Bare Babe guides

Everything we know about going braless, written down. Start with which cover is right for you, then the size and shade guides, then the how-tos. Each guide says which product solves the problem and who it isn't for.

By Stephanie, founder of Bare Babe · Updated October 1, 2026

Choosing

• Which nipple cover is right for me?
  Start here. Adhesive, non-adhesive, Nip-Safe, triangle or lifting, by outfit.
• Nipple cover size guide
  Small 3 in, Large 4 in, X-Large 4.75 in, and the lifting-cover ladder.
• Which shade should I choose?
  Creme to Mocha, and what to do under white or sheer.
• Nipple covers vs boob tape vs sticky bra vs push-up inserts
  Covers, boob tape, sticky bra and push-up inserts, side by side.

How to

• How to apply nipple covers so they stay on
  Six steps, and the seven reasons covers won't stick.
• How to clean, store and re-stick nipple covers
  The washing routine behind 50 and 100+ wears.
• How to use boob tape
  Apply, lift and remove boob tape without hurting your skin.

Your situation

• What to wear under… the outfit guide
  Backless, strapless, sheer, plunge, swim, gym: what goes under each.
• Nipple covers for sensitive nipples and skin
  Sensitive nipples, sensitive skin, or a silicone reaction.
• Nipple covers and boob tape for large busts
  What actually works from a D cup up.

About Bare Babe

• Bare Babe at a glance
  The facts: what we make, where to buy, what we stand behind.
• Glossary
  The words on our product pages, defined.

Ready to shop? See the full range, or start with the nipple covers.