What is an emollient?

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Kat R.

Jan 16, 2015

Kat R.

I was recommended by an online derm to use am emollient to reduce the pigmentation on a scar I have. Can anyone clarify what and emollient is, or recommend some good ones for me? thank you!

Brittany F.

Jan 16, 2015

Brittany F.

This is hard to describe hahahaha but it's essentially a compound which Is defined by its water to oil ratio. It's literally found in everything, a form of an emollient would be a cream. If that makes sense, if not I'm sorry I'm on no sleep.

Taylor T.

Jan 16, 2015

Taylor T.

It's basically like a thicker moisturizer. like creams.

Kat R.

Jan 16, 2015

Kat R.

Alright... can you recommend any that would be good for scars?

Lauren C.

Jan 16, 2015

Lauren C.

Silcocks Base is good but I'm not sure about scars :)

Reese S.

Jan 17, 2015

Reese S.

Lol so funny for my AP English we studying roots and emollient is one of the words 😂 it means "softener" so technically a thicker moisturizer or cream, probably softening the appearance of a scar. Anything with retina-a and aloe Vera in it I've heard is great for reducing scars! Have you ever tried bio oil?

Kat R.

Jan 17, 2015

Kat R.

Yes, Reese, it did nothing for me but thank you!

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