08/01/2026
C-section scars take time — and the goal isn’t perfection. It’s giving your skin the best conditions to heal well. Early redness, firmness, or lumpiness can be normal. The key is doing the right thing at the right time.
Here are the 3 basics that make the biggest difference:
1) Hydrate — once the incision is fully closed, moisturising helps keep the skin comfortable and supple.
2) Compress — silicone tape can support a flatter, softer scar over time. Once you’re cleared, scar massage can also help with tightness and mobility.
3) Protect — sun exposure and friction (tight waistbands, rubbing) can keep scars red and irritated for longer.
Important: don’t massage or apply products on an open incision or scab. Always follow your surgeon’s guidance on when you’re cleared to start.
If your scar becomes increasingly painful, very raised, extremely itchy, or extends beyond the incision line — check in with your clinician.
Save this for later — recovery is a long game.
