Nipple pads in glossy magazines they are usually vaguely labeled as "body jewelry", "decorative stickers", "intimate accessories". This product is, perhaps, really exotic and looks, rather, an overkill at one time (although Cher and Miley Cyrus manage to use them regularly). We admit that not all of them can be called useful in the economy, but who cares about this on the eve of February 14? Valentine's Day is a holiday akin to Halloween: everyone has long perceived it only as an excuse to afford something that usually does not raise a hand. For example, one of these impressive couples.
Text: Natalia Kurazhitsa
Agent provocateur
Where else to look for nipple covers if not at Agent Provocateur? This pair is adorned with shimmery sequins and tassels. The collection has the same models with green sequins and the mark "Christmas". Add the red cap of Santa Claus - and celebrate the New Year at least every day. The kit includes hypoallergenic tape.
3270 RUB
La Senza
When thinking about nipple piercing, most of us feel uncomfortable: not every girl is able to decide on this bold and controversial step. The Canadian brand La Senza has taken care of those who both want and inject. The clips attach to the nipples without puncture, and the killer design with rhinestones and hearts reminds of school years. It seems that in eighth grade you had the same earring in your belly button.
$12
Intimissimi
In the stores of the Italian brand Intimissimi, you can always find something playful, but not vulgar. In the winter collection of the brand there are lace pads on the chest in the shape of hearts with black tassels. Hurry up until all sorts of men sell them as a gift to their sweethearts on February 14, because this is what flirty sales consultants probably advise them.
1099 RUB
ASOS
Online giant ASOS offers the most popular nipple cover variations in black, red, lace, sequin and heart shape. We especially liked the gold ones with pearls on the tassels. Just imagine Grace Kelly nude with her favorite string of pearls in these stickers.
3837 RUB
Bluebella
Young British brand Bluebella makes playful lingerie and insists it can be worn every day. These elegant overlays with fluff and sequins are rather an exception: you should definitely not wear them either to the office, or to the theater, or to visit your grandmother. But no one bothers to walk in such houses (alone or in front of a loved one) and feel like a queen.
£ 8
Chantal thomass
Any Chantal Thomass kit can be recognized from thousands. The lingerie of the French brand has the same vivid character as its founder, Madame Thomas. So instead of the usual pads, she offers a whole nipple bandage. It would be nice if instead of decorative flowers there would be slits. Hello, Zorro's mask in the world of lingerie. In Russia, such a set can be found in Estelle Adoni stores.
Incanto
The trend to decorate everything with fluff came from underwear and the 50s. Incanto Italians do not waste time on trifles and offer nipple covers with fuchsia and black fluff. These could easily be worn by a modern Marilyn Monroe, along with matching fluffy mules and a transparent robe.
During a session in the solarium, special stickers are always used - stikini, designed to protect especially sensitive areas from ultraviolet radiation: halos, eyelids, moles and birthmarks.
They can be purchased independently, and they are also sold in the salons themselves, and the benefits of such a product for human health are very significant.
Stikini: what is it, benefit or harm ^
In simple terms, solarium and beach stikis are stickers made of silicone paper or synthetic film and designed to prevent the harmful effects of UV light on the skin. As you know, ultraviolet light accelerates the synthesis of vitamin D, but its negative effect cannot be ignored:
- The risk of cancer increases;
- You can get burns;
- If you do not use eyelid pestis, you are more likely to burn the retina or cornea, cataracts, which leads to blindness.
It is for the above reasons that it is recommended to apply stickers on the chest and eyelids. they are able to protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation and prevent its harmful effects. However, even with this, you should not abuse the trips to the solarium or stay too long on the beach in the sun, because this could be the reason:
- Photoaging,
- Headaches
- Increased body temperature
- Decreased appetite.
What they look like and what are they made of
Tanning chest stickers are available in oval or round shapes with a diameter of 52 mm. When rolled into a cap, they form a tapered shape, and there are small slots in the middle.
- Stickinis for moles and birthmarks are made with the smallest diameter and without cutouts, and for the eyelids they are selected individually for the eye contour and are mainly oval in shape.
- The base of the protective stickers is made of silicone paper or synthetic film, and at the top there is a special metallized coating that protects against the harmful effects of UV rays.
To prevent the stickers on the nipples or eyelids from falling off, they have a hypoallergenic adhesive layer for convenience, thanks to which you can take any position during a session in a solarium or sunbathing on the beach.
