FAQs
Q1. Why is Methylpolysiloxane (silicone) the primary active in Cicatrix Scar Reducing Cream?
A1. Topical silicone has one of the strongest evidence bases in scar management of any cosmetic ingredient — it is recommended in clinical guidelines by the International Advisory Panel on Scar Management. The mechanism works by creating a semi-occlusive barrier over the scar that maintains a moist, hydrated microenvironment. This moisture signals fibroblasts to stop overproducing collagen (the driver of hypertrophic/raised scars) and redistributes hydration across the scar tissue, softening and flattening it over time. Silicone sheets and gels have been shown in controlled trials to significantly reduce scar height, hardness, colour, and itching in hypertrophic scars within 2–3 months of consistent use.
Q2. What does Centella Asiatica Extract do in Cicatrix Scar Reducing Cream?
A2. Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) contains three triterpene compounds — Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, and Madecassoside — that have dual and somewhat paradoxical actions relevant to scar healing. They stimulate collagen synthesis by normal fibroblasts (supporting healing of atrophic scars and wounds), while simultaneously modulating overactive fibroblast activity in keloid and hypertrophic scars (reducing excessive collagen deposition). Centella also reduces inflammation and improves tensile strength of healing tissue. This balancing action makes it ideal in a scar treatment that needs to address multiple scar types with one formula.
Q3. When should Cicatrix Scar Reducing Cream be started after surgery or injury?
A3. Cicatrix should be applied only after the wound or surgical incision has fully closed — typically 2–3 weeks post-surgery (or once sutures/staples have been removed and the wound has epithelialised completely with no open areas). Applying before complete closure risks maceration and infection. For post-acne marks and PIH, there is no waiting period — Cicatrix can be applied as soon as active inflammation has resolved. Early initiation in hypertrophic or keloid-prone individuals (within 1–2 weeks of wound closure) produces better outcomes than waiting for raised scarring to fully develop.
Q4. Can Cicatrix Scar Reducing Cream be used on post-acne marks and PIH?
A4. Yes — Sodium Hyaluronate in Cicatrix promotes hydrated healing and skin cell renewal, Centella Asiatica reduces residual inflammation that perpetuates discolouration, and the silicone barrier supports even tissue remodelling. For purely flat hyperpigmented post-acne marks (PIH without textural change), a dedicated brightening product may produce faster lightening results; however, Cicatrix is well-suited for marks where there is both textural irregularity and discolouration simultaneously, particularly in darker skin tones prone to both PIH and raised scarring.
Q5. How should Cicatrix Scar Reducing Cream be applied for maximum efficacy?
A5. Clean the scar area gently, pat dry, and apply a thin layer of Cicatrix twice daily — morning and evening. Massage gently in circular motions for 30–60 seconds to enhance local circulation and encourage product penetration. If using under clothing, allow to absorb for 2–3 minutes first. Apply SPF50+ sunscreen over any scar receiving daytime Cicatrix application — UV exposure causes hyperpigmentation of scar tissue (scars have no melanin protection from sun) and counteracts the softening progress. Expect 8–12 weeks of consistent twice-daily use for noticeable improvement in hypertrophic or raised scars; flat PIH marks may respond more quickly.
