Five FAQs about Silicone Scar Stickers

Question 1: How do they work?

1. Maintain a moist environment: Silicone Scar Stickers can provide a closed and moist environment for the scar area, avoid excessive drying, promote the normal arrangement of collagen, and reduce the proliferation of scar tissue.

2. Reduce inflammatory response: Scar formation is often accompanied by inflammatory response of the skin. Scar stickers can reduce local inflammation and promote wound healing.

3. Soften scar tissue: Through continuous pressure, silicone gel stickers can soften and flatten scars, reduce the hardening and proliferation of scars.

4. Prevent pigmentation: Silicone gel stickers reduce pigmentation and avoid color difference in scars by regulating local temperature and humidity.

Question 2: Are there any side effects of using Silicone Scar Stickers?

Silicone Scar Stickers are generally considered safe, but some people may have allergic reactions to their ingredients. Common side effects include:

·Allergic reaction: A small number of users may experience redness, itching or irritation of the skin after using silicone gel stickers.

· Dry or peeling skin: Some people with sensitive skin may experience dryness or slight peeling when using silicone gel stickers.

To avoid side effects, you can do a skin test before use: apply the silicone gel sticker to a small area and observe for 24 hours to see if there are any adverse reactions.

Question 3: What types of scars are suitable for?

Silicone Scar Stickers are widely used for various types of scars, including but not limited to:

· Surgical scars: such as scars after caesarean section and plastic surgery.

· Burn scars: Including marks after mild burns, silicone gel scar stickers can help soften and smooth burn scars.

· Traumatic scars: Scars caused by traffic accidents, falls, etc.

· Acne scars: For scars left by acne, silicone gel stickers can help reduce pigmentation and scar protrusions.

· Stretch marks: During pregnancy, excessive skin stretching may lead to the formation of stretch marks, and silicone gel scar stickers can help improve the appearance of these lines.

However, it should be noted that for fresh wounds, Silicone Scar Stickers should be used after the wound has healed. It is generally recommended to wait until the wound has completely healed (about 2-3 weeks) before starting to use it.

Question 4: How to use Silicone Scar Stickers correctly?

1. Clean the skin

2. Dry the skin

3. Application time

4. Keep the patch clean

5. Avoid sun exposure

Question 5: How long does it take for the effect of Silicone Scar Stickers to be seen?

The effect varies from person to person, and it usually takes 2-3 months to see significant improvement. For newer scars, the effect may be faster, while for older scars, it may take longer (about 3-6 months) to see more significant changes.