Waterproof Libre Patches

Overlay patches with sea, beach and summer designs, made to sit on your Freestyle Libre 1, Libre 2 or Libre 3 sensor through the bits of life where water shows up — showers, swimming lessons, baths after nursery, holidays on the coast. Every patch is cut to fit the exact Libre generation you wear.

Freestyle Libre sensors are already water-resistant to Abbott's own rating — our patches don't change that. What our overlays add is a soft, decorated edge that helps keep the round Libre sensor anchored to your skin when you're moving, wet and drying off. Applied properly to clean skin, one patch typically lasts a full 14-day Libre session.

What's in this collection

Designs picked for beach, pool and summer: Shark, Whale, Sea Turtle, Mermaid, Clown Fish, Pearl Shell, Waves, Aqua Heart, Hawaii Paradise, Hawaii Breeze, Hawaii Sunset, Hello Summer, Tie Dye, Blackpool Rock, Great Outdoors.

Compatible with

Freestyle Libre 1, Freestyle Libre 2, Freestyle Libre 3. Each product page lets you pick your Libre generation at checkout.

Looking wider? Browse our full Freestyle Libre Patches range across all designs, the Waterproof CGM Patches paraguas across all devices, or our bundle packs.

Frequently asked questions

Are these patches waterproof for Libre 3?
Our patches are designed to stay put through everyday water exposure — showers, swimming lessons, beach days — without needing to be reapplied. They are not IPX-rated. Libre 3 itself is IP27-rated by Abbott — the patch adds a decorative edge, it doesn't change that rating.

How long does a Libre patch last with regular swimming?
Applied to clean, dry skin and pressed for 20–30 seconds, most patches last the full 14-day Libre session even with regular showering and swimming. Rough drying, hot tubs and prolonged salt water can shorten this.

Can I shower and swim with the Libre patch on?
Yes. Rinse with fresh water after sea or pool, and pat dry gently rather than rubbing. Salt and sand lift the edges more than the water itself.

Does the patch stop the Libre sensor working?
No. Our patches are cut to sit around the Libre sensor housing without covering the reading area, so scanning with your phone or reader works as normal.

Are SmileSensors patches medical devices?
No. Our patches are decorative accessories designed to sit over the Freestyle Libre sensor housing. They do not replace or interfere with the sensor's function. Always follow Abbott's instructions for the sensor itself.

Related reading

Before you swim: Waterproof CGM Patches: What Actually Works for Swimming, Showers and Beach Days. Honest IPX limits and how to make patches last through summer.