OK-What is 'moleskin?'(FirstAid post)

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Registered: 04-26-2005
OK-What is 'moleskin?'(FirstAid post)
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Fri, 04-13-2007 - 3:19pm

I feel really stupid - I've never heard of it. It seems to be necessary - what is it?

Thanks! Lori

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Fri, 04-13-2007 - 3:57pm

It's for blisters. You know how people will put band aids where their shoes are rubbing to stop a blister? Moleskin is thicker http://www.drscholls.com/product.aspx?prodid=50

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Registered: 09-15-2005
Sun, 04-15-2007 - 10:17pm
I remember learning about moleskin here when I first found this board and I've carried a packet in my backpack ever since.

Val, Co-CL Disney Vacations

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Registered: 03-25-2003
Tue, 04-17-2007 - 8:28am

I never used moleskin before I bought it for this trip (and I haven't even left yet), but I've used it a few times already.

My daughter's figure skates were rubbing the sides of her feet - and the moleskin worked like a charm! It let her finish the season without having to buy another new pair!

Cathie