E45 cream is an unperfumed and non-greasy emollient cream. It has been clinically proven to treat and soothe dry, itching, flaking, chapped, rough and calloused skin, sunburn and detergent hands. E45 cream can be used everyday by the whole family, including infants over the age of1 month. Read the inner leaflet carefully before use. Do not use if allergic to any of the ingredients. Emollient soap substitutes that are used instead of normal soap in the bath or shower are not usually available on the NHS. How to get emollients E45 cream has been clinically proven to treat and soothe dry, itching, flaking, chapped, rough and calloused skin, sunburn and detergent hands. Free from soap and detergents, E45 Emollient Wash Cream has been developed so it’s gentle enough for everyday use. Suitable to use on hands & body - The E45 Shower Cream is suitable for everyday use on very dry skin either on body or hands.

Lotions are good for hairy or damaged areas of skin (such as weeping eczema – where pus is seeping out of damaged areas of skin). This is because lotions are thin and spread easily, but they're not very moisturising. Sprays They help prevent patches of inflammation and flare-ups of these conditions. Types of emollients Lotions

E45 knows how to support skin. For 60 years, E45 has been a skincare expert in dry and itchy skin and treatment for eczema, psoriasis, ichthyosis and other dry skin conditions. It has proven dermatological expertise that's dedicated to vulnerable dry skin. Cream, lotion, wash, bath, shampoo, etc… E45 has it covered. E45 Emollient Shower Cream provides gentle, effective cleansing for very dry, sensitive and itchy skin. Our formula, free from soap and detergents, actively moisturises, leaving dry, itchy skin feeling clean, while protecting against further drying and also preserving skin pH.

Everyday soaps, shampoos and shower gels usually dry out the skin and can make skin conditions like eczema worse.

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If your skin stings after using an emollient wash product and does not settle after rinsing, ask a pharmacist to recommend a different product. Using emollients with other skin treatments Preserves the skin pH - Our body's optimal skin pH can be between 4.7 and 5.75 with water's pH at approximately 7. With its moisturising ingredients, the E45 Shower cream works to preserve the skin pH. Dermatologically Tested – E45 Shower Cream Has Been Dermatologically Tested And Does Not Contain Any Perfume Or Soap, Making It A Gentle Formulation That Is Suitable For Everyday Use On Very Dry, Sensitive, And Itchy Skin. The Cream Does Not Foam And Cleanses Your Skin Without Drying It Out, Leaving It Clean And Soft. To Use, Simply Apply To Wet Skin And Massage In, Then Rinse Off With Water And Gently Pat Dry. It's especially important to regularly apply an emollient to your hands and face, as they're exposed to the elements more than any other part of your body. Use this medicine only on your skin. Store below 25°C. KEEP OUT OF THE SIGHT AND REACH OF CHILDREN. Contains Anhydrous Lanolin 1.0%w/w, White Soft Paraffin 14.5%w/w, Light Liquid Paraffin 12.6%w/w as active ingredients and also Glyceryl Monostearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Cetostearyl Sulphate, Carbomer, Methyl Hydroxybenzoate (E218), Propyl Hydroxybenzoate (E216),

This avoids diluting the effect of the treatment and spreading it to areas of skin that do not need it. When to apply emollientsIf you're using a steroid cream or another treatment for your skin condition, wait 20 to 30 minutes between using an emollient and using the other treatment. Ask a doctor which one to use first. possible side effects: occasionally, allergic reaction or worsening of acne may occur. if you suspect an allergic reaction, such as a rash, or if anything unusual happens, stop using the product. if you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. this includes any possible side effects not listed above. you can also report side effects directly via the yellow card scheme at: “http://www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard” or search for mhra yellow card in the google play or apple app store.

A polypropylene securipot with a polythene pilfer-proof screw cap fitted with a HDPE or polypropylene dispenser having a polythene covered follower plate. Actively moistureises & prevents further drying - With its emollient ingredients actively moisturises skin to keep it hydrated whilst you shower. You can buy emollients from a pharmacy without a prescription. If the skin condition is severe, talk to a GP, nurse or health visitor, as you may need a stronger treatment. If you experience any of these symptoms, talk to a GP, nurse or pharmacist. Safety advice when using emollients Fire safety

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HOW TO USE E45 CREAM: Applytotheaffec­tedskin2or3ti­mesdaily. If symptomspersist, consultyourdoctor. HOW TO USE E45 CREAM: Applytotheaffectedskin2or3timesdaily. For external use only. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.