Skin protection | Wound Care Handbook

Cavilon Advanced Skin Protectant

Durable transparent polymer-cyanoacrylate barrier in a disposable applicator.

Cavilon Continence Care Wipes

No-rinse skin wipes for the treatment of incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD). The wipes contain 3% dimethicone and are biodegradable, pH balanced, perfume- and paraben-free, soft and hypoallergenic.

Cavilon Durable Barrier Cream

Highly concentrated barrier cream to protect against bodily fluids and moisturise skin. Provides long-lasting protection from skin breakdown.

Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film

Protective, transparent barrier film. Alcohol-free formulation is pain-free on broken skin and provides up to 72 hours' protection before re-application. Non-cytotoxic.

Cetraben Cream

An emollient, moisturising and protective cream containing 13.2% white soft paraffin, 10.5% light liquid paraffin and 4.5% glycerol. Free from fragrance, colouring, SLS, lanolin and parabens.

Cetraben Lotion

An emollient, moisturising and protective lotion containing 5% white soft paraffin, 4% light liquid paraffin and 3% glycerol. Free from fragrance, colouring, SLS, lanolin and parabens

Cetraben Ointment

An emollient, moisturising and protective ointment containing 35% white soft paraffin and 45% light liquid paraffin. Free from fragrance, colouring, SLS, lanolin and parabens.

CliniFilm No Sting Barrier Film

A no-sting barrier film to protect the skin from harmful effects of urine, faeces, wound exudate and medical adhesives. Available as aerosol spray and wipes.

Cutimed Protect Barrier Film

Barrier film to help protect intact or damaged skin from irritation that may arise from urinary and/or faecal incontinence, digestive and wound fluids, adhesives and shearing forces.

Cutimed Protect Cream

Moisturising barrier cream to protect skin from body fluids. Can be easily and quickly rubbed in without leaving a greasy film. Non-sticky, alcohol and perfume-free.

DermaSilk Therapeutic Clothing

Garments and tubular sleeves made from medical-grade, sericin-free silk protected by a non-migrating antimicrobial.

Emollin Emollient Spray

Emollient spray containing white soft paraffin BP and liquid paraffin BP. Additive and preservative free. Spray-on delivery allows touch-free application.

Enopen Cream

Moisturising cream with ingredients including white soft paraffin 13.2% w/w and light liquid paraffin 10.5% w/w.

Epaderm Cream

Emollient cream containing glycerine, liquid paraffin, yellow soft paraffin and emulsifying wax.

Epaderm Junior Cream

Emollient cream containing glycerine, liquid paraffin, yellow soft paraffin and emulsifying wax.

Epaderm Junior Ointment

Emollient ointment containing liquid paraffin, yellow soft paraffin and emulsifying wax.

Epaderm Ointment

Emollient ointment containing liquid paraffin, yellow soft paraffin and emulsifying wax.

Fifty:50 Ointment

An emollient containing white soft paraffin and liquid paraffin, to help the skin retain more moisture.

Flamigel RT

Gel containing hydrocolloid, arginine, purified water, macrogol, branch chain fatty acid (BCFA), methyl-p-hydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl-p-hydroxybenzoaate (E216) and disodium EDTA.

Flexitol 10% Urea Cream

Contains 10% urea in a blend of emollients and skin-conditioning agents to moisturise and hydrate the skin.

Flexitol 25% Urea Heel Balm

Contains 25% urea, as well as other skin-nourishing ingredients that penetrate deeply into the skin for intense moisturisation and hydration. Suitable for general and diabetic foot care.

Flexitol Hand Balm

Off-white smooth cream. Contains 10% urea, 2% dimethicone, which acts a protective barrier, and vitamin E

Flexitol Skin Balm

Off-white smooth cream. Contains urea, lanolin, paraffin and shea butter.

Hydromol Ointment

An all-purpose emollient containing cetomacrogol emulsifying wax 25.5%w/w, yellow soft paraffin 32% w/w and liquid paraffin 42.5% w/w. Free from fragrances, additives and preservatives. Suitable for all ages.

Ilex Skin Protectant

Topical skin cream that protects against digestive enzymes, urinary acids and wound exudates. Comprises calcium/sodium PVM/MA copolymers, corn starch, white petrolatum, phenoxyethanol and isopropyl isobutyl butylparabens, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose and zinc oxide. Alcohol and latex-free. Suitable for adults, children and babies. Can be used with other prescribed topical agents such as antifungal and antibacterial treatments.

imuDERM

Soothing, protecting and hydrating emollient cream containing urea 5% and glycerine 5%. Apply plenty of product to achieve results.

