Silagen Silicon Gel + SPF 30

SCAR PREVENTION 

• Silicone is first-line therapy for scar prevention
• Reduces TEWL 
• Normalizes Collagen Production
• Reduces erythema & pruritis
• Post-laser hypertrophic scarring usually occurs around the lips, chin, mandibular border, and malar region.

UV PROTECTION 

• Micronized zinc oxide is safer on impaired barrier function and skin with increased permeability than chemical sunscreens 
• Reduces photoallergic contact dermatitis caused by chemical sunscreens 
• Prevents hyperpigmentation on tender new skin 

SKIN PROTECTANT 

• Zinc oxide and dimethicone are classified as skin protectants by the FDA OTC Drug Monograph
• Provide soothing and relief
• Protection from harmful or annoying stimuli
• Skin barrier protection 

PROTOCOL FOR POST-PROCECURE USE OF Silagen® Silicone Gel + SPF 30 

• Initiate treatment 7-10 days after the procedure, once reepithelialization has occurred. Apply twice daily to the affected area for 90 days. 
• Use of silicones on open wounds may cause granulomas, which is why the FDA requires all silicone scar products (Class I exempt medical devices) to state that they are not to be used on open wounds.
• For symptoms of purpura and edema following pulsed dye laser or other procedure consider using the Silagen® Arnica-Bromelain Complex supplement and SilagenR Topical Recovery Gel.