Esenta Sting Free Skin Barrier Wipes 30 Sheets Adhesive Remover and Skin Protection

Product Overview

The ConvaTec Esenta Sting-Free Skin Barrier Wipe is a medical-grade skin protectant designed for use in ostomy care, wound management, and continence care applications. Each individually packaged wipe delivers a silicone-based barrier formulation that dries rapidly to form a transparent, breathable film on the skin surface. This film protects against chemical irritation from stomal output, enzymatic degradation from wound exudate, and mechanical trauma from repeated adhesive application and removal cycles.

Unlike traditional alcohol-based skin preps, the Esenta formulation is completely alcohol-free, eliminating the stinging sensation that can cause significant discomfort for patients with denuded, excoriated, or inflamed skin. The silicone-based technology (dimethicone copolyol) is CHG-compatible and does not interfere with adhesive bonding, making it suitable as a preparatory step before applying ostomy baseplates, hydrocolloid dressings, film dressings, or medical tapes. The wipe format provides consistent dosing and convenient single-use application in both clinical and home care settings.

Specifications

Clinical Indications

• Peristomal skin preparation prior to ostomy baseplate application in colostomy, ileostomy, and urostomy patients
• Skin barrier protection for patients with moisture-associated skin damage (MASD) around stoma sites, wound margins, or continence-related skin breakdown
• Pre-application skin prep before hydrocolloid, foam, or film wound dressings to reduce adhesive-related skin stripping (MARSI)
• Protection of intact or compromised skin under medical adhesive tapes, securing devices, and negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) drapes
• Skin conditioning in patients undergoing frequent dressing or appliance changes where cumulative adhesive trauma is a clinical concern

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Esenta differ from alcohol-based skin barrier wipes?

Esenta uses a silicone-based (dimethicone) formulation rather than alcohol or cyanoacrylate. This eliminates the stinging sensation that alcohol-based preps cause on denuded or excoriated skin, making it suitable for patients with existing peristomal skin damage. The silicone barrier also provides a breathable film that does not occlude the skin surface, reducing the risk of maceration compared to some alcohol-based alternatives.

Does the Esenta barrier affect ostomy baseplate adhesion?

No. The silicone-based film is specifically formulated to be compatible with medical adhesives. Clinical studies demonstrate that Esenta does not reduce adhesive bond strength when used as a skin prep prior to baseplate application. Allow the wipe application to dry completely (approximately 30-60 seconds) before applying the ostomy appliance for optimal adhesion.

How often should the skin barrier be reapplied?

Esenta provides protection for up to 72 hours per application. Reapply at each ostomy appliance change or wound dressing change. For patients with high-output stomas or those experiencing frequent leakage events, reapplication at shorter intervals may be clinically appropriate based on peristomal skin assessment using the SACS (Studio Alterazioni Cutanee Stomali) or DET scoring instruments.

Can Esenta be used on broken or irritated skin?

Yes. The alcohol-free, sting-free formulation is designed for use on intact, compromised, and irritated skin surfaces. This includes denuded peristomal skin, skin with superficial erosions, and areas of moisture-associated dermatitis. The barrier film helps protect damaged skin from further chemical and mechanical irritation while healing progresses.

Is this product available for healthcare facilities in Singapore?

Yes. EMIS+ (Essential Medical International Supplies Pte Ltd) supplies ConvaTec Esenta Sting-Free Skin Barrier Wipes to hospitals, clinics, home care agencies, and individual patients across Singapore. Institutional procurement pricing is available upon request. Contact EMIS+ for bulk ordering and scheduled delivery arrangements.