How and for which zones to use, how to fix ^
What zones are they needed for
Now there are many shapes and colors of stickers, but colorless pastes can also be purchased, and they are intended for the following areas:
- Moles, birthmarks, pineal formations: with excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation, it is because of them that the risk of oncological neoplasms increases due to changes in skin cells;
- Nipples and halos in women and men: there are many nerve endings in this area, and if they are not protected while taking ultraviolet baths, the likelihood of developing cancerous tumors and fibrocystic breast disease increases;
- Eyelids and eyes: Previously, glasses were used in tanning salons, but after them white circles could remain around the eyes. Now this problem has been solved with the help of pastes that protect against burns.
Stickinis and pestis: what are the differences
It should be understood that stikis are multi-layer stickers designed specifically for UV protection and intended for use in tanning salons or on beaches.
Pestises, on the other hand, play a more decorative role and do not have a metallized coating, but they are also very often used for going to beaches. They are not able to completely prevent the penetration of UV rays onto the skin, in contrast to the Stykini.
What can be replaced
If it is not possible to buy pads, you can make them yourself, but this will take a lot of time. There are alternative options, but they are not entirely suitable for several reasons:
- Swimsuit: the fabric is not capable of providing full protection, so some of the ultraviolet radiation will still penetrate;
- Sunscreen: ineffective because the delicate sensitive skin of the eyelids and nipples needs the highest protection, which in this case he cannot provide;
- Covering your chest with your hands: during a session in a solarium or sunbathing on the beach, you will have to constantly monitor yourself.
How to use stikini for eyes and chest
Despite the differences, the principle of using such stickers is approximately the same. How to glue them:
- If there are hairs on the site, it is best to remove them in advance, because all stikinis have an adhesive base and painful sensations may appear when removed;
- Before applying, the skin should be treated with a fat cream;
- If necessary, the stikini are cut along the dotted line, after which a cone is formed if it is planned to be used for the nipples;
- Pestis is glued strictly along the contour of the eyelids or halos, otherwise the tan may not look very aesthetically pleasing.
Conclusions and feedback ^
The use of special protective stickers has many advantages:
- Firstly, the likelihood of developing various diseases caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation is significantly reduced,
- Secondly, there is no need to cover yourself with your hands in a solarium or on the beach, or to try to hide the straps of a swimsuit so that there are no white marks left after them.
Stikis and pestises can now be purchased online or in a specialty store for a very reasonable price, and some of them are reusable.
For the first time silicone chest stickers began to be used by foreign celebrities. This newfangled and original accessory may well replace underwear.
Silicone stickers or pastes can also be used on the beach to protect the nipples from UV light.
Pestis can have a different design - from the most simple stickers to unusual-looking figures that shine and shimmer in the sun. They are used not only as protection, but also as decoration.
What is the difference?
Another type of chest stickers - stikinis.
Outwardly, they are very similar to pestis, but unlike them, they do not allow water and ultraviolet rays to pass through. Their main purpose is to protect against the harmful effects of sunlight.
Remember that there are breast stickers and there are nipple covers. The first ones mask the nipples, and the second ones emphasize them.
Victoria Beckham, Lady Gaga, Rihanna and other celebrities use chest stickers as underwear.
Nipple covers, pestis and stikini are absolutely safe for women's health. But, if you have a violation of the integrity of the skin, strong pigmentation or increased sensitivity, then it is still better to refuse stickers on the chest.
How to attach the stickers to the chest?
It's very simple - they just stick to the surface of the skin.
There are 2 ways of attaching pestises - using special glue and using special adhesive tape
1. The first method is longer, but absolutely painless. It is enough just to apply glue to the skin, attach the sticker and wait 7 minutes. To remove the pestis, moisten the skin with plain water. If you have very little time, use the second method.
2. Take duct tape, cut a small piece, stick it to your chest and attach a paste. It takes only 5 seconds to stick the sticker. True, the peeling process will be painful.
How to care for breast stickers?
The small breast stickers are reusable, but they need to be cared for properly.
*** Apply Pestis only to dry and clean breasts. Do not apply sunscreen, powder, lotion, or other cosmetic products to your skin before applying the stickers. Otherwise, you will just ruin the adhesive surface and next time you simply cannot glue them.
