Staff Answer
Jun 10, 2026 - 11:16 AM
An ostomy barrier ring and an ostomy seal usually refer to similar accessories used to help support the seal around the stoma in an ostomy pouching system. Both are placed between the skin and the wafer or skin barrier to help fill small gaps, creases, or uneven skin contours around the stoma opening.
The terms barrier ring, ostomy seal, ring seal, strip seal, and moldable seal may be used differently by manufacturers depending on the product’s shape, profile, material, and design. Product specifications should be reviewed carefully to confirm size, thickness, shape, barrier material, adhesive properties, latex content, and compatibility with the ostomy pouch, wafer, or skin barrier being used.
