3M™ Cavilon™ Barrier Cream, Cavilon Cream 28g, long-term skin protection cream

The 3M™ Cavilon™ Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream is a barrier cream for long-lasting protection against irritants, for example from the adhesive of insulin pump catheters, infusion sets, or CGM sensors such as Abbott Freestyle Libre, Dexcom, or Enlite/Guardian. It contains conditioning ingredients that simultaneously keep the skin soft, smooth, and supple. The Cavilon cream (often called Cavilon barrier cream) forms a barrier film between the skin and the adhesive.

Features and details

• 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream is particularly economical to use. Therefore, only a small amount is needed to protect the skin.
• Reliably effective against moisture and irritants thanks to an acrylate terpolymer barrier
• Waterproof and breathable
• Effective for up to 24 hours
• Moisturizing
• Maintains the adhesive strength of plasters and dressings
• Particularly economical to use: only a small amount is needed
• Contents: 28 g
• Reimbursement: An invoice with a private prescription can be submitted to private health insurance; statutory health insurance funds cannot be billed

Everyday use

Apply the cream to clean, dry skin and massage it in gently. Reapply once a day or after washing three times.

Frequently asked questions

How do I use the 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream correctly?

Apply the 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream to clean, dry skin and massage it in gently until absorbed; only a small amount is needed. Reapply once a day or after washing three times.

What do I use the 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream for?

Solventum describes the 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream as protecting vulnerable skin in cases of incontinence and as a moisturizer for very dry skin. According to the manufacturer, adhesive tape and dressings can be secured on top of it without compromising their adhesive strength.

What is the difference between a skin protection cream and a moisturizing cream?

The 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream combines both: it forms a waterproof, breathable acrylate terpolymer barrier on the skin and also provides moisture.

Can I use the 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream under a plaster?

According to Solventum, the 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream allows adhesive tape and dressings to be secured without compromising their adhesive strength. To do this, apply only a small amount in a thin layer and let it absorb completely.

Which skin protection cream is the best?

There is no single best skin protection cream; it depends on what your skin needs: a thin protective film that allows adhesive to stick to the skin, or a rich moisturizer for dry skin in areas without a sensor. The 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream is an economical barrier cream that works for up to 24 hours and maintains the adhesive strength of plasters, with 28 g of product.

Can I get the 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream on prescription?

Unfortunately, Zuckerschmuck cannot process prescriptions from statutory health insurance funds. If you have private health insurance, submit our invoice for the 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream together with the private prescription to your health insurance provider.

What does the 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream contain?

The 3M Cavilon Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream forms its barrier from acrylate terpolymer and also contains conditioning ingredients that provide moisture. One pack contains 28 g.

Goes well with

You can find more products in our skin protection category and among the CGM sensor accessories. Read more about dealing with irritated skin in the guide Help with skin irritation caused by sensors and insulin pump catheters.

From the same range: 3M™ Cavilon™ Long-Lasting Skin Protection Cream 92 g and 3M™ Cavilon™ Sting-Free Skin Protection 28 ml spray bottle. Often bought together: B.Braun alcohol swabs for skin cleansing Softa® Swabs, pack of 100 pieces.