Nexcare Absolute Waterproof First Aid Tape, Tan, 1 in x 5 yds
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4.4 out of 5 stars with 762 reviews
quality: 2.93 out of 5
value: 2.71 out of 5
44% would recommend
56 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
10 November, 2026
Best ever
Best stuff ever normally stuff doesn’t stick to my skin, but this is great. It’s better than duct tape.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
18 October, 2026Verified purchase
Great bandage tape
Love that it is beige blends better than white. Great water proof. Sticks well.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
9 September, 2026
NEXCARE ANYTHING IS THE BEST; NOTHING COMPARES
Cut foot deep went to er and they cut it flush out rock and cut used needle so massive pain could not put pressure on it to walk! I used 2 max hold bandage under these 4 strips of waterproof tape cut with clean scissors. It stretches a bit for ease and stays!!!!!! The tiny bit of foam in this tape in conjunction with my crocs clogs allows me to at least have a shoe on foot and stayed edges too with swollen toe and plastic shoe. It exceeded my opinion but knew it would. Feet are hard places to have bandaids esp if water or sweat or hot weather is involved. Their waterproof items are worth the money and don’t mess with other things because you willl end up returning or wasting money, target has great prices in this dept compared to wmart or meijer etc.
3 out of 5 stars
9 August, 2026
(no review title)
Worked great until it ripped some of my skin off 😭
From 3M Social Engagement team
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. Your experience is not what we would expect, and we would appreciate the opportunity to discuss this with you and gather further details. Please connect with our team at 1-800-537-2191 Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm CT. When you call, please reference case number # 58735174 that has been created for you. Thanks again, and we look forward to your call. - JEF
3 months ago
5 out of 5 stars
12 July, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Works as advertised. The tape stays in place. It is flexible. It is not difficult to remove and does not irritate my skin.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
12 July, 2026Verified purchase
Waterproof
Nexcare Absolute Waterproof first aid tapes lives up to it's name. It did not peel or come off in water and was easy and painless to remove. The foam tape stays put for quite a while. A good product to have in your first aid kit.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
30 June, 2026
(no review title)
Does not stick at all. I’m really disappointed
From 3M Social Engagement team
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Sophia. We're sorry to hear the Nexcare™ Absolute Waterproof First Aid Tape did not provide the adhesion you expected. We'd like the opportunity to learn more about your experience and see how we can help. Please contact our team at 1-800-537-2191, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM CT. - CV
4 months ago
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
10 June, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
So much better than actual waterproof Band-Aids. My go to when it comes to my kids.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
25 May, 2026Verified purchase
Rips your skin off
Once I tried removing it took skin off!
From 3M Social Engagement team
Hello Dear Customer, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. Your experience is not what we would expect, and we would appreciate the opportunity to discuss this with you and gather further details. Please connect with our team at 1-800-537-2191 Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm CT. When you call, please reference case number 57696501 that has been created for you. We appreciate your interest in 3M products.
6 months ago
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
22 May, 2026Verified purchase
Severe Blistering Burns After Using This Waterproof Tape
I purchased this waterproof tape for cushion support and wound protection expecting safety and relief, but instead I experienced repeated painful reactions that appreared to be caused by the product itself, I developed severe blistering burns filled with water and pus exactly where the tape touched my skin. At first I thought it was a coincidence or irritation from something else, but after testing it again on both feet, I experienced the same painful results. This was not a one time issue. The reactions were consistent, alarming, and serious enough to make me believe the adhesive or materials may contain harmful chemicals or bacteria-causing substances that should not be coming into contact with skin. No product marketed for protection and comfort should leave users with painful burns and infected-looking blisters. I strongly urge others to use extreme caution with this tape, especially anyone with sensitive skin, existing wounds, or medical conditions. A product intended to protect skin should not repeatedly cause injury. I am deeply disappointed and concerned that somethin sold for medical or protective use could create this kind of painful reaction.
From 3M Social Engagement team
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We’re sorry to hear that your experience with our Nexcare™ product didn’t meet your expectations. Your feedback is important to us, and if there is something we can do to improve it, we would like to hear it. Please reach out to our team at 1-800-537-2191, available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT. We’re here to help and ensure you have a positive experience with our products. -IV
6 months ago
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
21 May, 2026Verified purchase
DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY
This tape does not stick at all, I have had complete bad luck. I gave the whole roll a chance. bummer
From 3M Social Engagement team
Hello Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations, and we would welcome the opportunity to learn more. Please contact our team at 1-800-846-8887, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT.
