If keeping silicone patches on your skin for most of the day still isn’t all that appealing to you, we bring you an alternative: Strataderm’s scar therapy gel. It’s also made with silicone and designed to give you many of the same results as traditional scar tapes. Plus, you can use your fingers to spread a little bit of it onto your scars, whether they’re on your face, stomach, feet, or anywhere else. “Its gel formulation is easy to apply to larger areas and is effective for both new and old scars,” adds Dr. Rambhia.
Key ingredients: Polydimethylsiloxanes, siloxanes, alkylmethyl silicones
Size: 0.35 oz.
Amazon rating: 4.5/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I had skin cancer on my nose, and my surgeon recommended Strataderm to help with scarring. This gel has worked wonders. I never thought I’d want to go out in public again with a big scar on my nose and cheek, but if you use this gel consistently, you’ll be amazed at how much better scars can get. It only takes a tiny amount, so the tube will last a while. This is most definitely worth the money. Just don’t forget to use it as indicated.”