# Topical Scar-Reducing Patches The ScarAway Silicone Scar Sheets are Flexible, Washable & Reusable By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-04-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silicone-scar-sheets References: [newbeauty](https://www.newbeauty.com/slideshow/2854-awards-damage-reversers/4/) & [myscaraway](http://www.myscaraway.com/product/scaraway-silicone-scar-sheets/) In as little as four weeks, the ScarAway Silicone Scar Sheets are said to be able to help fade and flatten scars. The sheets are said to mimic the natural barrier functions of the skin and boast the same kind of technology that's used by burn centers, plastic surgeons and hospitals. The concealing strips include tested [silicone technology to hydrate scar tissue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scar-stories1), which helps it to soften and fade over time, all the while minimizing the formation of new scars. The self-adhesive sheets are ultra-thin, washable and reusable, with single sheets that are designed to last for up to 14 days. The ScarAway Silicone Scar Sheets were recently recognized as a NewBeauty Award Winner as one of the [reparative products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sciencebacked-skincare-technology-rnascence-biotechnologys-patch-delivers-r) that help to "press delete on damage." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Scar-reducing Technology:** Opportunity for innovation in developing new scar-reducing technologies using silicone technology. - **Hydrating Scar Treatment:** Opportunity for innovation in creating hydrating scar treatments that soften and fade scars over time. - **Reusable Scar Patches:** Opportunity for innovation in developing reusable scar patches that provide long-lasting scar treatment. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the healthcare industry by developing advanced scar-reducing technologies. - **Beauty and Cosmetics:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the beauty and cosmetics industry by creating effective and reusable scar treatments. - **Medical Devices:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the medical devices industry by designing innovative scar patches with advanced technologies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Post-Procedural Scar Treatment Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scar-treatment.md) - [Medical-Grade Scar-Diminishing Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scar-care1.md) - [Dual Scar Management Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scar-management.md) - [Scar Recovery Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scar-kolmar-korea.md) - [Fast-Acting Hydrocolloid Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrocolloid-patches.md) - [Convenience-Focused Acne Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catch-me-patch.md) - [Anti-Aging Beauty Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-smoothing-patches.md) - [Ultra-Thin Hydrocolloid Pimple Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrathin-hydrocolloid-pimple-patches.md) - [Holographic Blemish Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patch-it-rescue-pimple-patches.md)