Ok so I'm really really insecure with my legs because I have scars on them fr. itching, mosquito bites, etc.

[Anonymous]

I don't know what to do because it's summer and I'm so self conscious on how people will stare at my legs and have negative comments about the scars. I wish I could go outside wear a skirt, shorts, or maybe even a dress and be all confident and not worry about my scars but I can't :( I have dealt with this problem for a long time because they don't want to go away or vanish. I'm light skin and so my scars are visible because they're darker :( I've tried applying products on it but they just won't go away! So, I need advice on: should I really worry about the scars, should I let it impact my life, will ppl. really care about the scars on my legs, do boys really care about them because I'm so scared they will stare and not like me? Pls I need your advice! I even cry about them because it lowers my self- esteem and confidence! :(

[girl_nevaagain]

I can relate. I played everything from soccer to softball as a kid. And I also got those awful mosquito bites that always seemed to turn into scars. As a caramel-skinned sistah, I am often ashamed of the dark spots that these scars have left on my legs, but I have learned a few tricks to help boost my confidence. Whenever I go out and want to show off my legs, I apply a light bronzer to my legs to minimize the appearance of the scars, and highlight my toned calves. I also purchased vitamin E tablets. I take these tablets orally, as well as cut them open and apply them directly to my scars, as well as any new wounds I might get. Vitamin E helps aid new cell turnover as well as minimizes the appearance of scars. You should try these things, they might just work for you. Embrace yourself, Much love:)

[Asker]

I'm a dancer so it sucks that I've dealt with this pain for so long and let it impact my life. Thank you so much for the advice! I guess I'll try on applying some bronzer on my legs to tone them as well as the Vitamin E :) Did a doctor recommend this to you?

[girl_nevaagain]

No doctor recommended these things, I just did some research. Most Doctors will more than likely suggest you try Hydroquinone(skin lightening cream). I wasn't too comfortable with that.

[peace-love-couture]

I have the same problem as you.I was a very active child,I fell scraped myself,I would pick moquito bites & repeatedly pick the scabs off,I have a bunch of scabs

Right now,I'm applying a cream with Hydroquinone to them(which is in bleaching creams)

I'm sorry:(((I feel your pain babe,it sucks:(((

[Mela156]

Have the creams helped? I want to try them soon, but I wanted to know if they would really work.

[Biggus_Dickus]

You know I wouldn't worry about it. I have a massive stab wound that I used to be concious about. If you're not confident with yourself then people won't be confident with you. Besides, do you buy a chocolate bar for the wrapper or the chocolate inside?

[Asker]

Wow! thanks so much for the advice! I guess I buy the chocolate inside because the inside is what really matters. I know that I shouldn't worry on wats on the outside but wats on the inside :)

[Anonymous]

See a doctor or a professional who can help...