Silicone is widely used by physicians to treat and prevent scars. The components of SilDerm™ Scar range have been extensively researched and are known to have a good or very good effect in about 80% of patients. (4) All the SilDerm™ Scar range will start to reduce the redness of the scar and flatten the scar within two weeks but for best results continue to use for 90 days. The larger the scar, or the older the scar, the longer it will take so keep using SilDerm™ until you stop seeing an improvement. SilDerm™ Scar Gel, Spray and Dual Action Scar Gel are most effective when a thin layer is applied over the scar. This will ensure that the scar is healed as quickly as possible.