Silicone has many great qualities, and it’s used in many products, including Scarfade. So what’s so great about silicone and why is it particularly beneficial for scars?
For one thing, silicone is known to prevent scars through the formation of a protective second layer. This layer works to prevent the area from losing water. As you know, moisture is necessary for healing. Skin that is dried out will develop tiny cracks, which in turn will encourage bacteria to enter. Bacteria is yet another factor that slows down the healing process.
Because silicone allows the skin to breathe, this porous quality speeds up healing even further.
Silicone to treat scars is not a new concept. In fact, it’s been around for years. The technology fueling silicone sheets and gels has been widely used in burn center facilities and hospitals for decades, even though it may be relatively new to drug store shelves.
Silicone:
- Improves skin hydration
- Reduces itching
- Protects the scar from the surrounding environment
- Promotes healthy collagen production
- Reduces production of collagen fibers
- Reduces redness and makes scars flatter, paler and softer
In a Nutshell: Why Silicone?
The answer is an easy one. Silicone:
- Is ideal for any size or type of scar.
- Is easy to use and tolerate, even for kids and those with sensitive skin.
- Can be applied to irregular surfaces that stretch a lot, such as facial skin and joints.
- Is safe and effective.
- Spreads thinly and dries quickly without leaving a tacky residue.
That being said, continual application is key. This isn’t a one-and-done treatment. No treatment of any kind – silicone or otherwise — will heal a scar overnight. It’s important to be diligent with applying it every day – sometimes twice a day — over several weeks or months before detecting results.
Be aware that the newer your scar is, the better it will perform as a result of silicone treatment due to the fact that it’s not fully healed yet. Older scars are not quite as good at responding to treatment as new ones because they have already set in and have begun to discolor and form.
Some discomfort is expected with scar healing. Thankfully, Scarfade coupled with gentle massage will help to relieve discomfort. Scar tissue tends not to stretch as much when dried out. But by adding silicone, hydration is restored, which then locks in healing moisture. It’s best to keep a healing scar away from direct sunlight. That’s because scars can be vulnerable to hyperpigmentation.
As you can see, there are many benefits that come from the use of silicone. Pick up some Scarfade today to heal your new scar and let us know how you fared!