Most women have difficulty breastfeeding in the first time after giving birth. This is due not only to a lack of experience, but also to the anatomical features of the mammary glands. As a result, young mothers often experience pain during feeding. To facilitate this process, modern manufacturers have created silicone nipple covers.
What are chest pads?
This is a silicone or latex device designed to facilitate breastfeeding for mothers with a special nipple shape. They have a special shape with a convex part for the nipple and small holes.
Silicone breast pads are designed for mothers who feel uncomfortable during natural feeding of the baby or when the baby cannot pick up the nipple for physiological reasons.
The nipple covers were created in the middle of the 17th century. At that time, these devices were made of silver and were intended to protect the mammary glands from the first teeth of the baby. Also, pads were often used to stretch flat nipples.
Later, lead, wax, wood, rubber, tin, and even glass breast plates were made. A photo of these devices is presented below.
The first rubber pads appeared at the beginning of the 19th century. They were a thick rubber plate with a tapered nipple. Over time, the linings have improved and become thinner and more flexible.
Types of overlays
Today manufacturers produce several types of nipple covers:
- Rubber... They are considered the worst and are extremely rare. The rubber pads are designed like a normal nipple and are attached to a glass or plastic bottle. That is, during sucking, the baby is located at a distance of 2 to 5 cm from the nipple. This situation differs significantly from the natural one. When feeding with a rubber pad, there is no contraction of the milk sinuses under the areola and no stimulation of the nipple. As a result, the concentration of prolactin in the maternal blood gradually decreases. In addition, when using rubber pads, milk may leak and accumulate at the base of the appliance. Because of this, the baby receives an incomplete portion of food.
- Latex and silicone breast pads... They are flexible thin plates with a denser shape on the nipple. Silicone is a very thin and elastic material, which results in a great stimulation of the areola during sucking. As a result, the woman remains lactating. Latex patches have the same properties. But since latex can cause allergic reactions, silicone pads are more popular.
Pad sizes
Taking into account the physiological characteristics of the breasts of different women, manufacturers produce pads of different sizes. So, pads of all brands have a standard diameter (6.98 cm) and nipple height (2.22 cm). Medela has very small nipple protectors, which are only 1.9 cm high.
The width of the pads is different for each manufacturer. For example, the Avent brand makes nipple molds 1.58 cm wide at the top and 2.54 cm wide at the base. Medela products have the same dimensions. Ameda overlays have a slightly smaller width. The teat is 1.27 cm wide at the top and 2.22 cm wide at the base.
In addition to the size, breastfeeding pads can have a different number of holes. Most manufacturers make three or four small holes.
How to choose overlays
Before purchasing this important accessory, the first step is to determine the size of the chest pad. Ideal if there is an opportunity to try on products from different manufacturers. In this case, the selection of overlays should be carried out only on tense nipples.
When trying on, you should pay attention to how the patch on the chest sits. It should fit easily and follow the shape of the nipple. In this case, there should be some distance between it and the pad.
A properly fitted pad should touch the holes to the nipple. If the attachment is not completely filled with the nipple during feeding, it is large. And the feeling of tightness indicates that the pad is too small.
Indications for use
Chest pads should only be used in the following situations:
- The child abandons the mother's breast. Infants often choose to drink milk from a bottle. If the mother constantly expresses milk, there is a high risk that the baby will never suckle again. The shape and stiffness of the pads resembles a bottle nipple, so the baby can easily switch to breastfeeding.
- Cracks have formed on the nipples, which cause unbearable pain during feeding.
- Lactation fades away. If the newborn refuses to breastfeed, the pads attached to the bottle are great for stimulating milk production.
- Difficult childbirth, after which the child may experience a slowdown in nervous development.
- Premature babies in the first weeks after birth. These babies usually do not have enough strength to suckle on their own. Because of this, they lose weight, and the mother does not empty the mammary glands. To maintain lactation, pads can be used.
- Anomalies of the oral cavity in a child.
- Mother's nipple is too large, inverted, or flat.
How to use chest pads
Before the first use, the device must be sterilized. Then the cover must be turned out, applied to the nipple and wrapped in the opposite direction. If done correctly, the plate will fit snugly against the chest and repeat its shape.
For the pad to adhere well to the skin, it is better not to dry it out. Wet rubber sits tighter.
When putting on the lining, make sure that its cutout is always on top. This way the baby can breathe normally.
You can put some milk on it to encourage your baby to take on the breast pad. The child should suck with his mouth wide open, clasping the entire halo.
