The correct method of applying scar gel
Nov 14, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
First, patients must clean the scar area thoroughly before applying scar cream to avoid interference with subsequent procedures. Use a sterile cotton swab to take an appropriate amount of medication and apply it evenly onto the scar. Finally, depending on the type of scar cream, either massage the affected area or allow the medication to dry naturally. Before going to bed at night, gently wipe off the scar cream with a damp towel.
Scar cream should be used after the wound has healed and the scab has fallen off. Scar cream can soften scars, and with prolonged, regular use, it may help fade them. Below are the correct steps for applying scar cream:
1. Cleaning: Before applying scar cream, the patient should first clean the scar area thoroughly using a disposable facial wipe and then dry it completely.
2. Application: When applying the medication, use a sterile cotton swab to take an appropriate amount of the cream and spread it evenly over the scar area.
3. Massage or allow to air-dry: Depending on the type of scar cream, the patient should either gently massage the treated area or allow the medication to dry naturally. Apply the scar cream three to five times daily, with intervals of approximately two hours. It is best to maintain a moist, slightly sticky layer on the surface of the scar. When it feels dry, simply reapply a small amount—like touching up makeup—to keep the area slightly tacky.
Medication should be used under the guidance of a qualified physician. Always seek treatment at a正规 medical facility for surgical procedures.
