For years I have used Spenco products to patch blisters. 2nd Skin has been a long time favorite that is always in my foot care box. Now Spenco has come out with a new prodiuct that is easier to use. Their new 2nd Skin QuikStik Adhesive Dressings combine a soft, moist hydrogel pad with an ultrathin adhesive film.
I like them. Spenco sent me some samples to use in Costa Rica and they worked well. The samples had a covering that peeled off each side to keep the pads sterile. The packaging may have changed but I would assume the covering is still there. What I liked about these pads is they have an adhesive edge, unlike plain 2nd Skin which requires a tape covering to hold it in place. The pads can easily be stowed in a fanny pack for any activity where you might incur a hot spot or blister.
The moist pad will not stick to the wound (to prevent reinjury when the pad is removed) and the dressing may be left in place for up to five days.
The Spenco product information says, “Ideal for first aid treatment of minor burns, scrapes, blisters, road rash, stings, bites, poison ivy or any surface skin wound. One-step application to cool and soothe minor burns, scrapes and surface skin wounds on contact. Adhesive ultra-thin film keeps the dressing in place for up to 5 days. (Latex free)”
The pads come in a Combo pack with 1 Large Sterile Pad (44mm x 74mm), and 3 Small Sterile Pads (26mm x 56mm); a Small Pack with 5 Small Sterile Pads (26mm x 56mm); and a Large Pack with 3 Large Sterile Pads (44mm x 74mm).
These are so new that Spenco has not even added them to their Web site. However, you can get them today at ZombieRunner.com. They have them for the best price on the Web! Click thru and go to the Store and then the Foot Care section of their Web site.
As usual, my advice is to use a tape adherent to make sure they stick well.