Phase I — CLEANSE & SOOTHE
Start about one week after your incisions are fully closed, with a gentle cleanser and scar cream formulated with aloe vera and vitamin E to calm early healing skin.
GENDER-AFFIRMING
SURGERIES SCAR CREAM
If you've had gender-affirming surgery, you might be dealing with several incisions at once: chest, hairline or jaw, neck, groin, and even a forearm or thigh donor site. It's normal to worry about how everything will heal, what to use and when, and how to keep scars soft and low-profile.
Earlier stage of chest healing after top surgery
Later stage of chest healing with faded scars
Gender-affirming surgeries often leave scars in different areas of the body, and each heals in its own way. Following a phased routine helps you stay consistent while your skin moves from early closure into long-term remodeling.
- Chest (Top Surgery): Scars may follow a double-incision, T-anchor, or peri-areolar pattern, with added sites from nipple grafts or drains.
- Face & Neck (FFS/FMS, Tracheal Shave): Hairline or scalp incisions, and small lines around the chin, jaw, or neck are highly visible and need steady care.
- Bottom Surgery: External incisions benefit from regular hydration once fully closed. Scar creams should only be used on external skin, not mucosa.
- Donor Sites (Forearm or Thigh): Skin graft areas often require more moisture and sun protection to blend with the surrounding tissue.
A stepwise routine with Scar Protocol keeps your care consistent while your body moves from early closure to months of remodeling.
HOW THE 5-PHASE SCAR PROTOCOL
SYSTEM WORKS
Scar Protocol is a step-by-step plan that follows your scar's natural healing cycle. Each phase uses targeted ingredients to hydrate, calm, and support healthy remodeling over the course of 12 months.
Phase II — DEEP MOISTURE
As collagen develops, moisturize with allantoin, glycerin, and aloe to ease tightness and keep new scar tissue supple.
Phase III — HYDRATION & RENEWAL
Intensive hydration with purified white snail mucin helps promote smoother texture and reduce visible redness during remodeling.
Phase IV — LONG-TERM CONDITIONING
A rich conditioning cream with vitamin E, salix alba, and coconut oil supports ongoing remodeling as scars mature.
Phase V — REFINING & REMODELING
A retinol (vitamin A) cream for the final stage of scar maturation—use through the one-year mark for refining tone and texture.
Starting late? Begin with the phase that matches your current stage (for example, if you're 3 months post-op, start with Phase II) and continue forward.
Scars from gender-affirming surgery move through predictable stages over the first year. Scar Protocol's five phases align with that timeline so you know what to use—and when—as each area heals.
- Weeks 1–4: (Phase I) Incisions close; early redness is common.
- Months 2–4: (Phase II) Scar tissue forms and may feel firm.
- Months 5–7: (Phase III) Redness fades; scars may still look raised.
- Months 8–10: (Phase IV) Remodeling continues beneath the surface.
- Months 11–12: (Phase V) Scars often look flatter and lighter.
Every body heals differently. Your surgeon's post-op instructions always come first; use this timeline as a guide alongside their recommendations.
We offer free shipping on qualifying orders and a 90-day money-back guarantee on Scar Protocol products. If you're not satisfied with your results, contact us within 90 days of delivery for a full refund—no hassle and no questions asked.
Your healing journey deserves products you can trust. Try the complete system with confidence.
A SURGEON'S SOLUTION TO SURGICAL SCARS
Scar Protocol was created by Dr. Javad Sajan, a nationally recognized plastic surgeon in Seattle, after years of helping patients concerned about visible scars after surgery. Drawing on his surgical experience and published work, Dr. Sajan developed this patent-pending, five-phase system to provide patients with a clear, evidence-based approach to scar care. Each phase is carefully formulated with proven ingredients such as aloe vera, vitamin E, snail mucin, and retinol to support healthy healing at the right time.
*Disclaimer: Scar Protocol is a cosmetic product and not FDA-approved. Individual results will vary.
Top surgery, bottom surgery, facial work, donor sites—every scar heals differently. With Scar Protocol, you'll have a step-by-step plan to keep them soft, flat, and supported. Free shipping, risk-free trial. Call (425) 864-3777 or click here to place your order.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When can I start after surgery?
After your surgeon confirms the skin is closed, often around week 1–2. Start with Phase I.
How long until I see changes?
Every scar is different. Many patients notice changes in texture and color over the first few months as they move through Phases II and III, with continued improvement through the 12-month remodeling window.
Is Scar Protocol a medical treatment?
Scar Protocol is a cosmetic topical system, not an FDA-approved drug. It is designed to support scar appearance during healing when your surgeon has cleared you for topical products. Always follow your surgeon's post-op instructions.