Scarring of any kind, but especially on one’s face, can definitely age you or make you self-conscious. This pack of sheets is made with medical-grade silicone, is easy-to-use and cut-to-size — it also has great reviews.
Actor Christy Escobar has been using silicone scar sheets following a health scare that left her with a gash on her forehead. “As an actress, I was pretty worried about having a visible scar after I had to get ten stitches on my forehead following a fainting incident. Besides religiously applying SPF (and getting bangs again, haha), the silicone scar sheets have been extremely effective in minimizing redness and bumpiness. I just put it on at night while I sleep, and it’s already looking so much better a month out,” she said.
Silicone scar tape can make a meaningful difference in the look and feel of a scar, and experts agree.
“It does not ‘erase’ scars, but it can meaningfully reduce redness, thickness, firmness and overall visibility, particularly for raised scars,” said Dr. Jenna Queller, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of DermWorks in Boca Raton. “Clinical data shows it can help flatten and soften scars and even reduce the risk of developing hypertrophic scars when used early and consistently,” she added. (This type of scar tissue is characterized by its red, elevated appearance.)
Dr. Moustafa Mourad, a double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon in New York City, noted, “I routinely recommend silicone scar tape to my patients because it is one of the simplest and most effective ways to improve scar healing.” He explained that the silicone creates a protective barrier over the scar, keeping the skin well hydrated. “That hydration helps regulate collagen production during healing. When scars become thick or raised, it is usually because the body has overproduced collagen. Silicone helps slow that process down so the scar matures in a smoother, more controlled way. It also reduces irritation, which is another factor that can worsen scarring.”
Queller added that, “they also provide mild pressure and protection from friction, all of which can contribute to flatter, softer scars over time.”