LBF Barrier Cream

Formulated to provide an effective, breathable barrier for intact skin from bodily fluids such as faeces and urine. Moisturises the skin and helps to maintain skin integrity. Will not affect the absorbency of incontinence pads or the adhesion of dressings or adhesive appliances. It is highly concentrated, and small amounts of cream will cover a large skin area.

LBF Sterile Barrier Film

Uses sterile health-care grade silicones to form a fast drying, transparent protective film. It can be applied to both intact and broken skin around peri-wound sites, forming a protective barrier against bodily fluids. Available in three different applications.

Marathon Skin Protectant

A non-cytotoxic, cyanoacrylate-based monomer that forms a strong protective layer over skin. As the cyanoacrylate polymerizes, it bonds to the skin surface. It resists external moisture, yet allows the skin to breathe.

Medi Derma-Pro Foam and Spray Incontinence Cleanser

pH-balanced, skin-friendly, no-rinse, moisturising cleanser suitable for use on severely damaged skin from moisture associated skin damage. Can be used in a foam or spray mode for easy application to difficult-to-reach areas.

Medi Derma-Pro Skin Protectant Ointment – Non-sting

Viscous, non-sting ointment providing a long-lasting protective waterproof barrier to skin severely damaged from incontinence.

Medi Derma-S Total Barrier Cream – Non-sting

Non-sting barrier cream providing transparent long-lasting protection from moisture associated skin damage on intact and mildly damaged skin. Moisturises and helps to restore skin integrity.

Medi Derma-S Total Barrier Film – Non-sting

Non-sting barrier film providing transparent, long-lasting protection (up to 72 hours) from moisture associated skin damage on intact and moderately damaged skin.

Medihoney Barrier Cream

Barrier cream containing active Medihoney antibacterial honey. Helps to reduce inflammation, prevent maceration, excoriation and irritation resulting from effects of incontinence and diarrhoea. Can be applied to injured skin, peri-wound areas, pressure areas and skin folds. Moisturisers and protects dry skin.

Microair Barrier Socks and Gloves

Protective socks and gloves made from a three-layered fabric that is protected from microbial contamination by the same non-migrating antimicrobial found in DermaSilk.

Octenicare repair creme

Cream containing panthenol to support skin regeneration and bisabolol to reduce inflammation. Colour- and perfume-free. Inhibits odour-forming organisms.

Option Seals Rings

Small ringed hydrocolloid dressing.

Proshield Foam & Spray

A gentle, pH-balanced, no-rinse moisturising cleanser designed to protect against moisture-related skin damage (MASD) such an incontinence-associated dermatitis on intact and injured skin. Ingredients comprise citric acid, cocamidopropyl PG-dimonium chloride phosphate, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, DMDM hydantoin, glycerine, laureth-23, poloxamer 188, purified water and fragrance.

Proshield Plus Skin Protectant

A dimethicone-based skin protectant containing copolymer bioadhesives. Can be used to protect against or manage moisture-related skin damage (MASD) such incontinence-associated dermatitis. Ingredients comprise citric acid, cocamidopropyl PG-dimonium chloride phosphate, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, DMDM hydantoin, glycerine, laureth-23, poloxamer 188, purified Water and fragrance.

Remedy Moisturising Barrier Cream

Moisturises the skin while providing a protective breathable barrier. Contains a 24% silicone blend, with both emollients and humectants. Other ingredients include vitamins and nutrients derived from natural ingredients including safflower, green tea, blue green algae, clove, soya and corn. Sulphate- and fragrance-free. Non-irritating and non-sensitizing, CHG compatible and dermatologist tested.

Remedy Moisturising Cream

Cream that moisturises and nourishes skin, helping restore its natural moisture balance and barrier properties. Can be used on the entire body, including the face. Contains proteins, vitamins, essential fatty acids and carbohydrates; rich in natural oils, antioxiants and natural emmolients; hypoallergenic, pH-balanced and dye-free.

Revamil Balm

A skin-protecting, neutral ointment with 25% pure medical grade honey. Free of parabens and silicone.

Salts Barrier Film

No-sting barrier film in a sealed wipe.

Salts Mouldable Seals

Mouldable hydrocolloid seals. Range includes seals with extracts of aloe vera (Salts Mouldable Seals with Aloe).

Salts No-sting Stoma Paste

Alcohol-free no-sting stoma paste that can be used to fill gaps around the seal of a stoma or wound drainage pouch.

Secura

Range comprises Secura No-Sting Barrier Film and Secura No-Sting Skin Prep Protective Spray, Wipes and Swabs. Secura No-Sting Barrier Film and No-Sting Skin Prep are sterile liquid film-forming products containing a non-stinging solvent that dries rapidly.