Avoid unnecessary skin trauma, cuts, and piercings
Keep wounds clean and covered
Follow proper wound care until fully healed
Do not pick, scratch, or squeeze healing skin
Minimize tension on healing wounds
Use silicone gel or silicone sheets on healing scars
Protect scars from sun exposure
Treat acne and skin inflammation early
Seek early treatment for any thickening scar
Consider pressure therapy for high-risk areas
Discuss preventive steroid injections with a dermatologist if you have a history of keloids
Avoid elective procedures if you are prone to keloids
Inform your doctor or surgeon about any past keloids before procedures