Adaptskin 50TM: Medium viscosity for more general applications and daily use. Adaptskin 50TM uses cyclomethicone to enhance the skin's barrier protection and leave a lighter, silky-smooth feel when applied.

Adaptskin 90TM: Thicker, more concentrated product for areas of localized skin damage/irritation or areas of high abrasion and stress. Adaptskin 90TM is a lipid-rich formulation providing extended topical coverage and protection.

Some amputees use both AdaptskinTM 50 and 90, however, in conversations with many we find that they generally prefer using one viscosity over the other. It comes down to personal preference and feel, and can vary based on the type of prosthesis they wear, area of the country they live, and their activity level.

We find with regular use, AdaptskinTM will last most amputees 6 to 8 months.

AdaptskinTM blends clinically proven moisturizers and skin healing agents in a unique, non-water based formula that melts on contact, penetrates skin cell layers, and forms a waterproof barrier increasing hydration. In addition, AdaptskinTM reduces friction, and reinforces the skin's own natural defenses providing superior long term protection addressing the demanding needs of persons faced with limb loss. AdaptskinTM is Safe for all skin types, hypoallergenic, and contains no preservatives.

The the theory of petrolatum breaking down rubber type materials is probably based on reports that petrolatum will break down latex or the adhesive used to coat neoprene rubber. With respect to silicones, one of its major characteristics is that, as a gasket/o-ring material, it is impervious to petroleum products. This characteristic is the foundation of all silicone materials and would also be consistent with silicone liners. Most silicone liner manufactures cast the silicone liner in a fabric sleeve and there is no adhesive between the fabric and silicone; therefore the theory that petrolatum based products degrades silicone liners is unfounded.

With respect to mineral oil based gel liners, our product is completely compatible since we use the same base products as the liners. This also has an added benefit in that AdaptskinTM keeps the liner from drying out extending liner life.

First and foremost, AdaptskinTM has been used daily by amputees for the last five years and was widely tested prior to being introduced to the market. There has never been any reported, rumored, or suspected case of AdaptskinTM causing patient harm or irritation of any kind.

All ingredients used in making AdaptskinTM have been extensively clinically tested or recognized as FDA safe for cosmetic use. In addition, individual testing of the active ingredients has demonstrated their safety and effectiveness.