3M Steri-Strip Reinforced Skin Closure Strips are the original skin closure strip with microporous non-woven material designed to let the skin "breathe" and reinforced filaments for added strength. A hypoallergenic pressure sensitive adhesive. Helps improve cosmetic results: Non-invasive, sterile design helps reduce scarring and risk of infection, compared to sutures and staples, with less tissue trauma and better cosmetic results. Easy for patients: comfortable to wear compared to sutures. Hypoallergenic adhesive. Less scarring compared to staples or sutures.