Heal Scars – The Guide to Skin Regeneration

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I’m not interested in fluff, trends, or empty promises. I’m interested in what works. And when it comes to scars, whether from acne, surgery, accidents, or battles life has thrown at you, most people are stuck trying overpriced creams and miracle serums that barely scratch the surface. The truth is, real healing starts deeper. Scars are stubborn. But nature is relentless and when you know how to tap into the ancient tools and modern understanding, skin can regenerate. You can rebuild the tissue, fade the marks, flatten the raised bits, and restore some peace of mind. Believe me, it is possible, don't buy into defeat and mediocracy.

This article isn’t going to give you a one-size-fits-all fairy tale. It’s going to give you a protocol. A layered approach that works from the inside and the outside. I’m talking about: Collagen peptides to rebuild the very foundation of your skin Vitamin C and Zinc to supercharge that regeneration Gotu Kola, the sacred herb of scar healing from Ayurveda Tamanu Oil, the Pacific’s gift to skin repair MSM Organic Sulphur (yes our Kingpin Supplement is of course in another Guide) Silica, and even Microneedling if you’re up for a bit of biohacker edge Plus the often-overlooked essentials like Red Light Therapy, Essential Oils, and the power of consistency We’re going full circle... supplements, tonics, rituals, and ancient healing wisdom fused with what science now confirms. This is the real work. Not a magic fix in a bottle, but a path — and if you follow it, the results speak for themselves. So if you’re ready to take your healing into your own hands with no BS, read on. Let’s rebuild. Let’s fade the past. Let’s get real results.

Eat & Drink First...

No point creating an amazing stack from the supplements I recommend if your diet isn't on point, I am a former vegan, I still like breaks from meat but thats me, not you and your life, but what I am writing here is the way to do this, it's about what works thats all. Plants, fruit, veg also do have a place don't worry if you are vegan, you can still heal just as well, sometimes it's simply more important what we don't eat. Anyway I'll get to the scar-healing diet, it should start with...

Collagen-Rich, Nose-to-Tail Eating & Animal Protein: This is the holy grail. You need glycine, proline, glutamine, and hydroxyproline, all found in abundance in: Bone broth (homemade, slow-simmered from marrow bones) Oxtail, chicken feet, skin, cartilage. Tendon-rich cuts like beef shank or lamb neck. Liver (vitamin A, zinc, copper) It's skin gold but don't over do Liver, a couple of times a week is fine. Eat skin, connective tissue, fat, and organs, not just muscle meat. Your body literally builds new tissue from the amino acids in protein. You want clean, dense, bioavailable sources: Pasture-raised eggs (yolk = fat-soluble vitamins for skin). Grass-fed beef, lamb, bison. Wild-caught fish, sardines, mackerel, salmon (plus the omega-3s). Raw dairy if tolerated, incredible for skin, packed with K2 and bioavailable calcium. Then there is animal fats, fats don’t just fuel you, they transport skin-healing nutrients. Cholesterol is key for hormone production and skin integrity. Eat Grass-fed butter, Ghee or Tallow. Duck fat, lard, Egg yolks. Cholesterol is a skin healer, not a villain.

Powerful Vegetables: Carrots are rich in beta-carotene (precursor to vitamin A), which helps skin cell turnover and tissue repair. Cook them in tallow or butter — fat boosts absorption. Beetroot is massive for blood flow, nitric oxide production, and liver support (detox is part of healing). Parsley & Coriander both help detox heavy metals, support liver function, and are loaded with vitamin C. Garlic & Onions are high in sulphur, the same healing element found in MSM. Seaweed (Dulse, Kelp, Nori) is mineral-rich, especially in iodine, zinc, and silica, all key for skin and tissue health.

Fruits that Heal: Blueberries & Blackberries are low sugar, high antioxidant. Protects skin cells from oxidative stress, which worsens scar appearance. Lemons & Limes help the liver detox, support collagen via vitamin C, and keep skin pH balanced. Best in warm water or squeezed over meat or salads.

What to Avoid

Lets keep this simple please, I get so bore to repeat the same old culprits for everything... Seed Oils (sunflower, rapeseed, canola, soybean, etc.) – inflammatory chaos. Refined sugar – glycation damages collagen. Alcohol – slows healing, dehydrates skin. Soy anything – hormonal interference, trash. Ultra-processed anything – zero nutrition, max damage.

