It is also an effective pre-bathing emollient so can be applied to skin prior to bathing to prevent it from drying out even further, whilst protecting it from the irritant effects that can be caused by washing and bathing products such as soaps, shower gels and shampoos. A rich emollient cream and wash that contains soya bean oil for protecting and hydrating dry scaly skin. Washing fabrics at high temperatures may reduce the build-up of an emollient, but does not remove it completely.

Zeroderm Ointment - Zeroderma

As a bath additive: Melt about 4g (roughly a teaspoonful) of Zeroderm Ointment in hot water in a suitable container. Combining 30% Urea with other rich moisturising ingredients, it nourishes and hydrates feet leaving them soft and smooth, you should see a visible difference in as little as 1 night. A moisturising and protective emollient cream and wash providing symptomatic relief for red, inflamed or dry skin.The emollient rich formula contains 30% white soft paraffin and 50% liquid paraffin to moisturise and protect the skin. Check the label for directions about any areas or types of skin where you should not apply the product (such as on the face, any areas of broken/chapped/cut/irritated/scraped skin, or on a recently shaved area of the skin). If your condition lasts or gets worse, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away. Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings etc) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard.

Healthcare Professionals - Zeroderma

The pack also comes with a patient self-care guide that is filled with useful information on applying emollients, tips on how patients can get the best from their emollients, potential triggers as well as the additional support that is available to them. Suitable for all ages, this cream is non-greasy and easily absorbed into the skin, and is free from fragrance, colouring and SLS. The ingredients in this product are not considered likely to affect or be affected by other medicines. See our Zeroderma Emollient Ladder to learn about our range and how to prescribe based on dry skin condition severity.Suitable for all adults, the elderly and children, it is also not considered likely to cause any undesirable effects during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding, especially if you are applying this product to the breast area. If the cream comes into contact with dressings or clothing, the fabric can be more easily ignited witha naked flame.