Many options are available in the market for scar treatment. One popular choice is silicone-based products, which are known for their effectiveness in reducing the appearance of scars. Two commonly used forms are silicone gel and silicone sheets. But the question arises: Is silicone gel as effective as sheets for scar treatment?
Silicone Gel
Silicone gel contains long-chain silicone polymer (polysiloxanes), silicone dioxide and volatile components. It spreads as an ultra-thin sheet and works 24 hours a day. Studies have shown that silicone gel can significantly reduce the texture, color and height of scars. It achieves this through several actions, including increasing the hydration of the skin, protecting the scarred tissue from bacterial invasion and modulating the expression of growth factors. Other benefits include:
- Self-drying within 4-5 minutes
- Flattens and smooths the scar’s texture by 86%
- Reduces itching and discomfort
- Reduces scar height by 68%
- Reduces scar color by 84%
- Facilitates fibroblast and collagen production
- Protects scars from bacterial invasion
- Modulates the expression of growth factors
Moreover, silicone gel offers versatile application and can be used on any irregular skin or scar surfaces, including the face and body's moving parts. This versatility reassures you that silicone gel can be a suitable option for your specific scar treatment needs.
Silicone sheets have been a popular and effective scar treatment since the 1980s, and remain a top choice by many medical professionals. The main advantage of silicone sheets over gel is the constant pressure on the scar that helps with flattening. However, because silicone gel reduces scar height by 68%, its more versatile application makes it a better choice.
Pur-Sil Pure Scar Care Gel
Pur-Sil Pure Scar Care is formulated with medical-grade silicone. It is a topical gel equivalent in efficacy to traditional silicone sheets. Twenty-four (24) International experts from a wide range of specialties consider Silicone Gel the first-line standard in treating scars.
Due to its effectiveness, self-drying silicone gel is quite popular. It doesn't require any fixation and becomes invisible when dry. Additionally, it allows for the application of sunblock, makeup or both in combination.
Pur-Sil’s high-quality medical-grade silicone gel for scar care comes in a large 30-gram (one fluid ounce) amount, enough to treat a 3-4 inch scar twice daily for well over 90 days.
Effective Scar Treatment
Silicone gel like Pur-Sil Pure Scar Care is routinely used and recommended by the top aestheticians at the ParsaMD Medical Spa in Beverly Hills. Both silicone gel and sheets have shown effectiveness in scar treatment. The choice between the two depends on the type and location of the scar and individual preferences. You should always consult a qualified aesthetician or scar care specialist about treating scars for healing and aesthetic purposes.
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