Frequently Asked Questions

Buy our prosthetic nipples after mastectomy for breast cancer.
You will be surprised how amazingly real they look & securely they stay on.


How can I be sure of a good model & color? (Free Consult 715-829-4488)

Naturally Impressive offers you a variety of models, nipple projections and colors. Don't hesitate to call and let a specialist assist you in your decision making process. We're usually available 9am to 8pm CST, Monday through Saturday.

Nipple Projection / Height: is indicated by the # after the model hyphen e.g. Eve-4 has 4mm nipple height. A nipple projection of 4 or 5mm is enough to "show" / look & feel sexy under thin bras / clothes.
Nipple Width: is the maximum diameter of the nipple (not the areola diameter).
Areola Diameter: is the size of the colored skin that surrounds the nipple. If you are planning to wear Naturally Impressive nipples over a tattoo, we suggest 45mm areola diameter.
Areola Bumps: are called Montgomery glands.

Eve-4:
4mm bold nipple projection. A full nipple width (14mm). The areola Montgomery glands (bumps) give a very realistic look. Need to wear a padded bra if you don't want nipples to show under clothes. Available in 40 & 45mm areola diameters.
Eve-2:
2mm modest nipple projection. A full nipple width (14 mm). It has similar areola features as Eve-4 with smaller nipple projection. For women who like to go without a bra with little or no nipple projection showing depending on type of clothing worn. Available in 40 & 45mm areola diameters.
Lee-4:
4mm bold nipple projection. A full nipple width (11 X 14mm) without bumps (Montgomery glands). It's for those who like a smoother areola that still has realistic characteristics. Need to wear a padded bra if you don't want them to show under clothes. Available in 40 & 45mm areola diameters.
Lee-2:
2mm modest nipple projection. A moderate nipple width (10mm). It has similar areola features as Lee-4 with smaller nipple width & projection. Great for those who like to go without a bra with little or no nipple projection showing depending on type of clothing worn. Available in 35, 40 & 45mm areola diameters.
Ava-5:
5mm very bold nipple projection. A moderate nipple width (10mm) with realistic bumps (Montgomery glands). Need to wear a padded bra if you don't want nipples to show under clothes. Available in 40 & 45mm areola diameters.
Emi-3:
3mm moderate nipple projection. A petite nipple width (9mm) with subtle montgomery glands (bumps). Available in 35, 40 & 45mm areola diameters.

Color Choices:
Berry: Natural pink-tan color with a hint of purple for nipple & areola. For those who tend to sunburn vs. tan.
Wheat: Golden brown areola with pink-tan tone nipple. For those who tan vs sunburn easily.
Cinnamon: Darker tone of Wheat areola with brown nipple.
Cocoa: Milk chocolate brown nipple & areola.
Coffee: Rich brown-black coffee tone nipple & areola.

- We realize it's difficult to determine colors, models & sizes via computer monitor. Feel free to call for free consult at 715-829-4488. Usually available 9am to 8pm CST Monday through Saturday.

What if I have one natural nipple (e.g. after mastectomy on one side)?

We provide semi-custom nipple prosthetics. It's important to realize that it won't be an exact match since most natural nipples change color & size with temperature, etc. It's a moving target!

It's best if you contact us to discuss your initial choice. That will help you get as close as possible with your first nip version. You get 4 nip versions maximum to choose from so, it's to your advantage to either call us or put a note in the comment box that you only need one NI nip at a time. If no comment is made and you don't contact us, you'll receive a pair of the same nips (that counts as 2 nip versions) and only have 2 more nipple versions for the tweaking process.

•Start by browsing our online catalog and reading FAQ tips to get some initial ideas of what you'd like. Then call us to discuss your first nipple version.
•You receive one Naturally Impressive nipple version at a time. Based on your feedback of each version (within 2 weeks of receipt), we send another one…up to four versions total. This helps you customize an approximation to your natural nipple.
•You keep the two Naturally Impressive nipple-areola prosthetics you like best and mail back the other(s). Postage paid envelope provided to return exchanges. Future nipple reorders are easy since you know what works for you.

How long do Naturally Impressive nipples last?

Naturally Impressive nipple prosthetics offer a Premium experience in realism and secure hold. They are made from 100% pure, high quality, medical grade platinum silicone. Since Telesis adhesive sticks so well to pure silicone & the silicone nipple edges must be made delicately thin to beautifully blend into the skin, the result of wearing and caring for the prosthesis using Telesis adhesive slowly causes the edges to show cosmetic wear.

