Hollister FlexTend Colostomy Barriers & Ostomy Supplies

If your skin has been breaking down under a standard wafer, or you're managing output that tests the limits of ordinary barriers, Hollister FlexTend is built for exactly that. This extended-wear hydrocolloid skin barrier is engineered to stay put longer and stand up to more aggressive effluent than regular-wear options — which means fewer changes, less skin trauma, and more confidence between appointments.

The extended-wear formulation resists erosion from moisture and enzymatic output, making FlexTend a common recommendation for people with high liquid output, irregular stomas, or peristomal skin that's already irritated. The floating flange on many models lets you attach a pouch without pressing down on a tender abdomen, and the trim-to-fit and pre-cut options mean you can match the opening precisely to your stoma for a snug seal.

Matching a barrier to your stoma and skin

Fit is everything with ostomy barriers, so start with your stoma measurement. FlexTend comes in flange sizes including 44 mm and 57 mm, with openings from 7/8 inch up to 1-1/4 inch. If your stoma is flush or retracted, the convex versions — such as barrier #14903 and #15802 — apply gentle pressure around the stoma to help it protrude into the pouch and reduce leaks. For flatter, protruding stomas, a flat floating-flange barrier like #15602 or #14802 works well. Trim-to-fit wafers let you cut to an exact irregular shape, while pre-cut sizes (#14904, #14906) save time if your stoma is round and stable.

We also carry the one-piece FlexTend Fecal Collection Bag options (#9823, #9880), which combine the extended-wear barrier and a drainable, ultra-clear pouch in a single trim-to-fit unit — a simpler routine for many colostomy users. The Skin Barrier Ring #8800 can be added to caulk gaps and protect skin around the stoma.

Whether you buy with or without adhesive tape borders comes down to your skin sensitivity and how secure you want the edges. Explore the full range here to find the flange size, shape, and opening that fits your body and your routine.

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