What are the benefits of using Scarguard?

1. How long does ScarGuard take to work?
2. How long should you wear silicone Scar sheets?
3. When can I use silicone scar sheets after tummy tuck?
4. Does silicone help wrinkles?
5. Can you shower with silicone sheets?
6. Does silicone help old scars?
7. How can I make my scars heal faster?
8. Can silicone sheets make scars worse?
9. Does silicone help stretch marks?
10. Does silicone increase collagen?
11. Is silicone bad for your face?
12. Can I use silicone scar sheets for wrinkles?

How long does ScarGuard take to work?

How long does Scarguard Lightener take to work? If ScarGuard Lightener is used regularly, you should see improvement in 4 to 6 weeks.

How long should you wear silicone Scar sheets?

We recommend wearing the sheets for 12 to 22 hours, making sure you remove them daily to allow the area to be washed and cleaned. Most people wear them for about 3 months.

When can I use silicone scar sheets after tummy tuck?

You can begin using silicone gel for your scar as soon as your wound is fully healed and there is no more bleeding or scabbing. Generally, it takes about 3 weeks for a wound to fully heal, but this can vary by patient.

Does silicone help wrinkles?

Silicone patches, while less known than ingredients like retinol, are just as effective in helping to fade the appearance of aging on the skin. These patches can be found in all shapes and sizes and can be used on different areas of your skin, like your neck or decollete.

Can you shower with silicone sheets?

Can You Shower with Silicone Sheets? Yes, the use of a silicone scar sheet during wet activities such as showering, working out and swimming is not detrimental to the sheet or your scar.

Does silicone help 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.

How can I make my scars heal faster?

Keep the wound moist.

Apply petroleum jelly to the wound and cover it with a non-stick bandage. This can speed healing and minimize scarring, says Krant.

Can silicone sheets make scars worse?

Yes, it appears this is a safe treatment and the FDA even recommends silicone strips for the treatment and reduction of scars. There have been no reported side effects from using silicone strips because it is made of non-toxic, medical-grade silicone.

Does silicone help stretch marks?

Scar remedies, such as silicone sheets, over-the-counter topical ointments and prescription creams haven't been proven helpful in longstanding stretch marks, but if they're used at first onset, they can possibly minimize their appearance and prevent them from worsening.

Does silicone increase collagen?

The placement of the 100% medical-grade silicone pad on your skin brings blood flow to the surface, which can help to stimulate collagen — visibly softening wrinkles.

Is silicone bad for your face?

Silicone clogs your pores

It traps everything like bacteria, impurities, dirt, and sebum in your skin by forming a barrier on the skin. Silicone also causes pores to enlarge, and can also encourage blackheads and acne to form. It can affect the natural process of sweating which can lead to blemishes forming.

Can I use silicone scar sheets for wrinkles?

Research has shown that silicone gel sheeting has being used to heal Keloid scarring, and this in turn turned out to be a great treatment for wrinkles. ... Prolonged use helps return skin to a more youthful and supple appearance by softening fine lines and wrinkles.