This topic is about using Salts Aloe Rings to help soothe irritated skin around a stoma. The original poster is curious about others' experiences with these products and has a few questions about their availability and effectiveness. Here are some insights and advice shared by others:

1. Longevity and Skin Protection
- Many users have experienced a wear time of 10–12 days with Salts Aloe Rings, while keeping their skin healthy.
- The rings can be applied directly to irritated or raw skin, and users have noted that their skin healed underneath the rings.

2. Application Technique
- A common routine involves cleansing the skin, applying a skin-protective barrier wipe or Cavilon barrier spray, placing the Salts Aloe Ring around the stoma, and then applying a drainable pouch.
- One user customizes the 35 mm ring by trimming, folding, flattening, and cutting off excess material for a better fit, instead of stretching a smaller ring.

3. Alternative Use of Salts Aloe Products
- Salts Aloe Flange Extenders, which are very thin and infused with aloe, can be cut to fit a sore spot and used as a "patch" under any appliance. They are reported to heal irritated skin quickly.

4. Purchasing in Canada
- Salts products are available online from Canmed Direct (canmeddirect.ca) at competitive prices.

5. Mentioned Products and Accessories
- Salts Healthcare Aloe Rings, such as the 35 mm size.
- Salts Healthcare Aloe Flange Extenders.
- 3M Cavilon Barrier Spray.
- General skin-protective barrier wipes (specific brands not mentioned).