Medtronic MiniMed Instinct Underpatches | Skin Barrier Hypoallergenic Adhesive Under Patches

Medtronic MiniMed Instinct Skin Barrier Hypoallergenic Underpatches

Freedom Band Skin Barrier Underpatches are designed specifically for the Medtronic MiniMed Instinct. These soft, flexible adhesive under patches create an additional barrier between your skin and the MiniMed Instinct sensor adhesive for comfortable everyday CGM wear.

Unlike an overpatch that is placed on top of or around a CGM, a MiniMed Instinct underpatch is applied directly to clean skin before the sensor is installed. The sensor is then applied over the barrier patch according to the manufacturer's application instructions.

Our skin barrier patches are hypoallergenic, latex free, and zinc free, providing MiniMed Instinct users with another adhesive option for their CGM routine.

MiniMed Instinct Skin Barrier Underpatch

The Freedom Skin Barrier Underpatch is designed to sit between your skin and your Medtronic MiniMed Instinct sensor adhesive.

Its thin, flexible construction conforms naturally to the body while providing an additional adhesive barrier underneath the sensor.

This makes it a simple addition to your MiniMed Instinct protection system without adding a bulky layer underneath your CGM.

Choose Your Preferred Barrier Material

Different skin types may respond differently to adhesive materials. Freedom Band offers two non-latex skin barrier options so you can determine which material works best for you:

• Waterproof & Flexible Tan Skin-Texture Barrier

• Waterproof & Flexible Micro-Woven Barrier

If you're trying a new adhesive material, test it on your skin before using it underneath your sensor.

MiniMed Instinct Underpatch Features

• Designed for Medtronic MiniMed Instinct

• Hypoallergenic adhesive

• Latex free

• Zinc free

• Soft skin-feel material

• Thin & flexible construction

• Waterproof material

• Breathable design

• 360° flexible properties

• Designed for extended CGM wear

• Comfortable adhesive skin barrier

• Easy side-pull removal

• Made In The USA 🇺🇸

How to Apply Your MiniMed Instinct Underpatch

1. Prepare your MiniMed Instinct application area according to the manufacturer's instructions.

2. Make sure the surrounding skin is clean and completely dry.

3. Apply the Freedom Skin Barrier Underpatch directly to the skin.

4. Smooth the entire underpatch against your skin to establish good adhesive contact.

5. Apply your Medtronic MiniMed Instinct sensor over the underpatch according to the manufacturer's sensor application instructions.

6. Add a compatible MiniMed Instinct overpatch or Freedom protective system if additional protection is desired.

Always follow Medtronic's instructions for proper sensor placement and application.

Test the Adhesive Before Sensor Application

We recommend testing any new adhesive product on your skin before using it underneath your CGM.

Apply the Freedom Skin Barrier Patch to a small area without installing your MiniMed Instinct sensor. This allows you to evaluate the material and adhesive before incorporating it into your normal sensor application.

If irritation or an unwanted skin reaction occurs, discontinue use.

MiniMed Instinct Underpatch vs. Overpatch

A MiniMed Instinct underpatch and MiniMed Instinct overpatch serve two different purposes.

The Freedom Skin Barrier Underpatch is placed underneath the sensor and its original adhesive, creating an additional layer between your skin and the device adhesive.

A Freedom Band MiniMed Instinct Overpatch is applied over or around the sensor to provide additional adhesive coverage and help protect the CGM from everyday snags, bumps, sweat, and activity.

The two products can be used together as part of your MiniMed Instinct protection setup.

Compatible With Freedom MiniMed Instinct Protection

For additional CGM protection, pair your skin barrier underpatch with compatible Freedom Band CGM protection products designed for the Medtronic MiniMed Instinct, including:

• MiniMed Instinct Adhesive Overpatches

• MiniMed Instinct Freedom Guards

• MiniMed Instinct Freedom Flex Shields

• MiniMed Instinct Freedom Band Armband Systems

This allows you to customize your protection depending on your skin, activity level, and preferred method of wearing your CGM.

You can also explore additional CGM sensor covers, guards, patches and protective bands from Freedom Band for other compatible continuous glucose monitoring systems.

Application & Adhesion Tips

Apply your Freedom Skin Barrier Underpatch to clean, completely dry skin.

Avoid applying lotions, sunscreen, oils, or similar products to the application area immediately beforehand because they can interfere with adhesive performance.

After applying the barrier patch, press firmly and evenly across the entire surface to establish good skin contact before proceeding with your MiniMed Instinct sensor application.

Always follow the device manufacturer's instructions regarding sensor application, approved wear locations, wear duration, bathing, swimming, and water exposure.

Made by People Who Understand CGM Wear

Freedom Band products were created by a Veteran Type 1 diabetic with firsthand experience wearing diabetes devices.

Our goal is simple: develop practical protection options that help people protect their CGM sensors and adhesives while continuing to live active, everyday lives.

Diabetic Driven. Veteran Owned. Made In The USA. 🇺🇸