The science of skin protection.
Marathon Liquid Skin Protectant is a non-cytotoxic cyanoacrylate-based monomer that forms a remarkably strong protective layer over skin.1 It is designed to act as a barrier against moisture (e.g. body fluids, humidity) and friction, yet it allows the skin to breathe.
Defends and Protects from Moisture, Friction and Adhesives
Marathon Liquid Skin Protectant consists of individual molecules (cyanoacrylate-based monomers). When they come in contact with the moisture on the skin, they bind to each other and molecules on the skin resulting in a durable barrier that is directly bonded to the skin.
Marathon reacts with the moisture and skin surface to create a strong film that is thicker and more durable than most liquid skin protectants. Marathon is long lasting and stays on the skin until the dead cells shed off naturally.
When Should Marathon Be Used?
Marathon can be used on intact or damaged skin to guard against moisture, friction and adhesives.
- skin tears
- perineal/perianal areas with incontinence-associated dermatitis
- periwounds
- ostomy sites
- fistulas
- incontinence-associated dermatitis
It can also be used under medical devices for added protection.
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REFERENCES: 1. Bond P. Scanning Electron Microscope Examination and Assessment of SUPERSKIN (Liquishield® S). 2001. University of Plymouth, UK. Data held on file at MedLogic Global Limited. 2. Coover HW and McIntire JM. Cyanoacrylate Adhesives. In: Skeist, I, ed. Handbook of Adhesives. 2nd ed. New York: Van Nostrand R inhold Co.;1977:569-580. 3. Chakravarthy D, Roman M, Kushner M, Schlesinger R. Molecular Adhesion and Transepidermal Water Loss of Liquid Skin Protectants. Presented at the Clinical Symposium on Advances in Skin & Wound Care; Las Vegas, NV; September 2014.