6 months ago
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
27 March, 2026
Do NOT waste your money
I wish I could give this zero stars. I had skin cancer surgery in my face yesterday. I need tape to hold the bandage on. This smells so bad I thought something was burning on my house! I am not usually overly sensitive to smells but I finally had to remove it and throw the roll in the trash. The chemical smell gave me a bad headache. It also wasn’t very adhesive to the gauze. What a waste of money.
From 3M Social Engagement team
Hello, thank you for sharing your feedback. This is not the experience we aim to provide, and we would like to learn more. Please contact our team at 1‑800‑846-8887 Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. CT. We appreciate your time and interest in 3M products!
8 months ago
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
6 March, 2026Verified purchase
Mouth Tape
My husband uses this tape every night and says it’s a game changer. He uses a cpap machine and uses this to tape his mouth shut to prevent mouth breathing. No need to buy expensive pre cut, lip shaped tape. This tape stays put!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
22 December, 2025Verified purchase
DOES NOT WORK
I need to cover an open wound that I'm packing because of having breast cyst removed with a little issue with healing and it does not work. It start lifting while I'm showering. By the time I'm done showering, my gauze is wet. I would put plastic to cover my gauze and then tape around. Tape is trash. Very annoying.
From 3M Social Engagement team
Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave your review. Your experience is not what we would expect, and we would appreciate the opportunity to discuss this with you and gather further details. Please connect with our team at 1-800-537-2191 Mo-Fri 8am-4:30pm CT. Thanks again, and we look forward to your call.
11 months ago
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
13 December, 2025Verified purchase
Barely Sticks
It says absolutel waterproof tape that stays on during bathing, swimming or sweating.. but mine barely would stick when I first applied it before my shower and absolutely fell off in the shower.
From 3M Social Engagement team
Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave your review. Your experience is not what we would expect, and we would appreciate the opportunity to discuss this with you and gather further details. Please connect with our team at 1-800-537-2191 Mo-Fri 8am-4:30pm CT. Thanks again, and we look forward to your call.
11 months ago
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
23 September, 2025Verified purchase
Great product
Only medical tape that doesn't irrigate my skin. Stays put, and is truly waterproof. Only complaint is that for the price, the roll is very small.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
21 September, 2025Verified purchase
Absolutely not waterproof tape
This is the worse waterproof tape I have ever used. I had to find a way to cover up my zio patch (on dry skin) so it wouldn't get wet- the second I lifted up my arm, the tape separated and no matter what I did, the tape would not stay on. I would not recommend this to anyone.
From 3M Social Engagement team
Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave your review. Your experience is not what we would expect, and we would appreciate the opportunity to discuss this with you and gather further details. Please connect with our team at 1-800-537-2191 Mo-Fri 8am-4:30pm CT. Thanks again, and we look forward to your call.
1 year ago
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
1 August, 2025Verified purchase
Saves me everytime
I’m a barber hairstylist and I use it when I accidentally cut myself. The 2 biggest problems w bandaids for me is that they dont stop the bleeding when the cut is on the knuckle and they slip right off at the shampoo bowl. Wrap this around the bandaid and problem solved. Lasts all through multiple shampoos and hand washing.
1 out of 5 stars
19 April, 2025
originally posted on Nexcare.com

Will Never purchase again!
I purched this waterproof tape to hold a medical device secure to my body. It did stick, for about an hour! Just my own perspiration caused it to release! I even shaved the area and wiped all oils off with alcohol before applying. Still about an hour and came loose!!! Product is next to worthless in this application!
From 3M Care Team team
Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave your review. Your experience is not what we would expect, and we would appreciate the opportunity to discuss this with you and gather further details. Please connect with our team at 1-800-537-2191 Mo-Fri 8am-4:30pm CT. Thanks again, and we look forward to your call.
2 years ago
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
17 March, 2025Verified purchase
Did everything j wanted it for!
Bought this tape for my son, he jammed his finger and needed to buddy tape it. He’s a teenager and was able to do it by himself, it’s not a big roll, so it packed easily in his bag, did everything we needed!