3M Kind Removal Silicone Tape

Why choose 3M Silicone Tape?

• Offers reliable yet pliable fixation
• Remains in place until the patient decides otherwise
• Adhesive level remains constant throughout wear time
• Patient can wear it in the shower without loosing effectiveness
• Edge-protectors on long rolls maintain neat appearance over time
• Gentle blue color for easy identification by clinicians and patients
• Feathered tab for easy initial unwinding
• Silicone tape removes cleanly, without disrupting fragile skin layers or causing any undue pain
• Single-patient-use rolls prevent cross-contamination without creating excessive waste
• Patented paper blend backing for breathability and customizable, clean hand-tear
• Easy to apply and remove when changing ostomy pouches

3M Silicone Adhesive

• Softer and more conformable
• Works differently with skin and hair 
• Lower surface tension
• Allows the silicone to conform to the skin profile
• Consistent adhesion level means the 3M skin tape stays in place and removes gently 
• Repositionable and does not stick to gloves or to itself

When to use 3M Medical Tape?

• Ideal for patients with sensitive, compromised, or at-risk skin 
• When repeated taping is necessary 
• When skin integrity and minimizing pain are primary concerns

Dressing and Device Securement Condition Type:

• Adhesive trauma
• Lightweight tube and device securement
• Skin injuries, maceration, surgical wound
• Allergic and irritant contact dermatitis

IV Related Condition Type:

• CVC Dialysis
• CVC PICC
• PIV

Skin Care Condition Type:

• Radiation dermatitis
• Trauma from tapes and dressings
• Tracheostomy site trauma
• Peri-tube skin irritation

Wound Care Condition Type:

• Neuropathic ulcers
• Donor sites
• Superficial partial thickness burns
• Closed intact surgical wound
• Lacerations
• Venous leg ulcers
• Skin tears
• Open surgical wounds
• Abrasions

What to buy with Kind Removal Silicone Tape by 3M

• 3M Cavilon No-Rinse Skin Cleanser
• 3M Wound Cleanser
• Smith & Nephew Uni-Solve Adhesive Remover

How to use Kind Removal Adhesive Medical Tape?

Removal of medical tape does not require any special work-around techniques or extra steps. Standard medical tape application and removal technique are recommended to ensure the best results.

• Basic application: Apply the Kind Removal Tape to clean, dry skin without tension. Gently but firmly stroke the surface to maximize adhesion.
• Basic removal: Pull the silicone surgical tape low and slow back over itself from the skin. It should be pulled in the direction of hair-growth, supporting the skin as the tape is removed.

Tips for Getting Good Adhesion and Stable Fixation:

• Minimize moist conditions as much as possible because most adhesives stick best to clean, dry surfaces
  
  • Remove emollients or oil containing substances like lotions
  • If the skin is very oily, use a mild soap and water to remove the excess oil and pat dry. An alcohol wipe may also be used, but since it is very drying, it should be used with care.
  • If you are using a prep solution, let it dry completely before applying the tape
• Avoid touching the sticky surface of the tape
• Apply enough pressure to the tape so that the adhesive gets into the contour of skin
• Cover adequate surface area so that the skin tape can support the tubing or dressing
• Get full contact between tape and skin so that moisture cannot get between them and loosen the tape
• You can remove hair from the skin to achieve more adhesive contact