How to Apply Mollenol and Patches: Step-by-Step Guidance

How to Apply Mollenol and Patches: Step-by-Step Guidance

1. Application Order: Oil First, Then Patch

• Apply Mollenol lotion or oil directly to the head of each molluscum bump first, especially the pus-filled ones^[1][2].
• After the lotion is absorbed, cover the bump with a Mollenol Patch or waterproof bandaid^[1][3][2].

2. How Much to Apply and Waiting Time

• Use only a thin smear of Mollenol—less than a drop per bump, applied with your fingertip or a cotton swab^[1][2].
• Do not rub in the lotion; simply dab it onto the bump^[2].
• Wait until the lotion is absorbed before applying the patch. If you apply the patch immediately after the oil, it may not stick properly^[1][4].
• A practical approach is to wait about 1 minute for the lotion to absorb, but if the patch still doesn’t adhere well, wait a bit longer until the skin feels dry to the touch^[1][4].

3. Frequency and Coverage

• For pus-filled or raised bumps, use both Mollenol and a patch once per day^[1][2][4].
• For smaller or beginning-stage bumps, apply Mollenol 2–4 times per day without a patch^[2].
• Only raised, pus-filled bumps need to be covered with a patch; smaller bumps can be left uncovered or covered with clothing^[1][2].

4. Additional Tips

• If you’re treating bumps in hairy or creased areas, patches may not stick well. In these cases, rely on the lotion alone or use a bandaid over the patch to help it stay in place^[3][4].
• Avoid applying Mollenol to open, scratched, or burst bumps—these should be treated as small wounds and kept clean and covered, but not with Mollenol^[1][2].
• Always wash your hands after application to prevent spreading the virus^[2].
• Remove patches or bandaids gently each evening after washing, and repeat the process after waiting 30 minutes post-bath^[1][2].

Summary Table: Application Steps

Key Points

• Wait for absorption: The patch will not stick well if the skin is oily or wet from the lotion. Wait until the lotion is absorbed and the skin feels dry before applying the patch^[1][4].
• Do not rub in: Dab the lotion on; do not rub it into the skin^[2].
• Only cover pus-filled bumps: Patches are mainly for raised, pus-filled bumps; smaller or beginning-stage bumps just need the lotion^[1][3][2].
• Good hygiene: Prevent spread by washing hands and using fresh towels^[1].

If you follow these steps, you should see the best results from your Mollenol treatment.

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1. https://www.mollenol.com/how-to-use/
2. https://www.mollenol.com/content/Mollenol_How_to_Use.pdf
3. https://www.mollenol.com/mollenol-hydrocolloid-patches/
4. https://www.mollenol.com/mollenol-hydrocolloid-patches/?revpage=5