After each use, breastfeeding pads should be thoroughly washed and rinsed with hot boiled water.
Cons of using rubbers
Every young mother should remember that breast pads can only be used in an emergency on the recommendation of a doctor. You should not abuse this device. If a woman constantly uses the pad, she will soon notice that the baby is not gaining enough weight, and the breast is filled with less and less milk.
The fact is that when sucking through the pad, the baby works hard with his gums. Breast stimulation occurs to a lesser extent. Thus, the baby is forced to make a lot of effort to drink milk, and this gets tired faster. As a result, the baby eats less than he needs. From fatigue, he falls asleep, but his chest is still full. The body perceives this as a signal to reduce milk production, and lactation begins to deteriorate.
In addition, the mother will have to suffer a little while the baby learns to suck on the nipples without silicone devices. During the use of the pads, the baby learns to strongly squeeze the chest with the gums. Therefore, at first he will also suck without linings.
Also, silicone breast pads are addictive. Therefore, every attempt to give bare breasts can end in the baby's refusal to eat. For this reason, many mothers still fail to accustom the crumbs to natural feeding.
Who will like these overlays:
Lovers of revealing outfits;
those women who do not like to wear in the form of a bra;
owners of sensitive breasts who feel discomfort when the nipples rub against the tissue;
sports lovers in training.
And, perhaps, most of all, women, who often wear tight-fitting clothes, have already managed to fall in love with silicone pads so that nipples do not protrude through the fabric. Do not be surprised: this phenomenon is encountered very, very often - especially in cool rooms. What tricks the fair sex does not go to look decent - they put on additional T-shirts under the blouses, tie scarves or shawls around the neck so that the ends cover the piquant places. Some people, even in the summer heat, are forced to wear a tight bra with a thick layer of foam rubber (even if they have rather big breasts) in order not to get into an embarrassing situation. Silicone pads allow you to wear thin bras by sticking the pad on. Some pad models even allow you not to use underwear at all.
What are these silicone "things"?
The classic "appearance" of linings for everyday wear is more than modest. As a rule, these are flesh-colored silicone products of a spherical shape or round with a diameter of 6-6.5 cm. As for more extravagant models, the colors and shapes of the linings are limited only by the imagination of the creators. For example, you can find silicone and red, and black, and purple, and green shades, and metallic in the form of a star, triangle, flowers, hearts ... The undoubted advantage is the ease of use of such linings. It is enough to stick them on the chest without using any additional means. The result will more than please you: the natural shape of the breast (if you are small), the nipples are reliably protected from prying eyes, the absence of any seams under the tight and transparent clothing.
What are the benefits of nipple covers:
* hypoallergenic;
* do not have a smell;
* "Breathing", i.e. let air through;
* reusable: products made of quality material can withstand use up to 100 times;
* tightly fixed on the chest, which excludes their slipping;
* safe and reliable.
The subtleties of handling overlays
So that silicone pads do not become a thing for you at once, but serve faithfully for numerous appearances, you need to know some simple rules for their use.
1. Pre-cleanse the skin of the breast with a damp cloth: pads love cleanliness and do not tolerate dust, sweat, and body care lotions. If you neglect this procedure, the silicone will instantly clog up and no longer fix on the skin.
2. Remove the protective film from the inner surface of the pad and precisely fit the product onto the nipple in such a way as to hide it.
3. Lightly press the pad to the breast, so that its edges are neatly laid around the nipple.
4. When removing the linings, we try to be as careful as possible so as not to damage them.
As for the care of this simple feminine attribute, it is extremely simple. After removing the cover, it is enough to wipe it with warm water, dry it with a towel and wrap in a film, preferably food grade, until the next use.
Rinse the sticky side of the pads more thoroughly with soap about once a month to maintain their fixing properties.
Are there any contraindications?
It would be unfair to tell only about the wonderful properties of this wonderful thing without mentioning the limitation of their use. So, wearing pads should be excluded in case of damage and inflammation of the breast skin; conditions causing violation; individual intolerance to silicone. In addition, do not forget that the maximum wearing time for such products is up to 8 hours a day.
Now your women's arsenal will be replenished with one more irreplaceable assistant. There is little to do: go in search of a tight or open outfit that you have been around for so long. In it, you will look confident, which means - stunning. Still: all the unpleasant surprises that may arise when wearing delicate materials are prevented.
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