#$%^&*AU2013101290A420131031.pdf#####ABSTRACT The present invention provides a protective device comprising a first adhesive layer having an adhesive rear surface for securing the first adhesive layer about a persons fingernail and/or over a body piercing and a second backing layer removably attached to the rear surface of the first adhesive layer for protecting the adhesive rear surface prior to use.1/2 ol 13 12.0 3 Fig. 1 2 -0cg2 Fig. 2