About Hollister New Image CeraPlus Soft Convex Skin Barrier, Trim-to-Fit
The New Image Soft Convex CeraPlus skin barrier offers a unique combination of advanced formulation and secure fit, promoting healthy peristomal skin from day one. This barrier is infused with ceramide via Remois technology, which is a natural skin component designed to prevent water loss and protect the skin's natural moisture barrier, thus guarding against dryness and damage. Its flexible, soft convex design applies gentle pressure around the stoma, helping to achieve the right fit and conforming to uneven skin surfaces. An adhesive border provides extra security and confidence, especially for patients with varying skin topography or creases. Finally, the barrier incorporates a floating flange, which allows for pouch attachment without applying uncomfortable pressure directly onto the abdomen.
Key Benefits & Features
- Ceramide-Infused Formulation: Features the CeraPlus Skin Barrier (with Remois technology*) infused with ceramide, a natural skin component. This formulation is designed to protect the skin's natural moisture barrier and help prevent water loss that can lead to skin damage.
- Flexible Soft Convexity: The barrier's flexible design helps provide gentle pressure around the stoma to achieve a secure fit and conform to uneven skin surfaces.
- Enhanced Security: Includes an Adhesive Tape Border to provide extra assurance and maintain confidence, especially over skin creases and varying contours.
- Comfortable Coupling: An Integrated Floating Flange allows for pouch attachment without pressing down uncomfortably on the abdomen.
- Safety: The product is not made with natural rubber latex.
Hollister New Image CeraPlus Soft Convex Skin Barrier, Trim-to-Fit FAQs
What do I do when I experience skin irritation and/or leakage?
The skin under your pouching system should look like the skin on the other side of your abdomen – no irritation, rashes, or redness. If you experience any issues, contact your ostomy care nurse or healthcare professional.
Choosing an Ostomy Pouching System
How do I know which ostomy pouching system is the best for me?
When selecting a pouching system, you want to find a product that provides you with a secure seal around your stoma and helps maintain healthy skin. Your stoma care nurse can help you find a product that will work for you.
How do I measure my stoma?
Measure your stoma using a stoma measuring guide before every skin barrier application. Stoma measuring guides are included in Hollister cut-to-fit skin barrier product boxes, and are also available through your ostomy care nurse. It is especially important to measure the stoma regularly during the first six to eight weeks after surgery, until the stoma size stabilises. After that time, measure periodically. When measuring your stoma, be sure there is no skin showing between the guide and the stoma.
How do I cut my skin barriers?
First, measure your stoma using a stoma measuring guide. Then, trace the determined barrier size opening onto the skin barrier. Using a small curved scissors, carefully cut an opening in the skin barrier to match the pattern. Do not cut beyond the line on the release liner. The skin barrier should fit where your skin and stoma meet. Verify that no skin is showing between the skin barrier and your stoma to help prevent leakage and skin irritation.
How do I prepare my skin before putting on a new ostomy pouching system?
Less is more when caring for the skin around your stoma. For most people, water is sufficient for cleaning the skin. If soap is needed, use a mild bar soap without lotions or creams that may leave a residue or film on your skin and possibly interfere with the adhesive. Skin protective wipes or sprays are not recommended under extended wear skin barriers as this may decrease your wear time (i.e., how long you can wear your skin barrier before it fails). Make sure the peristomal skin is clean and dry before applying your skin barrier.
How often should I empty my ostomy pouch?
Pouch volume varies by pouch type but we suggest emptying your pouch when it is 1/3 to 1/2 full of output or gas. Do not let the pouch overfill, and be sure to empty it before activities and before bedtime.
Can I put water or oils in my ostomy pouch to make emptying easier?
Rinsing out your pouch with water is not necessary or recommended. Getting water near the edge of the stoma and skin barrier may cause the adhesive skin barrier to break down, which can lead to leakage. A lubricating deodorant made specifically for ostomy pouching systems, such as Adapt™ Lubricating Deodorant, can help make pouch emptying easier and is most suitable for those with colostomies or ileostomies. Do not put oils, cooking sprays, or other products not intended for use with an ostomy in your pouch.
How often should I change my ostomy pouching system?
Change your skin barrier on a routine basis. You will get more comfortable with this after you learn what works best for you. Wear time (i.e., how long you can wear your skin barrier before it fails) is based on many factors including skin condition, stoma output, abdominal creases/folds, and humidity.
How does an ostomy pouch filter work?
Some pouches include filters that help minimise gas from buildup, so the pouch does not inflate like a balloon. A pouch filter is designed to deflate the pouch when there is gas and to neutralise the gas odour.
How do I use the drain tap on Hollister urostomy pouches?
The tap is a twist valve that you can turn to open and close it. In order to make urine flow, the teardrop must be facing away from your body. To make sure the drain valve is closed, the teardrop must be facing towards your body.
