# Anti-Scar Bandage Memory Polymers Preserve Your Beauty By Pearl | Published 2008-05-15 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anti-scar-bandage-kiss-and-really-make-it-better References: [technology.newscientist](http://technology.newscientist.com/article/dn13876-invention-antiscar-bandage.html) & [wipo.int](http://www.wipo.int/pctdb/en/fetch.jsp?ELEMENT_SET=BASICHTML-ENG&IDB=0&LANG=ENG&IDOC=1395710&C=00&TOTAL=98&START=1&QUERY=pa/university+AND+DP/14/02/2008&FORM=SEP-0/HITNUM,B-ENG,DP,MC,AN,PA,ABSUM-ENG&TYPE_FIELD=256&SEARCH_IA=US2007017320&DISP=25&SERVER_TYPE=19-00&IA=US2007017320) Stanford University scientists have now developed and patented [special bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-clear-adhesive-bandages) to prevent the stretching and raising of scars. They are made from special “memory” polymers which remember their shape once applied. Very strong adhesives or sewing and stapling during surgery have to be used to keep these bandages in place until the wound heals flat. This is a great innovative as those scars which form after surgery or injury are raised, tough and ugly to look at. They remain unpleasant and unsightly reminders of the trauma long after the body has healed. These scars develop either by the tissue stretching whenever the patient moves during the healing process or gets bumpy because of underlying swelling. The new bandages could be that kiss that really makes a wound better. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Anti-scar Bandages:** Memory polymers in bandages prevent stretching and raised scars. - **Scar Reduction:** Innovative bandages offer a solution to minimize unsightly scars. - **Wound Healing:** Special bandages aid in the healing process and improve cosmetic outcomes. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Healthcare:** The medical industry can benefit from the development and use of anti-scar bandages to improve patient outcomes. - **Cosmetics:** The cosmetics industry can incorporate scar reduction bandages into their product offerings to address customer needs for scar reduction and improved skin appearance. - **Manufacturing:** Manufacturers of medical bandages and wound care products can explore the use of memory polymers to create innovative and advanced bandage solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Medical-Grade Scar-Diminishing Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scar-care1.md) - [AI-Enabled Smart Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-smart-bandages.md) - [Scar Tissue-Evading Implants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-implant.md) - [Scar Recovery Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scar-kolmar-korea.md) - [Post-Procedural Scar Treatment Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scar-treatment.md) - [Connected Monitoring Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wound-bandage.md) - [Dual Scar Management Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scar-management.md) - [Ultra-Gentle Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gentle-bandages.md) - [AI-Paired Wound Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medicosbiotech.md)