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Permalink Reply by Luca Bertagnolio on September 11, 2011 at 6:54am

Oh yes, I do shave, including a larger area around the oval tape of the sensor, so I can also put a large Tegaderm 1626W patch (size is 4" x 4.75" or 10cm x 12cm) which keeps the sensor in place given the many showers I take as I practice quite a bit of sport.

Ciao, Luca

Permalink Reply by Helmut on September 11, 2011 at 6:56am

Yes. The removal of the dead skin and the resulting smooth surface facilitates better adhesion. My dex typically stays on for 2 weeks without the help of any additional tape or glue.

Permalink Reply by Hugh on September 11, 2011 at 7:10am

Sure do! Only use my belly so shave as needed. Also get nearly 2 weeks out of a sensor without additional tape or glue

Permalink Reply by Rickst29 on September 11, 2011 at 2:32pm

Yes. It helps tape adhere better, and removal avoids pain from "ripping out hair".

BUT: Shavers are biologically nasty, unless you use a completely fresh one each time. I use CHG afterwards.

Permalink Reply by Mike on September 12, 2011 at 8:44am

I started doing this a few sensors ago to ease the removal process. I don't know if this is just a coincidence but I'm currently on day 29 and haven't had to add any tape. The edges are just now starting to peel.