Drink for Healing

Hydration, Electrolytes & Blood Flow are key. Scars fade faster when blood can move. Stay hydrated, but not just water. You want Salted water use Celtic Sea Salt. Fulvic Acid Mineral drops or Sole Water all make great healthy drinks. Then there is Beetroot or pomegranate juice pre-exercise for blood flow. Think structured, mineral-rich hydration, not just litres of plain water. Get a Gravity Filter then pour that into a Sacred Geometry Carafe, I mean why not go for it, you're worth it.

Supplements

Collagen Peptides
Collagen is the structural protein that holds your skin together, literally. After trauma (cuts, acne, surgery), your body needs loads of it to repair the matrix. But from your mid-20s onward, natural production drops off a cliff. Supplementing gives your body the bricks it needs to rebuild skin properly, not just patchwork, but smoother, stronger tissue. Look for hydrolysed or “collagen peptides” – these are pre-broken down for fast absorption. Marine collagen (from fish) is great for skin, Bovine is more multi-tissue. Combine with vitamin C (essential cofactor). Dose: 10–20g daily. Stir into warm water, coffee, smoothie — whatever. Morning is best.

MSM Organic Sulphur
MSM provides sulphur – a building block for keratin, collagen, and elastin. But it’s more than that: MSM is like WD-40 for your cells. It reduces inflammation, improves permeability (better nutrient flow), and helps detox connective tissues. With scars, it softens and fades them from the inside. Some people experience a detox effect at first. Dose: Start at 6g in AM 6g PM daily over a few weeks.

Vitamin C
Vitamin C is crucial for turning amino acids into actual collagen. Without it, your body literally cannot build healthy skin. It’s also a powerhouse antioxidant, fighting off free radicals that break down tissue and darken scars. Liposomal C is the elite form — it’s wrapped in a fat layer so it actually absorbs (vs peeing it out). Whole food powderslike Camu Camu or Kakadu Plum give bonus phytonutrients, but you’ll need larger doses. Dose: 1000–2000mg 3-4 times daily.

Zinc (Picolinate, Citrate or Gluconate)
Zinc is critical for every stage of wound healing — from inflammation to cell proliferation. It boosts immune response, reduces infection risk, and plays a key role in collagen synthesis. If you're low in zinc (a lot of people are), your skin just won’t regenerate properly. Zinc Picolinate is best in my opinion for this situation. Dose: 25–50mg daily with food. Pair with copper (2mg) if using long term.

Bamboo Tabashir Extract or Living Silica
Silica strengthens connective tissue and boosts elasticity. It helps knit skin together more smoothly, making it excellent for both raised and indented scars. Think of it as the framework that collagen sticks to. Bamboo extract is the richest plant source (up to 70% silica) or the Living Silica we have which is a liquid and easier to use. Dose: Go for the amount on the directions of either supplement. It will suffice for sure.

Turmeric (Curcumin + Black Pepper/Piperine)
Curcumin (the active in turmeric) is a monster anti-inflammatory. It calms down post-injury swelling, stops rogue pigment production, and helps prevent excess scar tissue like keloids from forming. Black pepper (piperine) boosts curcumin absorption by over 2000%. Standardised curcumin extract (95%) liposomal delivery only, the rest are far inferior. Dose: 1000mg/day with meals.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Krill Oil or Algae DHA/EPA)
Omega-3s reduce systemic inflammation, improve skin hydration, and help maintain the lipid barrier — crucial for scar tissue not to become dry, itchy, or inflamed. They also speed up wound healing and reduce hyperpigmentation. I will always say Krill, we have it because I think it's the best, or Triglyceride-form fish oil (like Wild Alaskan) for vegans go for an algae-based DHA I think we still have one on the site, there's many out there otherwise. Dose: 1000–2000mg EPA/DHA per day. With meals for best absorption.

Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica)
An Ayurvedic legend. Gotu Kola has been used for centuries to heal wounds, reduce scarring, and rebuild skin from the inside out. It stimulates fibroblast production (collagen factories), enhances circulation, and reduces inflammation. It’s also a nootropic – calms the nervous system, which helps overall recovery. Choose capsules, tincture, or tea. Dose: 500mg capsule twice daily or 30 drops tincture 2 times a day.

The Other Hacks

I run a supplement company, but they're a supportive foundation. The real power in healing a scar actually is the devices, but honestly do not under estimate MSM Organic Sulphur in this. Right so the powerhouses, let's delve into the most respected and effective scar healing technologies that are available right now. Remember though I am always coming back to these Guides to update them as I find new info, so ignore if this was written 100 years ago, I'm here, writing in the new info. Anyway I digress, the me of 2025 will get to the big hacks.

Fractional Laser Resurfacing

Fractional laser therapy is one of the most respected, clinician-approved treatments for scars. It works by creating microthermal zones within the skin using targeted beams of light, stimulating collagen remodelling and encouraging the growth of fresh, healthier tissue. The types are..

