PROSHIELD PLUS Skin Protectant range is formulated for use as part of a skin care regime against moisture-related skin damage such an incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) and pressure ulcers on both intact & injured skin. 1-5

Skin that is not protected is at risk of damage and breakdown – incontinence associated dermatitis (IAD) PROSHIELD® PLUS is a unique skin protectant that offers protection and adherence qualities that rival products with zinc oxide, but is as easy to apply and remove as petrolatum-based products. For the care of intact or injured skin associated with Proshield Plus Skin Protectant isa smooth and fragrance-free moisture barrier,to protect and maintain skin integrity from exposure to faeces and urine. Safe and effective for the management of moisture-related skin damage.

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Flynn and Williams (2011) undertook a small user evaluation in an elderly group of patients who had skin damage following incontinence. They found using PROSHIELD ◊ Skin Care in conjunction with effective pressure ulcer prevention and management resulted in improved skin condition. Howers L, Boyett F (2012) Evaluation of Proshield Plus in nursing homes for inclusion onto formulary in a healthcare trust. Wounds UK poster presentation. Harrogate, UK A structured skin care regimen is a fundamental part of caring for patients with IAD (Woo et al, 2017), and products that reduce the suffering of patients and simplify care are advantageous. PROSHIELD Plus Skin Protectantshould be gently smoothed over the area of intact or injured skin; do not rub in as this may cause friction. The product will leave a visible barrier on the surface of the skin and is suitable for daily use. Answers to frequently asked questions

Smith & Nephew (2019a) Review of Certificate of Analysis for Proshield Foam & Spray Incontinence Cleanser. RD/19/024 Maintains skin integrity by protecting skin from exposure to faeces, urine and bodily fluids including sweat and perspiration We do our best to keep our delivery prices fair, and we only charge you what the courier services are charging us. Flanagan M (2020) Incontinence-associated dermatitis 2: assessment, diagnosis and management. Nurs Times [online] 116(4): 40-44

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Proshield Plus Skin Protectantshould be gently smoothed over the area of intact or injured skin; do not rub in as this may cause friction. PROSHIELD Skin Care consists of two skin care products that are formulated for the prevention and management of Incontinence-associated dermatitis on both intact and injured skin. In summary, the main advantages of PROSHIELD ◊ Foam and Spray Skin Cleanser and PROSHIELD ◊ PLUS Skin Protectant are: PROSHIELD Foam and Spray Skin Cleanser is ideal for cleansing skin exposed to body fluids. It removes, urine, faeces,dried blood and barrier products and requires no rinsing.

PROSHIELD is the number one skin care system for intact and injured skin associated with incontinence and is a trusted choice of Healthcare Professionals Sign up for marketing updates to stay connected with information about S+N and topics around your areas of interest. You can update your preferences any time PROSHIELD ◊ Foam and Spray Skin Cleanser has been formulated to be pH balanced and so maintains normal skin pH during use (Smith & Nephew, 2019a). Some barrier creams are readily washed from the skin and need to be re-applied after every episode of incontinence

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Proshield Plus Skin Protectant is designed to be used alongside a skin care regimen to protect both healthy and damaged skin from moisture-related skin damage such as incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) and pressure ulcers. It provides a smooth, fragrance-free moisture barrier to protect the skin from urine and faeces. It gives the skin a translucent sheen, making monitoring as easy as possible for the patient. Meuleneire F (2010) A new solution in the treatment of moisture lesions. European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (EPUAP) poster presentation. Birmingham, UK: 1-3 September