Cosmetic scarring refers to the visible alteration of skin appearance resulting from wound healing that leads to fibrous tissue formation, affecting the skin’s texture and colour. It matters clinically because such scars can impact a patient’s psychological well-being and self-esteem, influencing decisions about surgical techniques and post-treatment care. Hypertrophic scars and keloids are common complications where excessive collagen deposition causes raised, often disfiguring scars.