A method of making a patch comprising the steps of (1) providing a carrier material; (2) coating an underside of the carrier material with a suitable non-UV-curable acrylic adhesive, the adhesive being a solution of a polyacrylate in an organic solvent or solvent mixture, the solvent or solvent mixture being used in an amount of from 25% to 70% by weight; (3) assembling the patch; (4) forming a grid structure on the patch so that it comprises a plurality of intersecting strips. According to the invention, the adhesive is applied at a temperature of 90 C. to 120 C. for a time of 5 s to 60 s, and before and/or after the application of the adhesive, the patch is activated by repeated irradiation of the underside by ultraviolet light.

The present invention provides methods for limiting development of skin wounds, and also for treatment of one or more of erythemas, blisters, rashes, pruritis, contact dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, acne, and athlete's foot.