A simple addition to the normal wound care protocol – but with great effects
What is Stratacel?
Stratacel is an advanced transparent, semi-occlusive wound dressing to be used following fractional rejuvenation procedures. It was developed with a lower viscosity which makes it easier to spread and remove.
Stratacel was designed to adhere gently to existing epidermis making it the ideal post procedure dressing for fractional skin injuries.
Characteristics and benefits
Flexible, full contact
Flexible, full contact
Stratacel dries to form a thin, flexible and protective film that ensures constant contact with the damaged skin.
Reduced downtime
Reduced downtime
Stratacel reduces downtime by creating an optimal environment for faster healing.
Bacteriostatic
Bacteriostatic
Stratacel is bacteriostatic; it protects the skin from microbial invasion while reducing the risk for contact dermatitis.
Symptom relief
Symptom relief
Stratacel provides symptomatic relief from itching, burning and discomfort as well as reducing redness and welling.
Non-reactive
Non-reactive
Stratacel is inert, has no measurable pH, contains no alcohol, parabens or fragrances, making it suitable for children and people with sensitive skin.
Medical device
Medical device
Stratacel is registered as a European class IIa, TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration) and FDA listed Class I medical device (wound dressing). It is suitable for the use on open wounds, and mucosa (i.e. nasal, oral and urethral).
How does Stratacel work?
Stratacel provides a moist wound healing environment. Stratacel minimizes water loss while maintaining the oxygen transfer rate.
Epidermal cells are able to move rapidly over the surface of the dermis through exudate which collects at the wound-dressing interface.
Manages secondary tissue damage resulting from dehydration.
Promotes enzymatic autolytic debridement.
Wound exudate, which carries a number of growth factors essential to the healing of wounds, is kept protected in the wound-dressing interface.
Stratacel emulates the epidermal barrier and enhances the healing of wounds. Stratacel minimizes water loss while maintaining the oxygen transfer rate.
The wound is kept in an optimal environment for healing.
Who can use Stratacel?
Stratacel is designed for all skin types. It is suitable for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, children or people with sensitive skin.
Stratacel is transparent and odorless. It does not contain alcohol, fragrances or parabens.
Stratacel is a non-absorbable wound dressing.
Stratacel is suitable for all skin types.
Stratacel is non-reactive with no measurable pH.
Stratacel is easy to use at home.
Stratacel may be used during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
How to use Stratacel?
Apply once daily, or twice daily to exposed areas or as advised by your physician.
For best results, Stratacel should maintain continuous contact with the skin (24 hours a day/7 days a week).
Stratacel should be applied immediately post procedure. Carefully follow the post procedure care instructions that were given to you at during your treatment.
Applying Stratacel
Step 1: Prepare your skin
Ensure that the affected skin or superficial wound is clean. Gently pat dry as much excess exudate or wound fluid from the area as possible prior to the gel application.
Step 2: Apply Stratacel
Apply a very thin layer of Stratacel directly on the affected area and allow the gel to dry.
Step 3: Allow the gel to dry
When applied correctly, Stratacel should be dry in 5-6 minutes.
If it takes longer to dry, you have probably applied too much. Gently remove any excess gel with a tissue or paper towel and allow the drying process to continue. Remember: a little amount of gel goes a long way.
Step 4: You are ready to go!
Once dry, Stratacel can be covered with clothes, sunscreen or cosmetics.
Removing Stratacel
Remove from skin
Excess Stratacel on your hands can be easily removed by washing them with liquid soap and warm water. Repeat if necessary.
Remove from clothes
Stratacel may stain clothing if not completely dry. If staining occurs, dry cleaning should be able to remove it without damaging the fabric.
Additional recommandations:
What is the correct tube size for me?
Stratacel 10 g (0.35 oz) is enough to treat an 6 x 6 cm (2.5 × 2.5 inch) twice per day for over 60 days.
Stratacel 20 g (0.7 oz) is enough to treat an 6 x 12 cm (2.5 × 5 inch) twice per day for over 60 days.
Stratacel 50 g (1.75 oz) is enough to treat an 12 x 15 cm (5 × 6 inch ) twice per day for over 60 days.
A 10g tube is intended for smaller procedures such as blepharoplasty and small-scale fractional resurfacing procedures.
A 20g tube is intended for full-face fractional resurfacing procedures.
A 50g tube is intended for large-scale fractional resurfacing procedures covering the face, neck and chest.
Treatment duration
Stratacel gel is a unique formulation which requires substantially less product per application than typical moisturizing creams or barrier ointments. For resurfacing and ablative procedures, continued use is recommended for a minimum treatment of 30 days (24 hours a day/7 days a week) or until no further improvement is seen.
Caution
