Prep like a pro: getting your sensor site ready

• Site prep: Sensor site should be flat, clean, and completely dry before you insert the sensor. There should be some fat under the skin at the sensor site. Avoid spots where your skin folds or creases—those can make it harder for the patch to stick.

• Clean and dry is key: Make sure the site is clean, dry, and free of lotions or oils before inserting your sensor. Moisture is the enemy of good adhesion!

• Avoid hair: Less hair = better stick. If needed, trim the area with electric clippers (not razors) to avoid irritation.

• Say goodbye to old adhesive: Remove any adhesive residue from previous sensors. Consider using a skin-safe adhesive remover like Uni-solve, Webcol, or Remove to start fresh.

• Rotate your sites: Don’t reuse the same spot back-to-back. Give your skin a break and switch it up each time.

• Moisturize between sessions: Healthy skin holds better! Moisturize between sensor wears—but skip it on insertion day to keep the site clean and dry.