Will Using Micropore Tape to my Scar After Applying Hydroquinone Provide UV Protection from the Sun?

Question

Two months ago I had scar revision performed on an abdominoplasty from over a year ago. I had the flank area scars and my naval redone due to hyperpigmentation. My doctor has prescribed me hydroquinone 4%. I don't go out in the sun and the scars are always under my clothing. Can I apply micropore tape over the areas after the hydroquinone has dried as a sun protector? I also have ScarAway strips that I can apply over the tape, too. SPF lotions are inconvenient when I'm getting ready for work.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

I personally don't see any indication for tape over the revised scar. However if you are uncertain this is a question more properly addressed to your plastic surgeon.

Jourdan Gottlieb, MD · Answer

If you don't go out in the sun, and your scars are covered with clothing, I don't see much added value in taping the scars for sun protection. I doubt any benefit from the scar tapes would penetrate through the micropore tape.

	Best to check your protection plan with your surgeon. All the best.

Will Using Micropore Tape to my Scar After Applying Hydroquinone Provide UV Protection from the Sun?

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