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Milky Way
Milky Treats
- Helps break down lactose in dairy products*
- Supports relief from occasional gas, bloating & digestive discomfort*
- Continuous enzyme delivery all day
- No food timing stress
Meet your all-day lactose relief. Each patch continuously delivers enzymes for steady support from your AM coffee creamer to your PM ice cream.*
Why You’ll Love It
- Convenient: Wear one patch, eat dairy freely — no planning, no restrictions.
- Easy to Use: Just peel and stick. No multiple pills per meal, no interruptions to your day.
- Clean & Conscious: Vegan, latex-free, filler-free, paraben-free, and third-party tested.
What to Expect
In an in-home consumer study:
- Within an hour
85% felt the patch working within 60 minutes †
- Over hours
76% felt less cramping after eating dairy †
- Hours later
Over 85% felt little to no digestive discomfort even 2-4 hours after consuming dairy †
How to apply
Before your first bite of dairy, peel off one patch from the clear backing. One patch is usually enough, but you can use a second if needed.
- Peel
Peel off one patch from the clear backing.
- Stick
Apply to clean, dry, hair-free skin & press firmly.
- Wear
Wear for 8–12 hours.
- Remove
Gently remove & recycle after use.
- Convenient: Wear one patch, eat dairy freely — no planning, no restrictions.
- Easy to Use: Just peel and stick. No multiple pills per meal, no interruptions to your day.
- Clean & Conscious: Vegan, latex-free, filler-free, paraben-free, and third-party tested.
How we Stack Up
We keep our standards high, for wellness routines you can trust.
 | Lactaid Pills | |
|---|---|---|
All-day support from a single patch* |  |  |
No swallowing required | | |
No food timing stress | | |
No pills, no planning | | |
Wearable & portable | | |
Your Top Questions
- + If I apply patch in morning but eat dairy in the morning and evening should I apply a second patch?
You can if you feel you need the extra support! However, each patch is formulated for all day support, releasing digestive enzymes over 8-12 hours.*
- + Where on my body should I place the patch?
Apply to clean, dry, hair-free skin. We suggest spots like the inside of the wrist, upper arm, or behind the ear.
- + Can I wear more than one Dear Dairy patch at the same time?
For most people, 1 patch a day is sufficient, but you can apply 2 patches daily together or separately, as needed.
- + When should I apply my Dear Dairy patch?
Apply 1 patch in the morning daily, or as needed 15-30 minutes before consuming dairy.
- + What ingredients are in the Dear Dairy patch?
Dear Dairy contains 2.5mg of lactase enzyme.
- + Can I wear patches with other vitamins or supplements in my routine?
Yes, you can wear Dear Dairy with any of our other formulas.
- + How long will it take to work?
You can apply the patch just 15-30 minutes before consuming dairy.
- + What do I do if the patch falls off?
You can apply a new one.
- + How is the patch different from lactase enzyme pills or drops?
Dear Dairy delivers all day digestive support. You can skip the planning, timing, and multiple doses that pills or drops usually require. Just one patch gives you all-day dairy freedom!*
Among participants who had previously used another form of lactose relief, 68.7% said using the Dear Dairy patch felt more spontaneous: no planning, no timing their meal.*
- + Are there any side effects from wearing the patch?
No, you should not experience any side effects from our Dear Dairy patch.
- + Does the patch work for all dairy products, including hard cheeses and butter?
Yes, Dear Dairy helps provide digestive relief from all forms of dairy.*
- + Can I use the patch during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Please consult your doctor if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
- + Can I shower or swim while wearing the patch?
Yes! Our patches are waterproof so you can shower, swim, or even do hot yoga.
Want to know more?
Check out our full list of FAQs or get a closer look on Behind barrière, where we dive deeper into our standards and science.
Reviews
These patches have changed my dairy life.
One patch lasted all day and I did not have to worry about how food might make me feel, and I could eat without worry about having a dairy pill.
I finally can enjoy a bowl of ice cream, a cup of yogurt, and even cheese on my sandwich without feeling bloated, gassy, or nauseous.