I'm trying to prevent ugly scarring from ear surgery incision. Can you tell me if these sheets will likely adhere to baby fine hair line area (directly behind & above ear)? It's a circular shape cut and I worry the sheet won't stick because the hair is regrowing above and to side of ear, but wound is too fresh to shave it. What isi your opinion based on your experience with it? I'm trying to prevent ugly scarring from ear surgery incision. Can you tell me if these sheets will likely adhere to baby fine hair line area (directly behind & above ear)? It's a... » Read More I'm trying to prevent ugly scarring from ear surgery incision. Can you tell me if these sheets will likely adhere to baby fine hair line area (directly behind & above ear)? It's a circular shape cut and I worry the sheet won't stick because the hair is regrowing above and to side of ear, but wound is too fresh to shave it. What isi your opinion based on your experience with it? « Show Less
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I would consult your doctor, I was told not to apply the Cica sheets until my incisions healed to a certain point. The sheets are fairly sticky, but I did use compression sleeves for my scars so that helped keep them in place.
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An ace badage(the stretchy ones) wrapped around your head at nite will help hold the sheet in place and help compress the scar . Also try mederma scar gel
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Well I used it for my cesarean scar..so there is hair growing in that area, and it stuck just fine. I would say it would work. When I used this I also put some extra skin tape on top of the Cica gel to hold it in place, like the kind you'd use to tape gauze to a cut. Not that that's necessary, I just found it helpful. This stuff was pretty sticky on its own.
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Hair prevents a strong hold use the ace badage for compression and no oils or residues on scar it won't stick
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No, this product is more for while the scar is healing. It stays put and keeps the skin together.
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Good question - I wish I knew the answer. I use mine for my son's surgical scars. You might consult with your doctor to see what he/she thinks.
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FWIW ingrown hairs are not caused by curling, but by cutting "too close", that is under the skin. That typically occurs with multiple-blade cartridges, because the first blade grabs and pulls the hair out, while the next ones slice it. The sliced sharp end returns to original position, under the surface of the skin, which then may cause it to grow "through" instead of out of the follicle. One of the points of "returning" to DE razors/blades is to get away from this problem :)
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Absolutely; just be aware that the adhesive may start to peel away from the scar strip where you cut it. If you're careful applying and removing the strip, you shouldn't have a problem. Good luck!
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I used one of these (finishing touch lumina) a couple of days ago for the first time. My peach fuzz had to go...now. I am also blonde fair skinned and of a certain age. :-) I did not press it against my skin while using. I just floated it over my skin as lightly as possible. Afterward you do notice a difference in how the hair feels - it has just been blunt cut, so it has a slightly less smooth feeling. I was completely shocked by how much fuzz came off. I'll take a teeny difference in the way that hairs feels versus a big difference in being able to see it. I read an article from American Family Physicians website ( http://www.aafp.org/afp/2002/1115/p1907.html ) that says "Shaving does not change the thickness or growth rate of human hair. Rather, the rough-textured, beveled edge that shaving produces (compared with the softer, tapered tip of uncut hair) may give the appearance of thickening. Although shaving is a useful and safe method of facial hair removal (and the chief method chosen by men), it is not popular among women. Side effects of shaving are generally minimal. Irritation, often caused by components of the shaving lubricant, and minor cuts can occur. Pseudofolliculitis barbae, caused by the ingrowth of curly hair, is also a fairly common side effect in some ethnic groups." Since I am not "clean shaving" by trying to remove the hair at or below the surface, my facial hair is not curly, nor am I using any shaving product, I don't expect to experience ingrown hairs. So far, I'm completely happy about my choice to "just do it". Best of luck!
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If you get a perfect cut... Which does happen sometimes , the 2 pieces go back together perfectly but you can still see a line. Maybe a good glue would hide the line.
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Its like a bandade, a strip of semi clear tape, I got it for a gal pal who just had a hip operation so sunlight for here will not be a problem.but my daughter used it years ago she wore it only at home and after a few weeks the scar was narrower and shorter then before, additionally I have had three shoulder operations and I have never protected them from the sun unless I was putting sun screen all over.
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In my experience, the treated hair, remain straight forever and that's why you don't re-treat the treated hair, just the new growth. I hope, I answered your question.
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Also, don't allow glue to build up, remove it every time u redo it. Use surgical spirit to remove glue or some other type of glue remover. The build up is the only reason it may not last unless you sew it in to preserve the hair. If you sew in try not to cut wefts. You should have it for years it doesn't shed too much. Hope that helps.
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It is not invisible. It is cotton-like white mesh, matte. Holds very well but is also easier to take off than regular bandage tape. My husband was very allergic to other types of tape but not this one. Works very well around the hairline without coming off. Easy to cut to size needed.
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It does regrow in the front (for me anyway). They are not allowed to say it grows in the front because only the back/vertex/crown was tested for FDA approval. It's a technicality.
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It is soft fabric with a flexible shell inside. My older daughter did get a pretty significant flat spot but from birth she had a strong preference for one side and was in the NICU for a month, flat on her back most of the time. I think that contributed to the flat spot and the doctors (one of the country's top neurosurgeons) saw her and said if it was his kid, he would do nothing about it. And we didn't and she's fine. Her hair covers the flatness now and it resolved for the most part once she was upright and moving.
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I have very fine (baby) hair and this works great for me. Good luck.....i think you will like it!
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I used the product on a small facial scar next to my nose.Used the product on a small facial incision next to my nose. Had some bad cells removed. Healing was really remarkable for me. I have read reports from others (Amazon) that it has assisted others on older scars as well. I do know the product tends to smooth things out. While expensive, it was a good purchase. I cant attest to whether it will work for you as I'm not a medical professional and I do not know the extent of the damage as it applies to your situation. I would seek advice of a Dermatologist or your family physician. I used the product on a small facial scar next to my nose.Used the product on a small facial incision next to my nose. Had some bad cells removed. Healing was really remarkable for me. I have read reports from others (Amazon) that it has assisted others on older scars as well. I do know the product tends to smooth things out. While expensive, it was a good purchase. I cant attest to whether it will work for you as I'm not a medical professional and I do not know the extent of the damage as it applies to your situation. I would seek advice of a Dermatologist or your family... » Read More I used the product on a small facial scar next to my nose.Used the product on a small facial incision next to my nose. Had some bad cells removed. Healing was really remarkable for me. I have read reports from others (Amazon) that it has assisted others on older scars as well. I do know the product tends to smooth things out. While expensive, it was a good purchase. I cant attest to whether it will work for you as I'm not a medical professional and I do not know the extent of the damage as it applies to your situation. I would seek advice of a Dermatologist or your family physician. « Show Less
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#10 blades are great for sani cuts and details along ears. A longer blade but still short would be a #5 blade. Although #7 's are shorter nicks will be more likely. Depending on the coat aa comb attatchment guard maybe useful (I like Wahl guards) you can order one at a time and they give you the lengths on the combs. Best used with a #30 underneath.
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I used the product on a small facial scar next to my nose. Used the product on a small facial incision next to my nose. Had some bad cells removed. Healing was really remarkable for me. I have read reports from others (Amazon) that it has assisted others on older scars as well. I do know the product tends to smooth things out. While expensive, it was a good purchase. I cant attest to whether it will work for you as I'm not a medical professional and I do not know the extent of the damage as it applies to your situation. I would seek advice of a Dermatologist or your family physician.