Kelo-cote Review

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I have an extensive burn scar on my neck. Kelocote was the first product my physician recommended for my keloid scar. Kelocote is a silicone gel that is supposed to improve and reduce the appearance of both old and new scars. Because it’s a gel it can be applied to scars anywhere on the body. The product does work. If you are patient and consistent you will see results.

Apparently, Kelocote has a patented ingredient called siliclear, which to me is just marketing to make the gel appear to be different. Although there are many different silicone gels out on the market, the only proven ingredient in them that reduces scars is silicone. Kelcote is appealing because it is a little cheaper than other silicone creams. Like any scar treatment, it is still expensive. Kelocote is recommended by surgeons, dermatologists, and leading specialists because it is clinically proven to improve scars. It’s been featured in beauty magazines such as Allure and Cosmetic Procedures. You can get it from Amazon  through this link.

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Let’s take a look at all of the Kelocote advantages.

• Transparent, odorless gel
• Cosmetics can be applied over Kelo-cote® once dry
• Easy and painless to apply – no removal neccessary
• Suitable for sensitive skin
• Self-dries to an invisible, breathable sheet within 4–5
• Ideal for most parts of the skin, including the face and joints
• No maceration
• Works on both old and new scars

I find silicone gels aren’t as effective as silicone scar sheets because the gels don’t provide pressure. However, Kelocote gel works well in combination with a silicone scar sheet or on areas that you can’t apply a silicone sheet on. I use Kelocote when I have to go out and don’t want to wear a silicone sheet out in public.

My biggest problem with Kelocote is that it is very easy for it to be wiped off. I find it is best not to cover the area that I apply Kelocote so that it will not rub off. Few people have noted that the gel never really dries. Most people use the product incorrectly. You want to apply a very thin layer of the gel over the scar not lather it on real thick otherwise it will not dry. This way the gel will dry and the tube will last longer.

The gel is supposed to improve new scars within 3 months but honesty from my experience I think you have to use it at least six months to year to see real results. Since I have an older scar, it could take a few years for my scar to improve. I have noticed that since applying Kelocote that my scar has become softer and flatter after about 9 months. This is not an overnight miracle but according to the research it is proven to work so I will continue to be using this product until I find something cheaper or more effective.

Let’s see what others have to say about it

By D.T.

I’ve been using Kelocote for nine months at my surgeons recommendation for some new, large scars. It’s hard to really say how much it helps with the appearance of the scars since I don’t know what would’ve happenend without it but my gut tells me it has helped some. I still have some nasty keloid scars but they seem to be softening.

One thing I am certain about is that it has helped with the soreness and itching that can come with new scars. I’ve had very little of that.

Make sure you use it right. A little goes a long way. Don’t over-cover the scars. You should barely be able to feel that it’s there. A common mistake.
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Dermatix Review by Randy

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Dermatix ultra scar gel is silicone gel sheeting without the sheet. Because it’s a gel, Dermatix is able to change its shape to align itself to the contours your body. This allows it to be used on parts of the body that silicone sheets could never work on such as the knuckles.

This product is recommended by plastic surgeons, dermatologists, and leading specialists because it is clinically proven to soften, flatten and smooth scars. The product works better on new scars but can work on older scars. Dermatix used to not be available in the United States but now thanks to Amazon, you can get it here.

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Let’s take a look at all of the Dermatix advantages.

• Quick drying, convenient and easy to use
• Transparent and discreet
• Indicated for the use on sensitive skin, children and patients with high risk of scarring
• Maintains the skin’s moisture balance
• Provides elastic protection to the skin
• Ideal for most parts of the skin, including the face and joints
• No maceration
• Semi-permeable

In general, silicone gels aren’t as effective as silicone scar sheets because the gels don’t provide pressure. However, we especially like Dermatix scar gel in combination with a silicone scar sheet. Most people are most self conscious about scars on the visible part of their body such as their hands and face. If you have a scar on a visible portion of your body it is impractical to wear silicone scar gel sheets out in public. Enter Dermatix scar gel.

There is a recent study that shows that  Dermatix Silicone cream  is benefical for scars. You can view the study here. The downside is that the gel is ridiculously expensive and we just wish it were cheaper. The gel retails for $49 plus shipping. Currently, Amazon has the cheapest price. If cost is an issue , you should try Kelocote which has the same active ingredient of silicone. However, Dermatix does have additional ingredients that are proven to reduce scarring such as vitamin c which is proven to lighten scars.

Let’s see what others have to say about it

By Health Wiz

I noticed definite results as my scars began to fade slightly within the first week. As time went on, the scars were definitely lighter in appearance. They haven’t gone away but it reduced them visibly, it’s not surgery or a miracle but it helped.– view original review here.

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