Post-procedure care is just as important as the treatment itself!
After undergoing a dermatological procedure, skin regeneration becomes essential.
Whether you've had a mole or wart removed, gone through laser or peeling treatments, or are dealing with scars or burns, the right ointment can help your skin heal faster and more smoothly. These products can also aid in treating aging-related concerns such as wrinkles and pigmentation.
For those specifically looking for non-antibiotic and steroid-free options, here are 5 skin-repairing ointments you can easily find at most pharmacies in Korea.
✅ When to Use These Ointments
- After mole or wart removal
- Post-laser, peeling, or other dermatological treatments
- While healing from scars or burn marks
- For acne scars, hyperpigmentation, or aging skin
- When looking for a gentle recovery product for sensitive skin
Top 5 Skin Regenerating Ointments
✔ Main Ingredient: Centella Asiatica (Tiger Grass) extract
✔ Benefits: Promotes wound healing and skin regeneration
One of the most well-known products for skin recovery!
Madecassol Gel contains Centella Asiatica, a plant extract that helps calm and repair damaged skin.
Among the various Madecassol products, only the gel type contains pure regenerative ingredients without antibiotics.
⚠ Other variants like Madecassol Care Ointment or Madecassol Complex may contain antibiotics, so be sure to check the label.
✔ Main Ingredient: Naturally derived regenerative compounds
✔ Benefits: Tissue regeneration, anti-inflammatory, skin recovery
Perfect for sensitive or thin skin areas.
This cream uses natural ingredients to stimulate cellular regeneration and reduce inflammation.
Ideal after laser or peeling procedures when the skin feels extra sensitive.
3. EGF Saesal Ointment ("New Skin" Ointment)
✔ Main Ingredient: EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor)
✔ Benefits: Promotes new skin formation, improves scars and pigmentation
EGF is a growth factor often used in hospitals to stimulate skin regeneration.
It helps the skin form new layers, and is effective for acne scars, pigmentation, and inflammatory skin issues.
★ Tip: Must be stored in the refrigerator to maintain its efficacy!
4. Bepanthen Ointment
✔ Main Ingredient: Dexpanthenol (Provitamin B5)
✔ Benefits: Skin regeneration, collagen synthesis, moisturization
Gentle enough for babies and sensitive skin, Bepanthen helps protect the skin barrier and promotes collagen production.
It also works great on dry or irritated areas thanks to its excellent hydrating properties.
✔ Main Ingredient: PDRN (Polydeoxyribonucleotide, derived from salmon DNA)
✔ Benefits: Tissue regeneration, improves wrinkles and skin elasticity
Also known as the popular "salmon DNA cream", this product is widely used for both wound healing and anti-aging.
PDRN supports the regeneration of damaged cells and is great for mature or post-treatment skin.
❗ Tips Before Using
- If the wound is deep or there's a risk of infection, use an antibiotic ointment first (like Fusidic Acid or Mupirocin).
- If there’s no infection, you can safely use one of the regeneration creams introduced above.
- For sensitive skin, always do a patch test on the back of your hand before full application.
Skin regeneration is just as important as the procedure itself.
Using the right ointment consistently can minimize scarring and significantly speed up recovery.
Take good care of your skin, and it will thank you later!
