The adhesive pad doesn't stick well to my skin.

If the adhesive pad doesn't stick well, here are a few things to try:

1. Warm up the adhesive pad:
   Option 1: After applying the adhesive pad to your back, use a blow dryer to gently warm the pad.
   Option 2: Before applying the adhesive pad, peel off the backing and hold the pad near a warm stove top. Once your hand feels warm, the pad will also be warm. Then apply the pad to your back.
2. Make sure the area is clean and dry when you apply the pad. When applying the pad, press and rub it firmly to create a good bond.
3. Bend over when applying the pad so the skin of the lower back is stretched out. This makes the pad less prone to coming unstuck when the lower back flexes during the sexual activity.
4. Consider shaving the area where the pad is attached (or have your partner help you).
5. Attach the pad before you use any lubricant. If there's lubricant on your skin where the pad is being attached, the pad won't stick.
6. Place the pad as low as possible on your back, since putting it higher increases the tension on the band.
7. Attach the tab lock near the bottom of the pad instead of in the middle or at the top, since attaching it higher on the pad may tend to pull the pad off the skin.
8. Wait a minute after applying the pad before attaching the tab lock, to give the adhesive time to bond to your skin.

In spite of all the above, some customers have reported that they sweat heavily and the pad just won't stick. If you fall into this category, don't despair. There's a solution that works well.

Solution if you sweat heavily or have oily skin so nothing seems to stick

In the event the Xialla adhesive pad doesn’t stick well, athletic sports tape can be used to secure the pad in place. The tape is specially designed to stick under the most challenging conditions.

Here are links to buy the athletic sports tape on Amazon:

• click here for Amazon Canada
• click here for Amazon USA

You can also buy athletic sports tape at most pharmacies.

Here's a photo of how to use the tape to secure the pad at the top, leaving the bottom of the pad available to secure the Xialla tab-lock.

If your problem is the opposite one — the pad sticks fine but leaves your skin itchy or irritated after removal — see Customer Tip: How to Reduce or Eliminate Irritation from Xialla Adhesive Patches.

Learn about what to do about itching after removal and extra pads at Adhesive Pads.