I hesitated before posting this and still feel abit unsure of what people may think but I decided to take the plunge....
basically my arms are covered in scars from my wrists to my elbows. They are at least 3 years old now and look a hell of a lot better than they did but they are still visable and sometimes people comment on them and ask me what they are from. Thing is I really don't want them to spoil my photographs.
Does anyone else have a similar issue or know of any good make up that will hide them? Ive used bio oil for a long time but theres only so much that will do......
CommentAuthorRaggedyAnne
I dont know about make up, but what about a really pretty lace bolero? that way you wont keep checking if you are still covered up...
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CommentAuthorRosyF77
hhhhmm something im considering, only id prefer to not wear one as not too keen on the look of them. Fussy thing that i am x
CommentAuthorSam
They won't spoil your photos, they are part of who you are now. I have a friend who had Stevens-Johnson syndrome as a child and her entire body is covered in scars. She didn't cover them up on her wedding day, and no one suggested she was ruining her photos or the day with her choice.
If you are intent on covering them there is the option of body makeup, but then you have to worry about it rubbing off on your dress. You could also have your photos touched up to remove the scars.
If you can't find any make-up that works good enough for you, you could always use gloves, they wouldn't have to be solid colour gloves, they could be lace or something.
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CommentAuthorTatty
You could use tattoo cover up? if you type it into g00gle then the first link has a good one, it's what i'll be using on the day! It's waterproof and smudge proof and can be matched to your skin tone x
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CommentAuthorRosyF77
arrrh some really good options here thanks guys....better get looking into them.....and samanthap91 i know what you mean about them being part of who i am but some people can be really insensitive about them. I feel so ashammed and if anyone ever said something about them in a picture i would be heartbroken. I just want to be able to show off pictures weithout the worry of someone ;pointing them out and putting me on the spot. xxx
CommentAuthorSam
People can be really dumb sometimes. Anyone who would say that about your photo needs their a** kicked. That said because your main worry seems to be about the photos I'd talked to your photographer about getting them touched up as part of your package.
CommentAuthorRosyF77
yes thats a brilliant idea. Didnt even cross my mind. x
CommentAuthorBarbaraU
Any one who say anything doesn't deserve to be part of your wedding celebrations or see your photos. If they dont bother your other half they shouldn't bother anyone else
CommentAuthorLynD
I know ignoring comments are hard.. I've got a huge scar (think chunk taken out like a sharkbite) on my side which is the result of contracting a very nasty illness in 2009 - apparently there was only a 50/50 chance of survival but, well I must be made of sterner stuff 'cos I did.
I know the scar is hidden by my clothes but it's still there and there's a dip in my side so I'm self-conscious of it - but I reckon I'm more self-conscious than anyone else really..
the moral of this tale is that they are part of you... and you should be proud of being you, scars 'n' all... I've used before the cover-up stuff (another scar on my shin) that can be fixed with talc... the stuff that the hospitals supply - well they did mine.. but I gave up with it but that may be an option.
whatever you choose I'm sure you'll look lovely xxx
CommentAuthorlizzylou
I agree with all the other ladys, it really shouldn't matter. But, if you really feel conscious of them and want to cover up i would suggest Dermablend. If you google it you'll find their website. It's the stuff that Ricky Genest advertised - you know the Lady Gaga dancer with the skeleton tatoos? Try and find the video of him using it, it's amazing.
Lizzy. x
CommentAuthorShazk
People can be so nasty and rude, they are part of u like already said.
i cant recommend anythimg that hasn't been said but do understand ur concerns, I have scaring on face from really bad skin as a teenager and it can sometimes and really noticable but I have found sometimes trying to cover it actually makes it more noticeable so I would try lots of different things before U make a choice on what to use and I would also be carefull if comes off dont want it over dress x x
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CommentAuthorRaggedyAnne
If you have a professional photographer, he should be able to set their camera so not to show them. I know this can be done. softer skin can be gained by clever use of the aperture.
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CommentAuthorJo
I've used Sally ha son on my scars on y legs and it covers up but does come off if it gets wet :s but a good photographer should be able to do something, but I agree with everyone who's said the scars are a part of who you are and your past and without them You wouldn't be who you are today xx
CommentAuthorgeorgie
Hi Rosy, i have scars on both arms which people sometimes comment on especially as i tan easily and they are more obvious. I tried skin make up but it just smudged and looked horrid. Last year i had a spray tan for a party and although they weren't completely gone there appearance was really reduced. Maybe try one as a one off and see if it works xx
CommentAuthorRosyF77
Thanks guys....lots and lots of really good options here. :-) x
CommentAuthorsarahh
I have got scars all over my chest, chin (and legs - but my dress will cover that up) - I'm not planning on trying to disguise them at all as it is part of me. I know my sister has special make up that she could get on NHS as she has a birthmark on her face, although she finds the vie airbrush is a lot better.
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CommentAuthorPrincess2be
Hi Rosy, firstly theres no need to feel embarrassed or worried about what people think. You could try tatto concealor which covers any tattos so that they are invisible, since your scars won't b as dark as ink this might b a good idea. Also, since you have a while till your wedding you could try using bio oil to help the scars fade naturally over time. Hope this helps, am putting a link on your wall for tatto cover up make up. x
CommentAuthorMrsEminson2B
i cannot suggest anything else than what the other brides have but just want to say that its your day and you will look lovely no matter what and anyone that doesnt think that well thats their problem people can be cruel and if you are going to be worrying all day then maybe look into the options the other ladies have suggested but remember this it is your day you will look amazing and your OH loves you for you and nothing else xx
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CommentAuthorOfficially Mrs M
air brush make up apparantly is really good for covering scars i think you normally get it on your face but you can ask them to do it on your arms and see how it works and how long it lasts as well
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CommentAuthorRosyF77
Thanku ladies your all so lovely and kind and full of confidence giving comments and great advise xx
Anne