CO₂ Fractional Laser: Highly effective for deeper scars such as surgical or severe acne scars.

Er:YAG Laser: Gentler than CO₂, suited for more superficial scarring and sensitive skin.

These stimulate collagen and elastin production / Smooths texture and pigmentation irregularities / Reduces the appearance of hypertrophic and atrophic scars. The issues are it requires downtime (ranging from a few days to two weeks) / Multiple sessions are often needed / Not suitable for all skin types (especially darker tones without specialised devices).

Microneedling & Radiofrequency Microneedling (RF-MN)

Excellent for acne scars, stretch marks, and surgical scars / Minimal downtime / Safe across a broad range of skin types / RF-MN penetrates deeper without damaging the surface. You'll find machines such as Morpheus8 / Secret RF / Vivace RF.

Microneedling (Dermarolling): Microneedling uses fine needles to puncture the skin and induce micro-injuries that promote collagen synthesis. Over time, this leads to smoother, even skin.

Radiofrequency Microneedling: This advanced variation combines mechanical needling with RF energy, delivering heat into deeper layers of the dermis to further stimulate remodelling.

LED Light Therapy (Low-Level Light Therapy - LLLT)

LED therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to influence cellular activity. In the context of scar treatment, red and near-infrared light stimulate fibroblast function and collagen synthesis, aiding in tissue repair. Wavelengths I'd suggest are the Red light (630–660 nm): Promotes circulation and fibroblast activity. Near-Infrared light (810–850 nm): Penetrates deeper, targeting dermal regeneration. While home devices are increasingly sophisticated, in-clinic panels offer higher irradiance and greater efficacy. Consider the Celluma PRO / Dermalux Flex MD / Omnilux.

Silicone-Based Devices and Dressings

Silicone sheeting and gel dressings are a gold standard in scar therapy. These devices help to hydrate the scar site, reduce collagen overproduction, and decrease scar pigmentation and height. Modern silicone dressings may include: Pressure-delivering sheets for hypertrophic/keloid scars / Combined silicone + LED therapy in certain wearable devices. Brands to think about are ScarAway / Cica-Care / Embrace Active Scar Defence (includes tension-reducing technology)

Ultrasound Therapy (LIPUS – Low Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound)

LIPUS stimulates cellular activity at a molecular level, enhancing tissue regeneration. Initially developed for fracture healing, it has found its way into scar therapy by promoting fibroblast proliferation and extracellular matrix remodelling. The typical applications are in cases of post-surgical scarring / adhesion prevention and burn recovery. The devices to look into are Exogen (commonly used in orthopaedics) Professional dermatology ultrasound systems.

Cryotherapy for Keloid and Hypertrophic Scars

Cryotherapy uses extreme cold to destroy abnormal scar tissue. It is particularly effective for keloids, which are notoriously difficult to treat. Check out the CryoShape, it's an intralesional cryotherapy tool that freezes the keloid from within. Combination treatments using cryo with corticosteroids or 5-FU have yielded promising results. The limitations are risk of pigmentation changes and I would say it's best suited for small to medium raised scars.

High-Frequency Ultrasound Imaging (For Monitoring Scar Healing)

While not a treatment per se, high-frequency ultrasound allows practitioners to track scar tissue development non-invasively. This helps tailor treatments and ensure targeted therapies are working effectively — essential in high-precision dermatology and post-surgical care.

Plasma Pen (Fibroblast Therapy)

This technology creates controlled micro-burns on the skin using ionised gas (plasma). It tightens the skin and stimulates collagen production. You could use it on superficial acne scars, fine lines and textural irregularities around scars. It's not suitable for all skin tones and there is a risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation if misused.

Bring it into Reality

Ok you've got the supplements and hacks now, you don't need all, but you will need to discover which for you. I know that last part focused on the most advanced and clinically supported technologies for scar healing, but you must acknowledge the role of internal support, a foundation laid through proper nutrition, hydration, and targeted supplementation. These factors remain vital to the body’s capacity to heal, repair, and regenerate.

Ultimately, the most effective approach to scar recovery lies at the intersection of external innovation and internal resilience. With the right tools, both technological and nutritional, we can support the body in its remarkable ability to renew itself, restoring not just the skin, but confidence and clarity too. Also remember something like a scar or slight mark, whatever, has probably gone unnoticed by everyone that ever met you. If it's larger perhaps reducing it even a little could make a huge difference. My point was, you're enough as you are, don't worry too much. Blessed Be, Tom.