Adhesive plaster for calluses is an effective remedy that prevents chafing of the problem area, disinfects the wound. It is easy to use, does not interfere with further human activity. In pharmacies, a wide range of this category of goods is provided, you should carefully choose the appropriate patch.
- Prevents further action on the corn.
- Protects against subsequent chafing.
- Prevents external infection from entering the wound.
- Depending on the composition, it has a healing effect on the affected skin, upper tissue layers, and promotes the exfoliation of dead cells.
- Has a disinfecting, analgesic effect.
- Promotes wound healing.
Main varieties
The plasters differ not only in the medicinal composition, but also in the form. There are the following types:
- Liquid.
The liquid substance, getting on the wound, forms a protective film. The resulting coating is elastic, the skin breathes under the film. It is produced in the form of an aerosol or gel that is applied with a brush. Skin glue is also widely used. It has a protective, healing effect.
- Silicone.
Transparent, adhesive, based on silicone gel. It has an insignificant thickness and is invisible when worn. Silicone plaster from corns is glued to various areas, does not irritate the skin.
- Salicylic.
The composition includes salicylic impregnation. Medicinal enzymes penetrate deeply into the skin, which leads to softening and healing. It has antibacterial and antiseptic properties.
The listed types apply to a specific type of corns. Before choosing an adhesive plaster, read the instructions for use and determine if it is right for you.
Terms of use
Effective treatment begins with the correct determination of the type of callus. You need to choose the appropriate patch, strictly follow the rules of use. Removing the corn is quick and easy.
With wet calluses
Before use, clean and disinfect the wound, in order to avoid infection and complication of the situation. Apply an adhesive plaster to dry skin. Remove the protective film, press with the sticky side. Glue the edges carefully. When removing, peel off the edge of the patch and pull along the body without abrupt breaks.
With dry
A callus patch for dry calluses and corns should be applied to previously steamed legs. Place your feet in a warm water bath for 5-10 minutes. Gently remove hard build-up from the wound, disinfect. Apply the adhesive tape to the skin, smoothing around the edges. Can be worn for several days. Repeat the procedure until the build-up disappears.
With ingrown
Ingrown formations appear on the legs (foot, heel, toe) from wearing tight, uncomfortable shoes. There are patches for the toes and separate patches for application between the toes. Apply to clean, dry skin. Can be worn for up to two days. After removing the leg, hold it in warm water, remove the hardened growth. Repeat the procedure for no more than 2 weeks.
With rod calluses
The formation consists of keratinized particles with a rod, the root of which gradually grows into the skin and tissues of a person. Pinky toe exposed through wearing tight shoes. On a previously steamed problem area, stick a plaster intended for calluses with a core. Wear up to 48 hours. After removing the adhesive plaster, the corn acquires a whitish color, softens and is removed mechanically. Repeat the procedure 3-4 times.
The condition for applying an adhesive plaster is that it must be warm. Before sticking, warm it up in your hands so that it becomes soft, elastic. liquid adhesive plasters are applied with a special brush or sprayed as a spray.
Review of popular patches
The pharmacy has a wide selection of plasters from various manufacturers. The following brands are popular, in demand and have positive patient reviews.
- Compid
The Compeed brand plasters are produced in different shapes and from different types of corns. The main difference is in hydrocolloid technology. The base, a pad of adhesive plaster, consists of a hydrocolloid composition that does not allow moisture from the outside, but absorbs internal secretions from the wound. A comfortable environment for treatment is created, dryness is eliminated. There is a softening of the skin, the separation of dead cells, seals. It prevents the penetration of microbes from the outside. The salicylic layer helps to heal and break down seals. Holds tightly, does not interfere with walking. The color of the patch changes during wear. This means that he started to act. Removable easily.
Compeed has developed special forms of patches for specific areas of the foot, toes and heels. This makes them easy to use, they do not come off when worn.
- Salipod
Adhesive plaster is used for calluses, corns, in the treatment of thorns, warts. Produced by a domestic company. The impregnation is based on salicylic acid and sulfur. Salipod contains substances for disinfecting wounds, reducing inflammation, relieving pain. Excipients help the main components, in the shortest possible time, dead tissue is exfoliated and new smooth skin is formed. If after the first procedure the skin softens and becomes mobile, then the wound is left without an adhesive plaster. It dries up and heals. At a low price, Salipod has a healing effect.
- Multiplast
Popular domestic plaster from dry corns Multiplast. It has been produced since 2011 in sizes 2x10 and 6x10 cm. The set with a small size comes with a fixing adhesive plaster for fixing on the skin. The composition of Multiplast includes salicylic acid, precipitated sulfur, demixide. The penetration of active substances into the skin enhances the healing effect.
Multiplast removes keratinized particles, softens compaction. It has a disinfectant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic therapeutic effect. Promotes healing.
- Master uni
The anti-ash plaster Master Yuni of a foreign manufacturer has a tissue base to match the color of the skin. A protective disc on an adhesive plaster prevents medication from getting on healthy skin. Its impregnation consists of salicylic acid. It is used to treat dry calluses. Steam the feet and dry them. Wear for 24 hours. Repeat the procedure until complete recovery. The features include low cost, the presence of a protective disk.
- Cosmos
Cosmos plasters are produced by a foreign manufacturer in two types - for the treatment of dry and wet (wet) corns. They are made of transparent plastic material. They adhere well to the body. Relieve pain, accelerate the healing process, hypoallergenic. Salicylic acid is the main active ingredient. The principle of application does not differ from similar adhesive plasters. It is applied to clean skin with a hydrocolloid base on the wound. It is worn for up to two days. The advantages include instant pain relief, quick wound healing.
- Chinese
Chinese adhesive plasters are in demand. They are used to treat dry and core calluses. The basis is salicylic acid, phenol. Phenol relieves pain and blocks irritation and itching. Equipped with a protective ring-shaped foam pad. Do not remove the foam mesh. Wear for 24 hours, then stick a new one. Duration of wearing does not exceed 7 days.
Heal quickly. Simple, easy to use. They are very popular.
Any patch contains medicinal components that have a number of contraindications for use. Before use, you must read the instructions. For women during pregnancy and for children, use after consultation with the attending physician.
How can you replace a corn patch?
In addition to the patch, there are various creams and ointments. For dry calluses, keratolytic ointments are used. Popular include salicylic ointment and Dr. Corn cream. Creams, ointments have a similar healing effect. Apply to steamed, dry feet strictly on the corn itself.
Home remedies tend to focus on softening calluses. Traditional methods are an addition to mainstream medical treatment.
To avoid trouble from corns and subsequent treatment, follow the prevention. Wear good sized shoes, preferably leather shoes. Keep your feet dry. Don't forget about foot hygiene.