McKesson Skin Barrier Strips, 1/3 Arc Hydrocolloid
McKesson Skin Barrier Strips — 1/3 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 1/3-arc curve is shaped to follow a round barrier, so you simply lay the strips around the outside edge — half on the barrier, half on your skin, like a picture frame — 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.
Key Features
- 1/3 arc curved shape — picture-frames a round barrier edge; 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: These are the curved “picture-frame” strips — you lay them around the edge of your barrier, half on the wafer and half on skin, so the edge can’t lift. The 1/3-arc curve is shaped to follow a round barrier; line up two or three around the circle for full coverage. The big advantage over plain tape is the hydrocolloid: it’s water-resistant (fine for showers and swimming) and it absorbs a little moisture, so it keeps gripping when skin gets damp — and it comes off gently, which matters if tape tears up your skin. Tip: a swipe of barrier film on the skin first helps them last even longer.
Technical Specifications
- BrandMcKesson
- TypeSkin barrier strip (edge reinforcement)
- Shape1/3 arc (curved)
- MaterialHydrocolloid (water-resistant, absorbent)
- Width1″
- AdhesiveHydrocolloid (without tape)
- WearStandard wear, mold-to-fit
- SystemUniversal (any brand)
- LatexNot made with natural rubber latex
- Packaging30 per tray
How do I use them?
Place the curved strips around the edge of your barrier, overlapping onto your skin like a picture frame, to keep the edges from lifting. Use two or three to 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.
