I gave this product five stars even though it hasn't been long enough to see results, because they exceeded my expectations in every other way. If it works as well as I hope, I will revise this review in a few months. I am reasonably certain that it will work, though, because several years ago I had a scar on my elbow that I flattened using medical tape from my doctor, and this seems pretty much the same.
I broke my tibia at the knee and had to have surgery to insert plates, resulting in a raised scar about 1/4" wide and just over 6" long, starting at the side of my kneecap and going down my shin. I had been protecting the scar from the sun with tape and using a scar cream, but it didn't seem to be doing much. I ordered these scar strips with some trepidation, because I wasn't sure that they would work over the knee joint, which obviously has a high degree of flexion and movement. I started using the strips about nine weeks after my surgery, when the scar was closed and had reached its full size, but was still pink/red/purple and tender.
I am very pleased with the strips. I cut a bit off the end of the first one and cut it in half longways, and it has not frayed at all. The fabric side is really smooth and doesn't catch clothes. It has a nice feel to it. The strip sticks very well to my skin, even over the knee joint, and it is really stretchy and elastic. It bends with the knee, but when my leg is straight, it doesn't cause the scar to pucker into ripples like the edge of a lasagna noodle, as did the tape. However, the strip can be removed easily and painlessly. I can't really feel it at all when it's on, either, although I do have some numbness on one side of my scar due to nerve damage. The sticky side is made out of a material that is very similar to one of those child's toys that is a little gooey octopus that you can throw at the wall and it sticks, except better. If the strip gets pulled up (which does happen if you try to slide on tight clothes that catch it), it will collect lint and dirt and will not stick. But you just wash it carefully and it goes back to being very sticky again.
I have been wearing the same strip for well over a week, anywhere from 8-20 hours per day. The directions say to gently wash it in plain soap and water, and allow to air dry. I put it fabric-side-down on a piece of paper towel, to help wick the water away from the fabric. The fabric side doesn't even have to be wholly dry before you reapply the strip. I have been swimming and have worked out several times wearing the strip, with overall good results. I found that when I was lying in the sun for a while, and started sweating, that the strip started to come off. When I swam, the first few times it stayed put, and then after a few days, it started to lose adhesion at the end over my knee, so I took it off. When I worked out I didn't sweat too much, and the strip stayed on just fine. I think that if you sweat heavily, the strip will probably not stay in place 100%, but it is certainly viable for light workouts. The only other time it came off was when I wore it to bed, and just from kicking around in the sheets, it came off halfway. Since then I have been washing it when I get ready for bed, and then put it on in the morning.
Overall I believe that these strips will flatten my scar, but it's too early to tell. I am very impressed with the stickiness and flexibility of the strips, as well as their reusability, and the feel of the fabric side. I would definitely recommend spending the money if you need a treatment strip that is more attractive and comfortable than tape, and more effective than creams. Good luck!
** Okay, it's been nearly two years since I've worn these strips. I continued to wear them when I got back to work, even in shorts (I'm Caucasian, so the "nude" coloring matches my skin OK), which resulted in a pretty weird tan line! I gave up wearing them after a while, as my scar healed. At this point it is 95% flat and white. I can't prove that the scar strips helped, but I definitely believe they did. And, since I was cutting them in half lengthwise and reusing them over and over again, I didn't even use all the ones that came in the package. I bet that if I got one of the used ones and washed it, it'd still be usable today. A very durable product, and my five-star rating remains the same.
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ScarAway Long Silicone Scar Sheets
Visibly improve the appearance of old and new scars with a scar treatment that fits your lifestyle. ScarAway Long Silicone Scar Sheets are breathable, flexible, washable and simple to apply on any part of the body. Whether you’ve had a scar for days or decades, diminish its appearance and reclaim your skin in as little as 4-8 weeks. Individual results will vary.
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Comfort & ConvenienceBreathable, flexible, washable and simple to apply silicone scar sheets hydrate and soften skin while protecting scars from everyday movement. Each sheet is self-adhesive and durable for up to 7-10 days. Their long design makes them ideal for large scars on any part of your body. The sheets may be worn side-by-side for extra large scars or cut in half for smaller scars. |
Scar Care with Visible ResultsWorks on newly healed wounds to prevent scars and softens the look and feel of older scars. Even scars that are years old can become flatter, smoother, and less visible – closer to your skin’s natural texture and color. |
Medical-Grade Silicone Scar TreatmentScarAway’s patented silicone technology is clinically supported to hydrate scar tissue and mimic the natural barrier function of healthy skin to make scars flatter, softer and less visible. Silicone is the #1 dermatologist and plastic surgeon recommended scar reduction treatment ingredient (Of U.S. physicians surveyed by an independent market research firm). |
Unique Patented Design**ScarAway Long Silicone Scar Sheets are ultra-thin, flexible, breathable and durable. With next to skin comfort, ScarAway sheets contour to the body and remove gently. Silicone scar sheets employ a patented silicone technology that is ultra-thin, comfortable and flexible to help soften and flatten scars for a less noticeable appearance. **Licensed under patent number 7,087,135 Bio Med Sciences, Inc. Allentown, PA |
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Does loose it’s grip on the Edges Verified !!
I loved the length it is effective for me the product quality feels premium only down fall is it does roll up on the ends ..looses its grip but I believed it would be fine in the area I’m using it on because it would lay flat with clothing support but nope I overlooked the reviews for my specific circumstance on this product I payed the price for doing that 😉
