Do silicone strips work for scars?

Silicone strips are noted as most suitable for elevated scars – and may work best to prevent or treat hypertrophic scars as well as keloid scars. Keloid scars extend beyond the incision or wound area and into the surrounding skin.

Do silicone scar sheets work on old scars?

CVS Scar Treatment Silicone Sheets are thin, self-adhesive, fabric-backed sheets that improve the appearance of existing scars and help prevent the formation of new scars. The sheets can minimize the appearance of discolored or raised scars, and even occasionally scars that are years old.

Can you use scar gel and silicone sheets together?

ScarAway Silicone Scar Gel or Spray and ScarAway Silicone Scar Sheets may be used together as part of your complete scar treatment regimen. Simply use ScarAway Silicone Scar Sheets as directed when not using your ScarAway Silicone Scar Gel or Spray, but do not use both treatments together at the same time.

Do silicone sheets flatten scars?

The verdict. Silicone sheeting and silicone ointments are both highly effective and safe methods for flattening and reducing the appearance of keloid and hypertrophic scars.

How long does it take for silicone sheets to flatten scars?

All of these silicone products help hypertrophic scars flatten and lose their redness faster than untreated scars. Silicone sheets and silicone tape should be applied constantly for at least 3- 4 months. They should be removed daily for bathing and then reapplied.

Do silicone scar sheets expire?

Silicone gel does not expire. If you have silicone gel sheets that you’ve been holding onto for a long time, simply test it to see if it still adheres to your skin. As long as the silicone gel sheet is sticky, then it is working.

Can silicone gel make scars worse?

Silicone gel heals scars by increasing hydration of the stratum corneum (the uppermost layer of the skin). This facilitates regulation of fibroblast production and also reduces collagen production. Essentially, this allows skin to “breathe”, thus resulting in a softer and flatter scar.

Can you swim with silicone sheets?

Yes, it is recommended to remove silicone sheeting for scars when you shower, workout or swim due to the excessive moisture. However, it does not harm the product or your scar.