Skin Care
Are you at risk for contact dermatitis?
(NC)-Any occupation, activity or hobby that requires frequent hand washing, exposure to chemicals may be putting you at risk for contact dermatitis. Here are some examples of occupations or activities that are at a higher risk for dermatitis:
- Wet work: hairdressers, kitchen workers, bartenders
- Health care professionals: physicians, pharmacists, dentists, nurses
- Everyday irritants: gardening, household chores, nursing mothers, athletes
- Workplace irritants: factory workers, mechanics, gardeners
Although wearing protective clothing and minimizing or avoiding excessive contact with offending agents is the best possible way to prevent dermatological problems, it is not always convenient or possible to do so. Therefore, using a hypo-allergenic, non-irritating and fragrance-free protectant that not only prevents moisture loss, but actively protects the skin is recommended. One unique skin protectant currently available on the market is called Prevex Cream. It is a skin protectant that differs from moisturizers-it contains a highly refined petrolatum that offers cosmetically elegant protection and seals the skin, retaining the skin's natural moisture, without leaving a greasy feeling. The problem with using everyday moisturizers is that they often act as magnets, attracting more dirt and dust to hands. As a result, hands have to be washed more frequently; something which is much better to avoid. So, short of having to wear cumbersome gloves, skin protectants offer a sensible, practical alternative to protecting the skin.
- News Canada
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