Millie Mackintosh Reveals The £25 C-Section Scar Cream She Swears By

Whether its your first time around or you're a seasoned pro, delivering via C-section can take its toll on your body. Resting up is a must and while you give yourself time to heal, it's likely you'll be on the hunt for a scar-friendly beauty buy or two.

Speaking frankly on social media about her C-section experience, Millie Mackintosh detailed her journey. From PICO dressings to support bands and Belly Bandit recovery pants, £39.95, Millie discussed it all. She even let Grazia in on the £25 scar cream she used after giving birth to Sienna, too.

'I love Nessa Organics, and they do a scar cream too, Nessa's Scar Saviour, £25,' sheshared with Grazia. 'I had a C section so wanted to find something that I could use to help reduce the appearance of my scar.' And this anti-inflammatory balm is formulated with turmeric, marshmallow root, and vitamin E to boost collagen, accelerate healing time, and can even be used to reduce the appearance of stretch marks if that's your M.O.

Shop: Millie Mackintosh's Favourite £25 Scar Cream

Whether your C-section incision was closed with staples, stitches, or surgical glue, the resultant scars fall into one of two categories: hypertrophic or keloid scars.

Hypertrophic Scars - These are raised and ridged, and can be pink or red. They follow the line of the original incision.

Keloid Scars - These are more visible and can be raised and lumpy due to overproduction of collagen - skin's natural response to trauma. These scars can extend beyond the line of the wound.

What Is The Best Way To Care For A C-Section Scar At Home?

Gentle massages can help to reduce C-section scar tissue formation, and keep scars smooth, flat, and pain-free, but you must consult a doctor or midwife first, before taking any action. Once healed (usually around six weeks after surgery) massaging the scar, with a cream or balm helps to keep the scar pliable and soft, and stimulates blood flow to the area, which aids skin's recovery. It is important to listen to your body and try not to rush the process.

In the market for a new C-section scar cream? Shop our pick of the best below. They are all safe to use while breastfeeding. Reach for these creams only when your scar has healed - ie. do not use on broken skin, and consult your doctor or midwife before applying for the first time.

Main image credit: Instagram @milliemackintosh

Shop: 10 Of The Best C-Section Scar Creams