Niveus Gentle Silicone Tape is hypoallergenic and designed to deliver gentle adhesive. Tape Application Instructions 1) Prepare skin – Clean and dry the skin to remove oil and/or residue from moisturizer or lotion. 2) Apply tape to skin. 3) Apply firm pressure for 3 seconds to activate the adhesive and gain full contact with the skin. Application Tips Minimize touching adhesive surface to retain adhesive levels. Avoid gaps and wrinkles that can allow moisture to get between the tape and the skin, tubing, and dressing.