Scars are not only a physical reminder of an injury but can also be a painful reminder of a traumatic experience. They can be a source of discomfort, self-consciousness, and even emotional distress for many people. Unfortunately, the process of wound healing is not always perfect, and scars can often be unpredictable. They may appear thick, raised, discolored, or even itchy. Sometimes, the appearance of a scar can be as much of a problem as the injury itself.

For some people, scars may naturally fade over time, but for others, they may persist and become permanent. Traditional treatments such as corticosteroid injections, laser therapy, or surgery can be expensive, painful, and invasive. So, what other options do people have to improve the appearance of their scars? One potential solution that has gained popularity in recent years is silicone patches.

Silicone patches are a non-invasive, affordable, and easy-to-use option for managing scars. They are made of medical-grade silicone and are designed to be applied directly to the skin over the scar. They are available in various shapes and sizes to fit different body parts and can be worn for several hours a day or overnight. As numerous silicone scar products flood the market, people are increasingly curious about the best silicone scar sheets and how to apply them.

So, how does silicone help scars? What makes silicone patches so effective for reducing the appearance of scars?  To understand this, we need to delve into the science of scar formation.

What Are Silicone Patches? 

Silicone patches, also called silicone body patches or scar removal patches, are self-adhesive bandages used on top of scars. It is soft, flexible, and contains silicone, which can fade a scar's color, height, and texture. Silicone patches contain long-chain silicone polymer (polysiloxanes), silicone dioxide, and volatile components that can ease discomfort and irritation caused by scars. 

These long-chain silicone polymers combine with silicone dioxide and other volatile compounds to form an incredibly thin film that protects 24/7. Compared to other scar treatment patches, Silicone patches are suitable for delicate skin and can treat scars on the face, moving joints, and irregular skin making them an ideal choice for all.

How Do Silicone Patches Help Scars?

Silicone patches are produced by cross-linking silicone and oxygen atoms with hydrogen and carbon atoms. The structure enables it to transport oxygen easily while retaining moisture, thus allowing your skin to breathe. 

Using silicone patches on the skin creates a microclimate, a unique environment that offers ideal oxygen flow and hydration. This environment is helpful to the skin's healing process. Silicone patch also transfers moisture from deeper skin layers to the epidermis, and the compression it creates helps the skin to remain flat. 

As a result, these scar healing patches improve the skin's stratum corneum hydration, which helps to regulate fibroblast proliferation and reduce collagen formation. In addition, the patches enable the skin to "thrive," guard against bacterial invasion, and stop bacteria from causing excessive collagen formation in the scar tissue. While some silicone patches for keloid scars encourage fibroblasts to produce more collagen, others raise the number of collagenases, which break down the extra collagen. 

How to Use Silicone Patches for Scars?

There are usually two or more Silicone patches in each packet, which should be adequate for 4 to 8 weeks of treatment if used correctly and maintained following the usage guidelines. Although a silicone patch can be applied in various ways, for the best outcomes, we advise that you follow the steps below;

• Only apply a silicone patch after the wound has completely healed (i.e., after the sutures have been removed and any scabs have vanished). 
• Before using the sheet, make sure the skin is well-cleaned and dried. Hair around the scar site should be cut off for the silicone patch to adhere well and last long.
• On the patch's adhesive side, take off the protective covering.
• Apply the silicone patch's adhesive side to the skin above the scar, ensuring it sticks out about an inch from the scar's edge. The silicone patch can be cut to the right size if necessary.
• Use an adhesive or elastic bandage to hold the patch in place if required.
• You should gradually increase the amount of time you wear the silicone patch so that your skin can adjust. Use the silicone patch on the scar for at least twelve straight hours every day to get the optimum effects.

How to Clean Silicone Patches?

Silicone patches for scars need to be cleaned regularly to preserve adhesion and proper hygiene.

Step 1: Cleaning

Apply a few drops of non-concentrated soap, lukewarm water, and silicone cleaning soap to the patch and rub it gently. Rinse it thoroughly under lukewarm running water to remove dirt or soap residue. The patch adhesive strength disappears, and the silicone sheet rolls up after coming into touch with soap and water.

Step 2: Drying

Let the silicone patch dry with the adhesive side up on a dry, lint-free, clean surface. The sheet will mechanically unwind as it dries, and its adhesive strength will progressively return. When the silicone patch is entirely dry, place it somewhere safely (preferably the package.) You can also trim the silicone sheet's edges if they are broken or lose their adhesiveness.

Scars Before and After Using Silicone Patches 

For over 30 years, silicone patches have been recognized as an innovation in scar care. This is why "silicone sheets for scars before and after" have been one of the top user queries on search engines in recent years. Silicone patches have served as the industry standard for medical experts and dermatologists focusing on preventing and caring for hypertrophic and keloid scars.

Silicone patches used on a straight-cut scar in the early stages of healing resulted in healed skin with barely visible scars. Likewise, a chemical burn lesion turned hypertrophic results into a permanently healed, flattened, and evenly colored scar. These and more are some before and after stories of using a silicone patch.

Where to Buy Silicone Patches for Scars? 

There are several places one can buy silicone patches. They range from pharmaceutical stores, online shopping stores, or even beauty stores near you. But it can be quite difficult to choose from the numerous silicone patch brands in the market, which is why we recommend Dermaclara's SILICONEFUSION ™ C-SECTION KIT. This silicone patch works for C-Section and other skin injury scars. 

With our reusable SILICONEFUSION™ Scar Patches, you can treat and prevent the development of scars on any part of your body. The patches regulate collagen formation, even out uneven skin tone, and promote healing by locking in moisture and drawing it from deep beneath the skin's layers. Our silicone patches can be used up to ten times and are the most natural and efficient approach to adding extra moisture to your skin to cure existing scars and prevent the formation of new ones.

In each package of our product, there are three SILICONEFUSION™ C-Section Patches and one Patch Prep™ Formula (which cleans the patches and reactivates adhesion.) The 6" long c-section scar patches are made primarily to treat large treatment regions like abdominal scars. They also control collagen formation for smoother-looking skin and improves skin appearance by raising moisture levels.