Product guide · Topical gel
A clear, quick-drying silicone gel for closed scars. It suits places where a sheet is hard to keep on — and can be worn under makeup or clothing once dry.
Silagen describes Pure as a 100% medical-grade silicone gel with a silky feel that leaves no sticky residue. You spread a very thin layer over a scar that has fully closed; it dries into a light, breathable film.
Silicone gels are thought to work by covering the scar (occlusion) and keeping its surface hydrated. Silagen states this helps a scar stay flatter, softer and less red. Results differ from person to person, and the manufacturer’s statements are not a promise of a particular result.
The gel is a practical choice for faces, necks, joints, hands and other curved or moving areas where an adhesive sheet may lift. Your surgeon may also suggest it alongside sheeting, used at different times of the day.
Sources: Silagen Scar Refinement System product page (opens in a new tab) · Silagen frequently asked questions (opens in a new tab)
From Silagen’s current public product pages. Packaging and available sizes can change — confirm against your box.
Source: Silagen Scar Refinement System product page (opens in a new tab)
Source: Silagen Scar Refinement System product page (opens in a new tab)
Source: Silagen Gel instructions for use (opens in a new tab)
Source: Silagen Gel instructions for use (opens in a new tab)
Source: Silagen frequently asked questions (opens in a new tab)
Source: Silagen warranty and unauthorized sellers notice (opens in a new tab)
Silagen describes this gel as 100% medical-grade silicone. We do not reproduce a full ingredient list here until it has been checked against the current packaging.
Check on your current package
Sources: Silagen Scar Refinement System product page (opens in a new tab) · Silagen Gel instructions for use (opens in a new tab)
Silagen’s own materials describe different routines. Neither is a personal plan — your surgeon decides when you start, how often and for how long.
| Topic | Public gel directions (website) | Patient instruction sheet (0319) |
|---|---|---|
| When to begin | When the wound has healed or sutures have been removed. Never on an open wound. | Once the wound has closed — no bleeding or oozing — and removable stitches are out, or as your physician directs. |
| How often | Two to three times a day; reapply after bathing, swimming or exercise. | Twice a day. |
| How long | At least two months; further improvement may occur up to six months. | 12 weeks; up to 6 months if you tend to form raised (hypertrophic or keloid) scars. |
| Wear time | 12–24 hours a day of contact. | Not stated separately. |
If your surgeon gave you written instructions, follow those.
Sources: Silagen Gel instructions for use (opens in a new tab) · Silagen patient gel instruction sheet (MKL148V3, 0319) (opens in a new tab)
Clean the scar and pat it completely dry. It should be free of creams, lotions, ointments and powders.
A small amount covers more than you expect. Spread a thin, even layer over the whole scar and gently massage.
Wait about 1–2 minutes. Once dry, makeup, sunscreen, clothing or compression garments can go over it.
Never put gel (or any cream) under Silagen sheets, strips or shapes — they will stop sticking. Use one product at a time.
Sources: Silagen Gel instructions for use (opens in a new tab) · Silagen patient gel instruction sheet (MKL148V3, 0319) (opens in a new tab)
Silagen 100% Pure Silicone Gel · 42 sec · Silagen
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Cases where the source reports Pure gel, alone or with other Silagen products. Captions are shown exactly as supplied.
Eyelid · SIL_0037
Reported: Pure Silicone Gel
After 1 month of treatment Before treatment UPPER BLEPHAROPLASTY SILAGEN PURE GEL PATIENT SUBMITTED PHOTOS SIL_0037 7 months after beginning treatment
Manufacturer-supplied; patient-submitted photographs. Individual results vary. Silagen Before and After Full Gallery 5-26.pdf, p. 11.
Contains images of a fresh wound or stitches.
Face · SIL_0002
Reported: Pure Silicone Gel
3 days after Mohs surgery After 2 months of treatment with Silagen 100% Pure silicone gel. MOHS SURGERY: FACE TOPICAL SILICONE GEL After 4 months of treatment with Silagen 100% Pure silicone gel. SIL_0002 PATIENT SUBMITTED PHOTOS
Manufacturer-supplied; patient-submitted photographs. Individual results vary. Silagen Before and After Full Gallery 5-26.pdf, p. 7.
Abdomen · SIL_0039
Reported: Pure Silicone Gel
Before treatment, 2 weeks post-op After 2 months of treatment TUMMY TUCK SILAGEN PURE GEL PATIENT SUBMITTED PHOTOS SIL_0039 1 year post-op
Manufacturer-supplied; patient-submitted photographs. Individual results vary. Silagen Before and After Full Gallery 5-26.pdf, p. 20.
Abdomen · SIL_0035
Reported: Pure Silicone Gel
LAPAROSCOPIC APPENDECTOMY SILAGEN PURE GEL Day 1 of Silagen Pure treatment After 5 months of daily use SIL_0035 PATIENT SUBMITTED PHOTOS
Manufacturer-supplied; patient-submitted photographs. Individual results vary. Silagen Before and After Full Gallery 5-26.pdf, p. 34.
Skin surgery · SIL_0036
Reported: Pure Silicone Gel
Day of surgery After 1 month of daily treatment SKIN TAG EXCISION SILAGEN PURE GEL After 5 months of daily treatment SIL_0036 After 3 months of daily treatment PATIENT SUBMITTED PHOTOS
Manufacturer-supplied; patient-submitted photographs. Individual results vary. Silagen Before and After Full Gallery 5-26.pdf, p. 9.
Contains images of a fresh wound or stitches.
Other surgery & injury · SIL_0007
Reported: Pure Silicone Gel
Post-fracture repair surgery After 3 months of treatment twice daily with Silagen Pure Silicone Gel WRIST FRACTURE SILAGEN PURE GEL After 5 weeks of treatment twice daily with Silagen Pure Silicone Gel SIL_0007 PATIENT SUBMITTED PHOTOS
Manufacturer-supplied; patient-submitted photographs. Individual results vary. Silagen Before and After Full Gallery 5-26.pdf, p. 37.
Not at the same time. Silagen suggests some people use sheeting for part of the day and gel for the rest, but gel under a sheet stops it sticking. Ask your surgeon whether a combined routine suits your scar.
Source: Silagen frequently asked questions (opens in a new tab)
Yes, once the gel has dried (about 1–2 minutes), according to Silagen’s directions. For daytime sun protection on an exposed scar, ask about the separate Gel + SPF 30.
Source: Silagen Gel instructions for use (opens in a new tab)
It depends on scar length and how long you use it. Silagen’s FAQ estimates one 15 g size for a scar up to 3 inches over 3 months, and more for longer scars or multiple incisions.
Source: Silagen frequently asked questions (opens in a new tab)
Silagen states silicone can improve some older red or raised scars, while noting earlier use generally gives better expected results. Ask your surgeon what is realistic for your scar.
Source: Silagen frequently asked questions (opens in a new tab)
Stop using it and contact your surgical team. Silagen advises against use on rashes, irritated, cracked or open skin.
Source: Silagen frequently asked questions (opens in a new tab)
Get help with your recovery
Your surgeon’s instructions come first. A TRC Care Planner can help you organize questions for your surgical team and recovery arrangements.
Silagen states its products are sold through authorized medical offices, not online retailers. Ask your surgeon’s office, or ask TRC about your next step. TRC does not sell Silagen products on this site.
Educational information from manufacturer materials, not medical advice. Silagen® is a trademark of Newmedical Technology, Inc. Follow your surgeon’s instructions.