Scar Care silicone sheets are so expensive! I see this is cheaper. Is it basically the same thing? I am trying to treat keloids on my shoulder.
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Mepitac is actually better than the more expensive brands. Massaging scar tissue is much more productive and comfortable.
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It was not true in the case that I witnessed as far as relief for painful joints is concerned. My father tried a first and second month's worth with no noticeable improvement to joint pain. I got him next some Source Naturals Hyaluronic Joint Complex based on another shoppers experience. Here was the case where it was felt this ingredient was helpful by way of making movement easier. This shopper not want to continue the costly InstaFlex (adv. radio) that contains hyaluronic acid and this product is cheaper. You will be able to locate the review that I am referring to if you search on InstaFlex. So we'll see if my pop notices any improvement; I am not hopeful that he will. It was not true in the case that I witnessed as far as relief for painful joints is concerned. My father tried a first and second month's worth with no noticeable improvement to joint pain. I got him next some Source Naturals Hyaluronic Joint Complex based on another shoppers experience. Here was the case where it was felt this ingredient was helpful by way of making movement easier. This shopper not want to continue the costly InstaFlex (adv. radio) that contains hyaluronic acid and this product is cheaper. You will be able to locate the review that I am referring to if you search on... » Read More It was not true in the case that I witnessed as far as relief for painful joints is concerned. My father tried a first and second month's worth with no noticeable improvement to joint pain. I got him next some Source Naturals Hyaluronic Joint Complex based on another shoppers experience. Here was the case where it was felt this ingredient was helpful by way of making movement easier. This shopper not want to continue the costly InstaFlex (adv. radio) that contains hyaluronic acid and this product is cheaper. You will be able to locate the review that I am referring to if you search on InstaFlex. So we'll see if my pop notices any improvement; I am not hopeful that he will. « Show Less
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Your doctor or nurse should tell you because different wounds need different care. That said, I changed mine twice weekly and it was still adhering fine. It also peeled off easily without pulling my skin.
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These sheets contain glue like silicone on them, which greatly reduces the appearences of scars, they have a tendency to fall off the skin, so i personally recommend to use a tiny piece of clear scotch tape to hold it, and change it as needed, good luck.
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Hi, it didn't really work for me. For the cost...I'd expected much more. I've found that high concentration topical vitamin C and hyaluronic acid work in tandem really well!I hope this is helpful!
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i used the microdermabrasion years ago, and personally it exfoiilates alot more than this one. microdermabrasion has alot more friction you have to be more careful using it. if your skin is really sensitive then microderm is probably not the best option
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The Premium Gel does have a positive effect on Keloid scars, it helps flatten them and fade them. Of course the reviews so clearly let me know that the fresher the Keloid the better the results. There are some scars that no product (short of laser or surgery) are going to fix. If the Premium Scar Gel doesn't do it then Kelo-cote nor Mederma will work either. Besides with this product you have a 60 day money back guarantee, if it doesn't make you happy you get your money back so that you may try something else. I don't think CVS, kelocote or Mederman will let you do that for 60 days. Give it a try. The Premium Gel does have a positive effect on Keloid scars, it helps flatten them and fade them. Of course the reviews so clearly let me know that the fresher the Keloid the better the results. There are some scars that no product (short of laser or surgery) are going to fix. If the Premium Scar Gel doesn't do it then Kelo-cote nor Mederma will work either. Besides with this product you have a 60 day money back guarantee, if it doesn't make you happy you get your money back so that you may try something else. I don't think CVS, kelocote or Mederman will let you do that for 60 days. Give it... » Read More The Premium Gel does have a positive effect on Keloid scars, it helps flatten them and fade them. Of course the reviews so clearly let me know that the fresher the Keloid the better the results. There are some scars that no product (short of laser or surgery) are going to fix. If the Premium Scar Gel doesn't do it then Kelo-cote nor Mederma will work either. Besides with this product you have a 60 day money back guarantee, if it doesn't make you happy you get your money back so that you may try something else. I don't think CVS, kelocote or Mederman will let you do that for 60 days. Give it a try. « Show Less
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I went to a professional the first time and was somewhat happy with the results. I asked if she could use it on the neck and chest and she said "of course" for an additional charge. I"m buying my own. Read, Read and Read. And CLEAN the face and roller and end with a GOOD cream. Ask your druggist.
