A scar is an end point to a healing process after there has been some kind of an injury to the skin tissue.
Usually accidents, surgery or certain diseases cause a tear in the body and once this happens, the body responds to it by a naturally occurring healing mechanism. The damaged cells are cleared and the body gets ready for building up new tissues to cover the area.
Unfortunately, most times these new tissues are different in colour and appearance when compared to the surrounding area.
There are 2 types of scars that can result from a wound.
- Normal – Heal off in time and do not cause any pain or inflammation. They largely resemble the skin surrounding them and though the mark does not heal completely, it does not cause any other discomfort.
- Abnormal – They remain visibly different from the surrounding skin and it causes pain, inflammation and constant itching.
In either case, when one looks to heal both old and new scars and have a clear, scar free look, Strataderm is their best bet.
Marketed by Glenmark, Strataderm is a non sticky, transparent silicone gel formula that helps treatment of both old and new scars and also helps prevent abnormal scar prevention. It works effectively on all types of scars including those resulting from surgery, trauma, accidents, wounds, burns, bites etc.
What is the advantage of using the gel?
This gel forms a protective silicone sheet on the area applied. This layer is gas permeable, waterproof and hydrates the skin. It protects the body from microbial and chemical invasion, allowing the body to produce a normal mature scar.It also reduces redness, discoloration and itching and softens those marks.
Since the gel covers the affected area like a sheet, it stays on for the whole day working on the marks and there is no need for reapplying it every few hours. Another advantage of the gel is that it can also be applied on hairy areas without the need to remove hair.It also dries quickly and is waterproof.
How to use the product?
- Squeeze out a very little quantity of the product
- Gently apply on the affected area
- Massage for 2-3 minutes to make sure the gel is spread out evenly
- Once it dries up, it can be followed by the regular cosmetics one uses
These kinds of products do not have any set time for seeing results.It depends on each individual and the intensity of the scar. Hence experts suggest using the product religiously for atleast 2-3 months before seeing results. Larger and more complex scars take a little more time to heal.
Strataderm is gentle enough to be used by people of all skin types and is also recommended for children. Scars need not be a constant remainder of unpleasant memories.If even on using the product for several months, you do not see any change, consult a dermatologist for advice.