How To Choose The Thickness of Silicone Gel Scar Stickers?

Many people will struggle with a question when buying silicone gel scar stickers: **How thick should I choose? **Is it better to be thick or thin? In fact, different thicknesses have their own advantages. The key is to look at your scar condition and the occasion of use. Today we will talk about how to choose the thickness that suits you.

What are the thicknesses of silicone gel scar stickers?

The common thickness of silicone gel scar stickers on the market is generally between 0.3 mm and 2 mm, and there are three main types:

Thin (0.3-0.5 mm)

Medium thickness (0.8-1 mm)

Thick (1.5-2 mm)

How to choose the thickness? First look at your needs

1. Look at the location of the scar

If it is on the face, small joints, or hands, which often need to be moved, it is recommended to choose a thin one, which fits the skin better and is not easy to curl up.

If it is on flat areas such as surgical scars and cesarean section scars, medium or thick ones are fine.

2. Look at the area of the scar

Small area (such as small scars from stitches): thin ones are enough, breathable and thin.

Large area (such as large area burns or caesarean section): you can choose thick or extra thick ones, which have better sealing and more obvious moisturizing effect.

3. Look at the wearing comfort

If you care about daily comfort and want to wear it without affecting your clothes or activities, thin or medium thick ones are recommended.

If you use it at home and don’t mind a thicker one, choose the extra thick one, which has a higher silicone gel content and better sealing.

Advantages and disadvantages of various thicknesses