Katie Piper stars in beauty campaign for Remescar burn cream

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Katie, 31, has landed a role as the new ambassador for Remescar
Katie was left with severe scarring after being attacked with acid in 2008
Hopes to inspire other people with scars
Her career is booming and Channel 4 have commissioned two new shows

Published: 04:25 EST, 7 July 2015 | Updated: 04:48 EST, 7 July 2015

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She was a young woman who had her dreams of being a model ruined when she became the victim of an acid attack instigated by her ex-boyfriend in 2008.

But fast-forward seven years and Katie Piper has achieved her wildest dreams - and more.

She's penned an autobiography, presents the successful Channel 4 show, Bodyshockers, launched an inspirational charitable organisation and took to the runway in Naomi Campbell's recent fashion week show.

And now, Katie, 31, has landed a role as the new ambassador for Remescar, a campaign that's close to her heart as she used the cream to treat her own burns and scars.

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Katie Piper, who was left with severe scarring after being attacked in 2008 when her ex-boyfriend employed an accomplice to throw a cup of industrial-strength sulphuric acid in her face, has been unveiled as the ambassador for Remescar - the cream she used to help her burns

Speaking about her new campaign, a natural looking Katie told FEMAIL: 'After using Remescar I noticed a difference not just in the appearance of my scars but the texture too.

'It also fits in really well with my lifestyle, I use it before applying my make-up and it has become part of my daily routine.

'Also, when I was pregnant, I tried the stretchmark cream and it worked so well, I don’t have any stretch marks.'

Katie, who was left with severe scarring after being attacked in 2008 when her ex-boyfriend employed an accomplice to throw a cup of industrial-strength sulphuric acid in her face, wants to show people she is proud of her scars - and they should be too.

Speaking about her new campaign, a natural looking Katie told FEMAIL: 'Scars are something to be proud of, they all have a story to tell. Through this campaign I want to help others. It's really empowering'

'This campaign is not just about me and my story,' she explained. 'Scars are something to be proud of, they all have a story to tell.

'Through this campaign I will be reaching out to others through Remescar and the hashtag #skinstory, which encourages people with scars and burns to come together and celebrate their scars. Through this campaign I want to help others. It’s really empowering.'

Katie has penned an autobiography, presents the successful Channel 4 show, Bodyshockers, launched an inspirational charitable organisation and took to the runway in Naomi Campbell's recent fashion week show

Katie, who penned several positive affirmation books during her recovery, says an optimistic outlook is one of her secrets to success.

'It really is about faking it until you make it,' she said. 'If you believe in yourself then you will feel as though others believe it too. Also, don’t be envious of other people or what other people have. It’s all about a positive mindset and being the best version of yourself that you can possibly be.

'I look for the good in everything. Of course, I am not a robot and I do have my down days. But I think it is important to look at yourself and appreciate what you have, it puts everything into perspective.'

Katie heeded her own advice recently when she took to the runway for Naomi Campbell's Fashion For Relief catwalk show, which she describes as 'a once in a lifetime opportunity'.

Her catwalk coup kicked off what looks set to be a successful year for Katie. She's penned a new book, is working on several TV projects has been busy growing her charity.

If that wasn't enough, Katie is busy mothering her one-year-old daughter and this year launched the first UK fashion catwalk that included models with visible differences at The Ideal Home Show.

'I am really lucky as what I do is so diverse,' she said of her burgeoning career. 'I love writing books and sharing my experiences to help others. It’s so moving to read feedback from people saying that my book has helped them.

'My charity, the Katie Piper Foundation, provides support and guidance to people who have suffered life changing burns. It’s been incredible to be a part of helping people receive the treatment and support they need. Finally, I love working on shows like Body Shockers where I get to meet people with really extreme problems.

'Channel 4 have just commissioned two new programmes, one of which is going to be a medical make-over show. And I still have my Foundation where we have been able to fund young people to go to a skin clinic in France (the same clinic I attended during my recovery) to receive the best treatment they can get. That has been a dream come true and I intend on doing more of that.'

But, says ambitious Katie, her main focus is her daughter. 'I want to be the best mother and the best friend I can be for her,' she said.

'Life has taught me that I just want to be happy and healthy. So as long as I have both those things in five years’ time I’ll be really happy.'

Katie discusses the Diversity Catwalk at The Ideal Home Show