A scar is an area of fibrous tissue that replaces normal skin after an injury. Scars result from the biological process of wound repair in the skin and other organs and tissues of the body. Thus, scarring is a natural part of the healing process. With the exception of very minor lesions, every wound (e.g., after accident, disease, or surgery) results in some degree of scarring. An exception to this is animals with complete regeneration, which regrow tissue without scar formation.
Scar tissue is composed of the same protein (collagen) as the tissue that it replaces, but the fiber composition of the protein is different; instead of a random basket-weave formation of the collagen fibers found in normal tissue, in fibrosis, the collagen cross-links and forms a pronounced alignment in a single direction.
This collagen scar tissue alignment is usually of inferior functional quality to the normal collagen randomized alignment. For example, scars in the skin are less resistant to ultraviolet radiation, and sweat glands and hair follicles do not grow back within scar tissues.
All scarring is composed of the same collagen as the tissue it has replaced, but the composition of the scar tissue, compared to the normal tissue, is different. Scar tissue also lacks elasticity, unlike normal tissue, which distributes fiber elasticity. Scars differ in the amounts of collagen overexpressed. Labels have been applied to the differences in overexpression.
Two of the most common types are hypertrophic and keloid scarring, both of which experience excessive stiff collagen bundled growth overextending the tissue, blocking off regeneration of tissues. Another form is atrophic scarring (sunken scarring), which also has an overexpression of collagen blocking regeneration. This scar type is sunken because the collagen bundles do not overextend the tissue. Stretch marks (striae) are regarded as scars by some.
For celebrities, the scarring might become a huge issue as their carer depends a lot on their appearance. For K-Drama stars, especially action stars, a lot of them perform their stunts. For example, Lee Seung Gi performed a lot of his stunts in Vagabond by himself. This means that there might inevitably be some cuts and scratches that could lead to scars. If you're wondering how their scars seem to heal and dissolve so quickly, it's because they use coconut oil!
Coconut oil contains a heavy dose of Vitamin E, which soothes the skin and can reduce the appearance of scars. The saturated fats found in coconut oil are mostly triglycerides and medium-chain fatty acids. These keep skin supple, fight to age and can help moisturize the skin as well. Lauric, caprylic, or capric acid is also found in coconut oil.
They have a unique and strong anti-microbial and disinfectant property to them. This prevents germs and microbes from entering the body, protecting it from diseases. The vitamin E in coconut oil prevents cracking and aging of the skin and wrinkles and fine lines as it is full of antioxidants. It bolsters the connective tissues within, keeping the skin from sagging. It is also highly moisturizing and helps regulate skin cells and restoring the water barrier in the skin.
The best type of coconut oil to use for your skin is extra virgin coconut oil as it is free from refinement and unnecessary chemicals, which ensure you get the best value out of your coconut oil. So next time you're worried about acne scarring, stretch marks, stitch scars, cracked skin, or any other skin ailment, just rub on a little coconut oil, and in no time, you'll be good as new.
