McKesson Skin Barrier Strips, 1/2 Arc Hydrocolloid
McKesson Skin Barrier Strips — 1/2 Arc, Hydrocolloid, 1 Inch Wide
Overview
McKesson Skin Barrier Strips frame the edge of your ostomy barrier to keep it from lifting or rolling. The pre-cut 1/2-arc curve follows a round barrier, so two strips picture-frame the whole edge — half on the barrier, half on your skin — for extra security and longer wear. No cutting needed.
The hydrocolloid material is water-resistant and holds up through showering, bathing, and swimming, and it absorbs a little moisture so the seal keeps gripping when skin gets damp. A thin, no-roll-up edge stays flat and smooth, and the gentle adhesive removes without tugging at the skin — a skin-friendly alternative to standard tape.
Pack Options
- Tray of 2020 strips
- Case of 28014 trays (280 strips) — better value for regular use or restocking
Key Features
- 1/2 arc curved shape — picture-frames a round barrier edge; two strips complete the circle; no cutting.
- Hydrocolloid, water-resistant — holds during showering, bathing, and swimming.
- Highly absorbent — soaks up moisture to help the seal hold.
- Thin-edge, no-roll-up design — edges stay flat and smooth.
- Gentle, skin-friendly removal — a tape alternative, good for tape sensitivities.
- 1″ wide — use on top of, under, or around the barrier.
- Latex-free · FSA/HSA eligible.
Equipment Specialist Insight: Same idea as the smaller-arc strips, but the 1/2-arc covers half the circle, so two strips frame a round barrier instead of three — fewer pieces, quicker to apply. You lay them around the barrier edge, half on the wafer and half on skin, so the edge can’t lift. The hydrocolloid is the advantage over plain tape: water-resistant for showers and swimming, mildly absorbent so it keeps gripping on damp skin, and gentle coming off. Reach for the 1/3-arc instead if you want to fine-tune coverage around a smaller or oddly-shaped barrier. A swipe of barrier film underneath helps them last longer.
Technical Specifications
- BrandMcKesson
- TypeSkin barrier strip (edge reinforcement)
- Shape1/2 arc (curved)
- MaterialHydrocolloid (water-resistant, absorbent)
- Width1″
- AdhesiveHydrocolloid (without tape)
- WearStandard wear, mold-to-fit
- SystemUniversal (any brand)
- LatexNot made with natural rubber latex
- Packaging20 per tray (14 trays per case)
How do I use them?
Place the curved strips around the edge of your barrier, overlapping onto your skin like a picture frame. With the 1/2-arc shape, two strips frame a round barrier.
Can I shower or swim with them?
Yes — the hydrocolloid is water-resistant and holds during bathing, showering, and swimming.
Are they gentle on skin?
Yes — they remove gently and are a skin-friendly alternative to tape, which helps if you’re sensitive to adhesives. Latex-free.
Product packaging, appearance, and included materials may vary. Please read and follow the instructions for use included with the product.
