FAQ

1. Disposable Nipple Pasties – designed to be used 1 time. On average, disposable nipple pasties last for a minimum of 8-12 hours.

2. Reusable Nipple Pasties – made to be seen and are decorative. Can be used multiple times and is usually made of silicone.

Check the description in every pair you like to make sure you understand which type they are. In both cases, these pasties are self-adhering with the highest quality hypoallergenic, and latex-free adhesive. Easy and painless to remove.

Fashionable & functional.

• Under sheer tops/dresses
• Under a deep plunging blouse or blazer
• Add a little confidence (we call it body armour) when you have an important meeting, presentation, date, or anything else that is shaking your confidence just a bit.  A little glitter goes a long way to help!
• Tanning, at the beach, at the pool (just don’t get in the water with them or be prepared for a Janet Jackson moment!
• Bra fittings! (Gives you an extra layer of comfort when changing around your bra fitter)
• Dress Fittings (especially if you’re a blushing bride to be!)
• Quick costume changes - especially in group situations (e.g. if you’re an actor, model or dancer)
• Getting waxed/tattooed/laser hair removal
• Getting a massage (and you don’t want to have to do that awkward fish flop turn over where they hold up the sheet for your “modesty”)
• Under an unlined bra if you don’t want your “headlights” showing through on cold days
• Preventing “nip slips” while wearing backless shirts/dresses with low sides
• At Carnivals, Festivals and to accessorize your fun swimwear and lingerie
• Smashing the Patriarchy!

• Do not use lotion or baby powder on your nipples/areolas prior to applying
• Apply to clean, dry, lotion and powder free skin

Yes, it will, DO NOT USE any form of moisturizers, lotions, powders on the area or the adhesive will not stick.

Burlesquers often swab the area we’re applying pasties with rubbing alcohol before applying (warning - this trick works if you’re looking for SERIOUS stickiness).

For extra adhesive, Burlesquers often use spirit gum, wig tape, double sided carpet tape or double-sided fibreglass tape to get our pasties to stick on for long periods of time onstage. WARNING - double sided carpet tape isn’t or the faint of heart! It can REALLY stick on and getting it off can be sore, but your pasties will definitely stay on through a sweaty dance routine that’s for sure!

Here is a simple test that you can perform on yourself to check the reaction of your skin to the adhesive:

1. If you used lotion, moisturizers, powders or body oils, WASH IT OFF FIRST with clean water before doing the test.

2. Stick one adhesive nipple cover on the underside of your arm near your elbow. Check if you have any negative reaction to it.

3. DO NOT USE on any area of the skin that has a rash, broken, sunburned or is damaged in any way.

No one has ever reported anything like that to us. So no, your breasts won’t break out with acne if you use nipple covers. To be safe, if you are using adhesive and reusable nipple covers, clean them first before using them.

Taking a hot shower is the best way, the soap will clean all the residue out in no time. If you don’t have time for a shower, soak a cotton ball in some oil or alcohol and gently rub the affected area.

Cleaning reusable nipple covers are easy, just follow these steps:

1. Wipe with warm water, you can use mild soap.

2. Gently rub the adhesive portion to remove any sort of build-up and residue.

3. Remove from water and allow them to dry.

4. adhere the backing and store.

Just wash them with warm water and soap. Lightly scrub off any residue and then let it dry and that is basically it. It should be in its top adhesive form in no time.  If you want a bit more adhesive, see our point about stickiness above.

It is best to stick your pasties back to the plastic backing board after use, or another nonstick surface like a piece of parchment paper, either side of a Ziploc bag, or even a Tupperware lid! Your future self will thank you for not sticking them to something that will be hard to peel off on your next use. NEVER stick your pasties together (they can damage each other or the adhesive).

It depends just how well they’ve stuck to you! If they’re stuck on really good, try peeling a corner, and pulling the skin taught as you peel the pastie back on itself in the opposite direction. Do NOT try ripping the whole thing off like a band aid - slow and steady wins the race! Give those nips a little rub with some cream or body oil after - they’ll thank you!

Did you wear your pasties a little longer than planned? Have they become one with your body, and you’re worried you’ll never see your nipples again? FEAR NOT! Start by peeling an edge and gently working that edge backwards over itself. With your other hand, hold the surrounding skin taught in order to create resistance and allow the pastie to peel away from your skin.

The answer to this depends on what typeof surgery you have had and the extent of any reconstructive or enhancement. Mostly, we get this question from breast cancer survivors.  If your reconstruction surgery has included the removal of nipples, then the flat pasties work really well. For example, our Vivienne pasties. I have found that the cone shape can be more difficult to adhere without a nipple to adhere to.  But, if you are determined to twirl you can absolutely add more adhesive and twirl away, girl!

Generally speaking, pasties do not affect or irritate scar tissue. The adhesive is hypoallergenic, latex-free. However, you must wait the time your doctor recommends to heal before any adhesive is applied. If you are concerned at all, do a skin test prior to any commitment to wearing.

ABSOLUTELY!!!!!!!!  This is body art, darling. Performers routinely wear “assels” – how fun! Festival goers wear them everywhere! Place them anywhere you wish. Just note, it can be a little like wearing a bandaid so if you have hair in the areas you want to apply them we would recommend shaving to avoid pulling out any hair and allowing them to adhere better.

Always best to apply your pasties while looking in a mirror (just to get the hang of it)

Need a lift? Applying your pasties a little higher on your breast will give the appearance of higher set breast tissue - check out our tips below! 

Not a problem - ALL boobs are beautiful, no matter how they’re oriented on your body! If you’re looking to get a little lift from your pasties, try gently pinching your nipples first to get them to contract, then apply the bottom of your pastie to cover as much of your nipple as possible, and use the pastie to gently lift your breast up as your affix the top of the pastie to your breast tissue.

There is so much beauty in the gems used in these gorgeous accessories.  If you choose not to reapply adhesive, consider creating something else out of these brilliant pieces of art: hair appliques, costume adornment, holiday ornaments, even resin coasters: we have heard it all (and we love it all). You are already creative, keep the love alive!