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Mouth Tape Skin Protectant - LuminousOne - 11-18-2024
Hello,
I am happily experiencing noticeably improved results (and comfort!) after switching to to nasal pillows masks, particularly the P10.
I use kinesiology tape to keep my mouth chosed and prevent leaks. Unfortunately, even with care while applying and removing the tape, I've been experiencing skin irritations such as small abrasions and redness. Has anyone found a solution to this problem such as a skin protectant that will not reduce tape efficacy? Could I possibly be stretching the tape too tightly when applying it? The tape is slightly porous and if my mouth isn't closed, I have episodes when I wake to find myself ateempting to breathe through the tape.
Thank you!
RE: Mouth Tape Skin Protectant - edfreeman - 11-18-2024
Cavilon Durable Barrier Cream... just a dab spread where the tape will be.
RE: Mouth Tape Skin Protectant - PaulaO2 - 11-18-2024
There are several types of adhesive barrier wipes or whatever. I am allergic to adhesives which is why I do not use mouth tape. My wife recently had cataract surgery and they taped the shield to her face. I was thinking they'd never be able to do that for me and I asked the nurse what would they do. She said they'd use one of those barriers. If I remember correctly, she said Skin-Tac wipes.