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Can silicone gel sheet used on acne scars and mark left by acne and how long will it take to see the results?
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Not sure: Silicone gel is used for scars, probably best for fresh scars to reduce the formation. On established scars it is unclear how well it works. Acne scars are well treated with chemical peels, microneedling and laser treatments.
Answered 8/26/2017
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