Adapt Stoma Powder

Skin barrier wipes are optional. Most contain alcohol, which will cause a stinging sensation when applied to raw skin areas. Skin barrier wipes are not necessary to use over stoma powder, but your nurse may recommend them.

No, the use of cosmetic type powders will usually interfere with the seal on your pouch, causing leaking and further irritation.

Stop using the powder when the skin has healed and is no longer moist to the touch. Adapt stoma powder is not designed to be used for the prevention of skin irritation. Stop using the powder and contact your healthcare provider if your skin has not improved or is getting worse.

This powder is used to absorb moisture from broken skin around the stoma, which allows for better barrier adhesion to help protect the skin. Broken or irritated skin should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.

Sprinkle a light dusting of stoma powder on clean and dry skin around the stoma. Remove any excess after application.

Stoma powder can be used in adjacent settings like using stoma powder for wounds, but its primary purpose is ostomy care.

Stoma paste is an adhesive substance used to fill in uneven skin, make a seal between the skin and ostomy appliance, and for better adhesion. Stoma powder is an absorbent powder applied to the peristomal skin to absorb moisture, protect the skin, and for enhanced adhesion.