There was a time my scars made me self-conscious. Not in a dramatic way, more in the way where I'd stand in front of the mirror thinking about which swimsuit would keep people from asking questions. That feeling is a big part of why POST SWIM exists. I wanted swimwear that let me decide how much to show on any given day, and that looked like fashion, not something from a medical supply catalog.
So when Nuvadermis and I started talking, it became an easy conversation to have.
Who Nuvadermis is
Nuvadermis (@nuvadermis on Instagram) makes silicone scar tape and scar gel. I've used their tape myself, on a scar on my forehead. I put it on before bed, wear it through the night, and it’s the easiest added part to my nighttime routine. I’ve seen significant fading in that scar because of Nuvadermis’ silicone scar tape.
If your scars make you feel self-conscious the way mine once did, I think Nuvadermis is a really good option to know about.
Why this partnership makes sense
At POST SWIM we always say coverage is a choice. Some days you want a suit that covers more, some days you don't. Taking care of your scars is part of that same choice, and it's yours to make however you want.
Nuvadermis gives women another option for caring for their skin. We give women options for what they wear. Putting the two together just felt right.
What we're doing together
On Instagram. Nuvadermis and I made a reel together, and it's live now. Watch it here, and follow @nuvadermis, @lauren_yerkes and @postswimofficial for more.
Through Give A Suit. This is the part I'm most excited about.
Three suits, sponsored by Nuvadermis
Give A Suit is how our community helps women get a suit that works for their body after breast cancer. Sponsors fund the program, women apply, and selected applicants receive a suit.
This fall, Nuvadermis is sponsoring three suits in a special Give A Suit round. Here's how it works:
- Applications open October 29 and close November 12.
- Apply here: Give A Suit application
- Three recipients will be chosen from applications submitted between October 29 and November 12.
- We'll reach out to the three recipients by November 30.
- Each sponsored suit is covered up to $200. If you fall in love with a suit that costs more, you just pay the difference. Recipients cover $10.00 for shipping. See the full Give A Suit terms.
Already on the Give A Suit waitlist? You don't need to reapply, and your spot on the waitlist doesn't change. This Nuvadermis round is its own separate application. If you'd like to be considered for one of these three suits, fill out the form between October 29 and November 12.
If you know someone who should apply, please send this to her.
Thank you, Nuvadermis
A big thank you to the Nuvadermis team for supporting this community and for helping three more women get a suit they feel great in. Small brands showing up for each other is how a lot of good things happen, and we're grateful to be doing this together.
xx, Lauren