Skin Care
Prevention Tips to Softer Skin
Q: I work outdoors and my hands get chapped and rough. I wash them often with detergent. Every moisturizer I have tried does not work and I have to keep reapplying it. No moisturizer works for me. Is there anything that can help me?
A: Avoid contact with detergents, soaps and solvents that could cause your skin to feel dry. These products can strip the natural oils from your skin preventing it from retaining moisture. Always try to use mild soaps and wear rubber gloves if you need to handle harsh detergents or chemicals. If you can't avoid irritants, try using a highly refined petrolatum-based skin protectant like Prevex Cream. It won't irritate your skin and will protect your hands. Its unique formula allows your skin to feel smooth and you won't need to reapply it as often as basic moisturizers.
Q: What Causes Dermatitis and How do I stop it?
A: Contact dermatitis (a non-allergic skin reaction) accounts for 80% of all contact-related skin conditions. Water, soaps, detergents, plants, foods, cosmetics, polishes and solvents can all irritate your skin, causing it to feel dry, inflamed and even bleed. In some cases, discomfort may be severe enough to interfere with daily activities at work and in the home. Using a skin protectant like Prevex Cream can greatly reduce the impact of irritants and help prevent problems like contact dermatitis.
- News Canada
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