Scar

Clinical studies have shown Elastoplast Scar Reducer to be highly effective in the case of hypertrophic scars. In most cases the scars become flatter, lighter in colour, softer and less visible. Elastoplast Scar Reducer can be used for both new and old scars - on the face or body. No side effects are known. The product can be safely used even during pregnancy.

The pads do not contain any active ingredients. They are breathable and encourage the skin's own regeneration process by creating an ideal skin climate. The temperature level produced in the scar tissue increases. Enzyme activity and metabolic processes are stimulated to activate restructuring in the scar tissue.

The elastic and skin-friendly pads are simply applied over the scar. The ideal usage time is 24 hours a day, with a minimum of 12 hours recommended. For hygienic reasons, the pad should be changed after 24 hours. First results become visible after 3-4 weeks with significant and lasting success expected after 8 weeks of continuous treatment. Further improvements are possible after this time.

For large scars, two or more pads can be applied next to each other over the scar. The pads can be cut down to size for use on small scars.

As with other treatment methods, it is not possible to make the scar “invisible” with Elastoplast Scar Reducer. However, major improvement is possible.

Thanks to the especially gentle adhesive action, the skin-friendly pads can be worn for a number of weeks. Changing pads is painfree.

Recent scars should initially not be exposed to any major temperature stimulus. Intense sunlight, high heat and extreme cold can have an adverse effect on scar formation. In addition, tight-fitting clothes which may irritate or injure the scar tissue should be avoided. Caution is also advised when doing stretching and strengthening exercises as damaged skin is extremely sensitive.

Yes, if the scar is hypertrophic. Often caesarean scars are longer than the size of the Scar Reducer pad, in this case you can use two of them, putting them next to each other.

If the skin has been ruptured you cannot avoid a scar, but you can make the scar less visible. Treatment can be started as soon as wound healing is completed. This means, that the wound has completely closed and sutures have been removed. Then treatment can be started to improve even a fresh scar.

No, the Scar Reducer does not contain any whitening ingredients at all. The redness of a scar is an indication of the disturbed and overactivated metabolism in the scar tissue. The treatment with the Scar Reducer balances the regeneration process resulting in a reduction of redness.

Yes, you can take a shower with the Scar Reducer. Even if some parts of the patch get detached, they will stick again, after they have dried.

The material of the Scar Reducer - the polyurethane - is known to be very skin friendly and is also suitable for sensitive skin. Products made of this material are well known in professional wound care. The Scar Reducer Pads are breathable and hydroactive and will not cause maceration beneath the patch.

No the product is very skin friendly and there are no contraindications. However, the product should not be applied on open wounds and burns.