Dermatology Handbook

The professional's guide to product selection

Barrier preparations

AproDerm Barrier Cream

AproDerm Barrier Cream

Formulated with a dual silicone barrier system consisting of dimethicone and trimethylsiloxysilicate (4%), AproDerm Barrier Cream provides a transparent, long-lasting and breathable protective layer which prevents bodily fluids and irritants from touching the skin thus protecting it from further damage and breakdown, whilst aiding healing. This non-sting barrier cream moisturises and conditions the skin whilst maintaining its pH to help restore skin integrity. Suitable for use on intact and damaged skin as well as with incontinence pads and adhesive dressings, AproDerm Barrier Cream goes on transparent so you can see the underlying skin healing. This gentle, non-greasy cream resists wash off and can be used to prevent and protect skin damage caused by incontinence, wound exudate, shearing, irritation due to adhesives and leakage at stoma sites as well as nappy rash. Suitable from birth and free from SLS, parabens, metals, alcohol, fragrances and colours, AproDerm Barrier Cream is scientifically formulated to maximise skin coverage so a 1p size amount covers an area of 100cm squared. Available on prescription as a 30g tube for discreet, on the go care and as a 100g tube.

AproDerm Barrier Spray

AproDerm Barrier Spray

AproDerm Barrier Spray forms a breathable, transparent, layer on the skin providing protection from Moisture-Associated Skin Damage, preventing further skin damage and breakdown whilst aiding healing. Its bag-on-valve spray technology allows a touch-free application from any angle, which is ideal for sore skin and difficult to reach areas. Suitable from birth, this non-sting formulation is alcohol-free, SLS free, parabens free and latex-free. AproDerm Barrier Spray dries in seconds to protect intact, damaged or inflamed skin against irritation and moisture damage associated with incontinence, stoma, wounds, adhesives and shearing, whilst providing an ideal surface for dressing or pouch adhesion. Now available on prescription.

Bepanthen Nappy Care Ointment

Bepanthen Nappy Care Ointment

Contains provitamin B5, which gently helps sensitive skin to repair its natural protective barrier while keeping it soft, smooth and moisturised. The water-in-oil formulation seals in the skin’s natural moisture and provides optimal conditions to allow gentle skin recovery without drying out baby’s delicate skin, keeping it healthy and hydrated. Apply at every nappy change

Care Surgical Spirit

Care Surgical Spirit

Care Surgical Spirit is an essential product for anyone bed bound to prevent painful bed sores. It can also be used to harden the skin on the feet. Children, adults and the elderly can all benefit from Care Surgical Spirit

Care Witch Hazel

Care Witch Hazel

Care Witch Hazel solution gently tones and cleanses the skin removing excess oils, impurities and make up. Can be used on the face and neck area to remove make-up, excess oils and any impurities. Care Witch Hazel can be used by children and adults

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.

Clinifilm

Clinifilm

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.

Clinifilm Barrier Cream

Clinifilm Barrier Cream

Clinifilm Barrier Cream is formulated to be a skin neutral, pH balanced, concentrated cream, providing a long-lasting, no-sting barrier from bodily fluids, to intact and mildly damaged skin. Its non-greasy finish is formulated with patient comfort in mind. Use of this latex and fragrance-free cream allows adhesive products to effectively adhere to the skin and will not block incontinence pads.

Conotrane

Water-repellent, antiseptic barrier cream containing 22% dimeticone and 0.1% benzalkonium chloride. Active against bacteria and yeasts.

Derma Protective Plus

Derma Protective Plus

Fragrance-free, non-greasy, viscous skin protectant containing dimethicone. Protects against moisture-associated skin damage related to incontinence.

Drapolene

Drapolene contains benzalkonium chloride and cetrimide, which are both quaternary ammonium disinfectants with properties that are typical of cationic surfactants. This preparation is useful in the treatment and prevention of nappy rash. It suppresses the development of ammonia-producing organisms usually associated with this condition

Esenta Sting Free Skin Barrier

Esenta Sting Free Skin Barrier

Breathable silicone barrier that bonds to the skin surface to create a fine, durable, protective silicone film. Protects the skin from damage for up to 72 hours.

Medi Derma-S Total Barrier Cream

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

Medihoney Barrier Cream

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.

Metanium

Metanium nappy rash ointment soothes nappy rash and relieves irritation and redness. It contains Titanium Dioxide 20% w/w, Titanium Peroxide 5% w/w, Titanium Salicylate 3% w/w, and Dimethicone 350, light liquid paraffin, tincture of benzoin and white soft paraffin.

Siopel

Siopel

A water-repellent barrier cream with antiseptic properties. It contains cetrimide 0.3% w/w, an effective antiseptic used for wound cleansing. It also contains Dimeticone 1000 10 % w/w, which binds firmly to the skin surface and forms a protective barrier. The cream also contains arachis (peanut) oil.

Sorbaderm Barrier Cream

White concentrated cream that provides the skin with protection from body fluids. Also protects dry, chafed, red or irritated skin by moisturising the skin and providing a long-lasting barrier. Use still allows adhesive products to stick to the skin.

Sorbaderm No-Sting Barrier Film

Polymeric solution that forms a uniform film when applied to the skin. Dispersed in a non-stinging solvent, which dries rapidly. Colourless, transparent and possesses good oxygen and moisture vapour permeability. Helps to protect intact or damaged skin from irritation caused by urine and/or faecal incontinence, digestive juices and wound drainage.

Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream

Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream contains Zinc oxide, benzyl alcohol, benzyl benzoate, benzyl cinnamate, lanolin (hypoallergenic), and sodium benzoate.