How to apply EPC cream?
Apply cream onto palm of hand or gently dab the cream onto skin. Apply in one direction only; do no rub. Gently spread a thick (e.g. 5mm) layer of the cream over the affected area. Repeat until all of the affected area is covered.
What is protective cream used for?
What is barrier cream used for? Barrier creams have also been called pre-work creams, invisible gloves, or skin protective creams. They are meant to delay penetration of substances into the skin and used to reduce the irritant effect of substances.
How to use secura barrier cream?
Cleanse the affected area and allow to dry thoroughly. Apply SECURA* Protective Cream liberally as often as needed with each diaper, garment or linen change; especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to soiled diapers, garments, linens, feces or urine may be prolonged.
Where is barrier cream applied?
A barrier cream is a product applied directly to the skin surface to help maintain the skin’s physical barrier, providing protection from irritants and preventing the skin from drying out. Barrier products can also be formulated as pastes, ointments and sprays.
How often should you use a barrier cream?
every 40 to 72 hours
“You can use a barrier cream every 40 to 72 hours, and I recommend using it as your final step in your skincare regime and after you moisturize. You should apply barrier cream last because any other product you apply afterward will not penetrate the skin,” recommends Gonzalez.
How do you remove barrier cream from skin?
Touch the damp washcloth to the inside of your wrist, to ensure it’s not too hot for your baby. It should be room temperature or slightly warmer–not hot at all. Use the damp cloth to remove the remaining ointment from your baby’s skin. Again, be gentle and wipe from front to back.
Can I use Vaseline as a barrier cream?
Vaseline is cheap and does work well to create a moisture-sealing barrier, which is exactly what you want in a diaper rash cream for baby.
Can you use too much barrier cream?
This can put the skin at greater risk of breakdown, hence increasing the risk of pressure ulcers. Increased moisture in the form of exudate may result in maceration of the skin. This makes the skin more susceptible to damage from physical forces of pressure and friction.