Scar help?!

Scar help?

i have hundreds of scars up and and around my left arm from self-harm. some as old as 6 yrs, some as new as 1 year...how can i help them heal?

I have the same problem, they're on my legs mostly, which are really pale so they show up really well. I know how embarrassing it is, because on me, it's really obvious what caused them. I use self tanner to cover them up. Nuetrogena has this type the works REALLY well, it doesn't streak because it takes a couple hours to make your skin tanner, so you've got time to spread it evenly. It also has SPF 15, so it will protect your skin. Use cocoa butter and vitamin E to help the scars heal over time. There's also some creams that are supposed to help, if you ask a pharmacist. But if you want them gone completely, I'm told the only option is plastic surgery. This may depend on your skin type, but you could probably get a surgeon's consultation cheap, if not free. Just make sure you find a good doctor if you take that route, and if your lucky, you may find one who does pro bono work. Personally, I recommend using other methods, and letting the scars get better. Mine remind me of where I used to me, and the more they heal, the prouder I am. I hope this helps, I know exactly how you feel, so if you ever need to talk, feel free to email. Best of luck!