Scar patches have attracted a lot of attention in recent years, especially those who have undergone surgery, burns or caesarean sections. So, can scar patches really remove scars?
How are scars formed?
When the skin is damaged, the body will start the repair mechanism and produce a large amount of collagen to fill the damaged area. In this process, if the collagen is unevenly distributed or repaired excessively, a raised or sunken scar may be formed.
What is the principle of scar patches?
Most scar patches are made of medical silicone gel, which is widely used clinically to reduce scars. Its main functions include:
Moisturizing barrier: Keep the skin moisturized and prevent scar tissue from drying and hardening.
Reduce excessive collagen proliferation: Appropriate pressure can inhibit excessive collagen accumulation.
Reduce pigmentation: Long-term use can improve the color of scars and make them close to normal skin.
Is scar patch really effective?
Scientific research shows that silicone gel scar patches have a certain improvement effect on hypertrophic scars such as surgical scars, cesarean section scars, and burn scars.
Limited improvement on old scars: Scar patches are more effective on newly formed scars, and the sooner you use them, the better.
Need to use it consistently: You need to use it continuously for 2-6 months to see obvious changes.
Cannot completely eliminate scars: Although it can fade and soften scars, it cannot restore the skin to a completely scar-free state.
Who is the scar patch suitable for?
If you have surgical scars, cesarean section scars, burn scars, trauma scars, etc., you can try using scar patches.
Precautions for using scar patches
Use after the wound has healed: Do not apply directly to an unhealed wound.
Wear it every day: It is recommended to wear it for more than 12 hours a day for 2-6 months.
Keep the skin clean: Clean the skin before use to avoid oil affecting the adhesion effect.
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