Women vary greatly in their cosmetic preferences and how often they wish to replace their Naturally Impressive nipples. They may last a year for women who wear them intermittantly. With consistent wear, average replacement time is 4 to 6 months.

How is a Naturally Impressive silicone nipple prosthesis held in place?

Application is simple with our Peel & Stick method. It provides the best of both worlds by combining the ease of stick on nipples and the consistent performance of fresh adhesive with each nipple application.

Perfecting "nips that stick" has been an important value for us from our origins. Water based adhesive (such as Pros-Aide) does not have nearly as strong a bond to a pure silicone nipple as a silicone based adhesive provides. For that reason, we offer TELESIS 8 ADHESIVE which is a highly safety tested, gentle, effective, medical grade silicone based adhesive.

Using Telesis adhesive, you can have confidence that your Naturally Impressive nipples will stay in place through work outs, bathing, intimacy and swimming for 1 to 2 weeks per adhesive application. After awhile, edges may start to loosen, but it would be rare for your Naturally Impressive nipples to actually fall off without warning UNLESS you are exposed to prolonged heat e.g. saunas, hot springs or hot tubs.

Using the Peel & Stick application, the nipple prosthesis is usually easily removed without much residue on your skin or Naturally Impressive nipples. After nip removal, simply wipe nip with an isopropyl alcohol prep pad before reapplying adhesive for the next wearing.

Wouldn't "stick-on" silicone nipples be easier to use?

Mass produced self-stick nipple prostheses (comes with adhesive pre-applied) might sound like a good idea...nice and easy, just like window cling. However, the body is much different than a window surface. Dust and/or body oils accumulate on the "self stick" adhesive. Thus, with each successive application, the stick on nipple diminishes adhesive effectiveness making it frustratingly unreliable. Mass produced self-stick nipple prosthetics often need to be taken off at bedtime and don't stay on dependably for the times you care the most (showering, work-outs, swimming or intimacy).

The Naturally Impressive Peel & Stick method combines the ease of stick on nipples with the security of consistent performance that comes with fresh adhesive for each application.

After spending years trying to hide my nipples before breast cancer surgery, I'm not sure I want to deal with that again.

That's part of the beauty of the Naturally Impressive option. You haven't made a permanent decision. You can wear your Naturally Impressive silicone nipple prosthesis or not as you wish. We also have models with low projection (only 2 millimeters high), so you have the full sense of visual normalcy without having to worry about "headlights." Best of both worlds!

Is the adhesive safe? What if I have sensitive skin?

Telesis adhesives have been carefully tested by independent labs for safety (see statement below). It would be rare to have a skin irritation, but we encourage women with sensitive skin, radiated skin or thin skin over implants to use shorter first time wear to verify skin condition.

"Telesis products have proven to be both safe and highly effective in the medical, makeup and cosmetic industries.  All products have been tested by independent labs for dermal irritation and they do not contain any known carcinogens or cyto-toxins." - from Premiere Products website. Premiere Products is an FDA licensed manufacturer.
If you notice skin irritation, discontinue use. Contact your MD / surgeon if it doesn't resolve or gets worse. We appreciate you letting us know if you experience any difficulty with skin sensitivity.

Are there breast cancer support groups for me?

There are many support groups to help & encourage you on your journey. Listed below are a few we have had experience with:
DiepCJourney.com website blog & the closed Facebook group "DiepCJourney - Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy" provide education, compassionate support and excellent resources for breast cancer "thrivers" and health care professionals. Terri Coutee, the founder of DiepC Foundation, was awarded the 2018 Patients of Courage Award.
Flat & Fabulous: For women who choose not to reconstruct.
BreastCancer.org: A very large, active site that provides many practical topics to help walk you through essential information of your journey.
Sisters In Scars: Almost every post receives prompt and encouraging responses covering a multitude of breast cancer concerns and issues.
BrcaStrong.org: Focuses on BRCA hereditary breast cancer Previviors.

Does insurance cover Naturally Impressive, LLC nipple-areola prostheses?

Please do not assume coverage. Our company is too small to establish Preferred Provider status with insurance companies. We keep our prices very low to make our product affordable even without insurance coverage.

Pre-tax health savings accounts are a reliable payment option for many clients. Many women are motivated to purchase Naturally Impressive, LLC nipple prosthetics even if their insurance won't reimburse. The extraordinary quality, selection and cost effectiveness of Naturally Impressive nipples provide the result they have been searching for in nipple-areola restoration.