How to Use Silicone Scar Sheets: Wear Time, Washing and Care

Put a silicone scar sheet only on closed skin that you have washed, and follow the wear time in your product's own instructions. Those instructions differ by brand: Oleeva's instructions start at 12 hours on the first day, Biodermis says Epi-Derm can be worn for up to 12 hours at a time, and Rejûvaskin suggests about 8–12 hours each night for Scar FX sheeting. Your surgeon or clinician decides when you start and how long you continue.

Start when your clinician says the skin is ready

When to begin silicone after surgery or an injury is a clinical decision. Biodermis recommends asking your doctor to confirm the wound is fully healed before using silicone. Rejûvaskin says to apply its products only to closed skin with no drainage. Oleeva says its sheeting is not for use over sutures, staples, scabs or open wounds. The AAD warns never to apply a silicone gel sheet to a scab or open wound.

Prepare the skin and fit the sheet

1. Wash the skin. Rejûvaskin says to always wash the area before applying a sheet. Rejûvaskin and Oleeva both say not to use lotions or creams with the sheet, and Oleeva adds ointments to that list.
2. Check the coverage. The sheet should cover the whole scar with a margin. Rejûvaskin suggests 1/4 inch around the scar. Oleeva asks for at least 1/2 inch and recommends trimming only if necessary.
3. Trim if needed. Scar FX, Epi-Derm and Gel-Care can be cut to size. Oleeva suggests keeping any leftover piece in a dry place, such as its original package.
4. Remove the backing. Rejûvaskin notes that both sides of a Scar FX sheet have plastic backing, and both must come off. The backing on the tacky side can be hard to peel.
5. Apply without stretching. Oleeva says to apply the sheet without stretching the material. For a larger area, it suggests peeling back a small part of the backing, placing that end on the scar, then removing the rest little by little.

How long to wear silicone scar sheets each day

Each manufacturer publishes its own schedule. Use the one for the product you bought unless your clinician gives you different instructions. The AAD notes that a gel sheet is worn every day, often for months; how many weeks or months you continue is a question for your clinician.

Wash, dry and store the sheet

• Soap: Rejûvaskin recommends a non-moisturizing, non-concentrated soap and advises against hand soap, which often contains moisturizers. Oleeva calls for plain soap and warm water. Biodermis recommends a non-foaming, fragrance-free cleanser for Epi-Derm.
• How often: Oleeva says to clean both sides at least once a day. Biodermis says Epi-Derm should be washed after each wear, even a shorter one.
• Method: Rejûvaskin suggests lathering the soap in your hand, then gently rubbing debris off the sheet as you rinse it.
• Drying: Let the sheet dry before it goes back on. Oleeva says to dry it on a clean, flat surface. Biodermis says Epi-Derm can dry sticky side up or down on a clean countertop or mirror.
• Storage: Rejûvaskin suggests a resealable plastic bag when the sheet is not in use. Oleeva suggests a second sheet to wear while the first one dries.

When to replace a sheet

Oleeva and Rejûvaskin both note that sheets become less sticky with repeated use. Biodermis says to replace a sheet when it starts to lose its adhesive qualities, or when surface oils or skin cells become difficult to remove with daily washing.

If a sheet loses its tackiness, Rejûvaskin suggests securing it with tape. Where a sheet is hard to keep in place, such as over joints that flex, Oleeva mentions gentle surgical tape or an elastic garment. Our Epi-derm Epi-Tape listing describes it as a tape for securing Epi-Derm or other dressings where extra adhesion is needed.

When to stop and ask your clinician

If the skin under a sheet becomes red, irritated or broken, or a rash appears, contact your clinician. The AAD notes that wearing a gel sheet in the same spot every day can cause the skin to break down, that some people develop a rash, and that you may need to stop and use another option. Biodermis advises speaking with your doctor about any redness or irritation. Oleeva says people with a known sensitivity to silicone should not wear its sheets, and that a sweat rash can occur; its guidance includes daily hygiene and cleaning of the sheet. Do not place a sheet over an area that has opened or is draining; ask your clinician how to proceed.

Order enough sheets

Check the pack size on each listing. The Epi-Derm Silicone Gel Patch is listed in packs of pairs. The Oleeva Anchor Shape Silicone Scar Sheet and Oleeva Areola Shape Silicone Scar Sheet are sold individually. Gel-Care Advanced Scar Therapy Strips come two to a pack. The Scar FX 1" x 12" and Scar FX 1.5" x 9" strips can be cut to fit. Compare the published sheet life with the length of time your clinician has asked you to continue.

You have 60 days from delivery to request a return of unopened products. Opened or used products can be returned only if they arrived damaged or defective, so read the return policy before opening a package. Still choosing a format? Compare silicone sheets with silicone gels and sticks. Comparing the Scar FX Breast Anchor with the 3-inch Areola Breast Circle? See our side-by-side guide.

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Sources: Oleeva Care & Use; Oleeva FAQs; Biodermis Epi-Derm patch and FAQs; Biodermis tips on cleaning Epi-Derm; Biodermis scar care regimen; Rejûvaskin wear time; Rejûvaskin Scar Heal Kit use; Rejûvaskin cleaning; Rejûvaskin sheet care; Rejûvaskin sheet life; Rejûvaskin sheet sizing; Rejûvaskin cutting sheets; Rejûvaskin sheet not sticking; Rejûvaskin when to start; Silipos Gel-Care Advanced Scar Strips; AAD, Scars: diagnosis and treatment; AAD, Keloid scars: diagnosis and treatment. Product details are based on the linked DirectDermaCare listings. Reviewed October 27, 2026 for product-shopping information.