ALLEVYN* LIFE is a silicone-gel adhesive, composite hydrocellular foam dressing. Multilayered construction incorporates a breathable film layer, a masking layer to minimize visual impact of strikethrough, a hyper-absorbent layer with a lock-away core, a hydrocellular foam layer and a gentle, adhesive silicone wound-contact layer to conform securely to the body and which is suitable for use on fragile skin.