This topic is about finding solutions for chronic ostomy bag leaks. The person experiencing these issues is looking for reliable seals and product tips to prevent almost daily leaks and occasional major blow-outs. They have tried various methods and products but are still struggling to find a lasting solution. Here are some helpful insights and advice shared by others:

1. Skin Preparation & Cleansing
- Temporarily skip using liquid skin-prep as it might interfere with adhesion.
- After using adhesive remover, rinse thoroughly and ensure the skin is completely free of soap, oil, and moisture.
- Avoid soaps with moisturizers or oils. Consider using unscented sensitive-skin Dove, hospital-grade surgical soap, or Dawn for the final wipe.
- Dry the area thoroughly by patting it dry and then using a hair-dryer on low/warm before applying the appliance.

2. Product Selection & Fit
- Try different manufacturers and request free samples to find the right wafer depth and shape. Deep convexity and flexible flanges can help with uneven abdomens.
- Some systems that have been successful include:
- Hollister convex pouching system with a belt.
- Coloplast convex bag with Eakin Cohesive Seal and a belt.
- Convatec two-piece wafer with Eakin Cohesive Seal and a belt.
- Make sure the wafer opening matches the current stoma size, as stomas can change. Re-measure and adjust the template as needed.

3. Belts & External Support
- Consider wearing an ostomy belt (Hollister, Coloplast, or Convatec) for the first 24 hours or full-time. It provides constant pressure, improves adhesion, and can extend wear time to 4–12 days.

4. Barrier Rings, Paste & “Gasket” Techniques
- Form a "turtleneck" of paste around the stoma and gently push it up after applying the flange.
- For high-liquid ileostomy output that dissolves paste, switch to thicker Eakin rings or Salts Stoma Paste applied to the wafer instead of the skin.
- Some users layer: Eakin ring on the skin, paste around the wafer cut-edge, and convex wafer over the top.

5. Reinforcement Tapes
- Consider using products like Coloplast Brava Elastic Tape, quarter-moon Flange Extenders, Tegaderm, or 3M Micropore Medical Paper Tape.
- Apply around the flange perimeter and use body heat or a warmed heat-pack for about 10 minutes to improve adhesion.

6. Heat for Better Adhesion
- Warm the adhesive side of the wafer with a blow-dryer for about 10 seconds before application, then press firmly or use a heat-pack afterward.

7. Diet & Emptying Habits
- A low-fiber diet and more frequent emptying can reduce pressure behind the seal and minimize leaks.
- Thicker output often results in fewer leaks, so monitor foods that thin the output.

8. Storage of Supplies
- Do not store wafers or rings in the bathroom, as steam can degrade the adhesive. Store them in a dry bedroom drawer or plastic chest.

9. Accessory Products
- Consider using Sureprep Rapid Dry no-sting barrier film and Lifteez non-sting adhesive remover aerosol.

10. Learning Resources
- Check out YouTube channels with demonstrations of pouching techniques for additional guidance.

11. Miscellaneous Tips
- Heat-soften the flange, apply the belt, and then remove the belt the next day.
- Use stoma powder only, along with Tegaderm tape, for a minimalist approach.
- In desperate situations, some users resort to duct tape as an emergency seal, ensuring the skin is completely dry.