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They are the same - you probably get more of the gel when you use the regular gel - the roll on is for convenience only. But you have to remember to wash your hands after applying unless putting on hands and DO NOT USE ANY KIND OF HEAT WITH THIS PRODUCT. You can actually burn your skin. This is the same thing that therapists use on you after you have had say rotator cuff surgery. Hope that helps.
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I've been using this for wound healing for a few yrs..I had a reculse spider bite that my Dr. said I would need plastic surgery to close up damaged skin wound I put manuka honey on a piece of sterilized cause & taped it to the area that needed healing & it healed is abt a week & when I went back to Dr. he couldn't believe it was healed with honey but this stuff works...just had a couple of basal cell skin cancer removed I did the same put some on a sterilized piece of gauze taped it to my skin with paper tape...at night when I went to bed for one week & it healed the cut (wound) Dr. made to remove the basal cells & it healed without a scar it fused together can hardly tell where the incision was to remove basal cells...I love this stuff it's so natural & I believe it would heal any wound in a short period of time..
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My plastic surgeon said it works for some but not others. Neither the sheets nor the gel worked for me, but not because I didn't give it several weeks. I tried other products as well. It's definitely worth trying, because it really does work for a good number of people. ^Thanks for that snippet about having success with the dermatologist. I was feeling skeptical about it, seeing that it too has mixed results. (BTW: I realize my answer is far too late for the original person posting the question. Just figured subsequent readers could benefit.)
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I honestly don't know. The bandage would not stay on my scar. My scar is up on the inside of my elbow so I don't know if it is the constant bending that won't allow it to stick? I am going to have to find something different as these are not working on the area I need them to. And, yes I keloid too.
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I don't have the same opinion as Jennifer Selstrom. The sticky pad s are fantastic. I can reuse mine still and I've used the unit EVERY NIGHT! The unit is powerful enough for any ache or pain I have. Sorry you are having trouble with yours, Jennifer. I ordered four extra sets of pads with mine, and I have not used up the first one yet. I guess it's all how you use it and store it. I aso bought a tube of the sticky stuff to apply to the pads bec a use I read that I would need it. Hsven't opened the tube yet, either!
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I just don't trust the company, honestly I think they say different stuff to different people to "cover their butts". I saw they told a girl that it wouldn't be good because she was too pale, they also told someone it would be bad because she had freckles, they also tell people with olive skin that it won't work for them... when it fact it does, it just burns their skin off (my case, and I have light olive skin). The girl with the very pale skin also had severe burns. The devices have a "sensor" that won't allow the device to work if your skin is too dark... I'm not very dark at all so the device worked. I would honestly just go with another device from another company, this company is a master scam and they won't take responsibility if something goes wrong because they have really covered themselves paperwork wise with confusing and contradicting fine print in the manual. I still have my scars and they are not going away...
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When I owned one this spring (check out my review in the product section) I went to the dollar store and grabbed 2 of those Velcro style stretchy bandage wraps (not sure what they're actually called) for a $1. They resemble the wraps that you get after you donate blood, that you're supposed to keep on for a couple of hours after you donate. They're stretchy, extremely comfortable and easy to use since it basically sticks onto itself. Plus they're washable/reusable. So I'd rotate between them and the armband. I'd use one while I wash and let the armband air dry overnight. They're only a buck a piece so I got 2 in case I forgot to wash the armband I'd have a spare to use. Just put the module where you normally wear it. Cover with the wrap and you're all set. Another bonus, people don't bug you with the same question over and over "What the hell is that on your arm?" . They just assume you sprained your arm/shoulder. :) It's a cheap alternative. I couldn't get myself to pay the ridiculous price the armband was going for on the GWF website. Hope that info helps someone. Cheers.
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Julie, I did some reading before purchasing the 1.5mm and read that the 2mm was more effective for stretch marks, but that the 1mm or 1.5mm was effective for wrinkles. My 1.5mm is doing a great job on both. I don't know how well it will work on cellulite areas and saw no reviews mentioning it.
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Good point, Reina. The first time I bought it was for the price and its light consistency. I did not expect the collagen and elastin to improve the sagginess of my skin. I use a strong retinol at night and some antioxidant creams during the day - all of them much more expensive. The St. Ives is just a great product to keep your skin moisturized without feeling greasy and is non-comedogenic.