E45 Cream Body Wash 250 ml - Dermatological Emollient Wash Cream - Soap Free Emollient Cream Body Wash for Women & Men - Gentle Shower Cream to Clean & Relieve Dry, Itchy & Irritated Eczema Prone Skin

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Be careful not to slip when using emollients in a bath or shower, or on a tiled floor. Protect the floor with a non-slip mat, towel or sheet. Wear protective gloves, wash your bath or shower afterwards with hot water and washing-up liquid, then dry with a kitchen towel. Skin irritation from aqueous cream FURTHER INFORMATION: E45 creamisawhite­creamcontainin­gWhite SoftParaffin14­.5%w/w, LightLiquidPa­raffin12.6%w/wan­dAnhydrous HOW TO USE - Shake the bottle and apply the wash cream to wet skin on the body, hands or even face. Massage gently then rinse off with water and pat skin dry with a towel. E45 Emollient Wash Cream is non-drying and non-foaming and is clinically proven to soothe and moisturise dry skin. With its soap-free and perfume-free formulation, it is suitable for even eczema prone skin to relieve and prevent dry skin.

Exercise regularly – if sweat triggers your eczema, remove sweaty clothes as soon as possible afterwards and shower Wipe surfaces with a damp cloth rather than dusting surfaces (dusting can spread allergens into the air) WHAT E45 CREAM IS USED FOR: E45 cream has been clinically proven to treat and soothe dry, itching, flaking, chapped, rough and calloused skin, sunburn and detergent hands. Its non-greasy emollient formulation leaves your skin soft, comfortable and relieved. E45 cream is also for more serious dry skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, ichthyosis and certain dry cases of psoriasis. Always carry on using your emollient alongside your steroid but leave about 20-30 minutes between applying each one. It doesn’t matter which you apply first or second, as long as you wait the advised 20-30 minutes in between. If you find that using a mild steroid cream for a week doesn’t bring your eczema under control, see your doctor. They’ll be able to prescribe stronger steroids that may be more effective for you. AntihistaminesWear gloves when doing household tasks, ideally plastic gloves with a cotton liner, but only wear for a maximum of 20 minutes at a time as any sweat can also irritate the skin Stress is a trigger for 9 out of 10 people with eczema. In response to fear or stress, your body produces cortisol which is released from the adrenal glands as part of the fight-or-flight response. This dampens the immune system and can cause an inflammatory reaction in our skin. possible side effects: occasionally, allergic reaction or worsening of acne may occur. if you suspect an allergic reaction, such asa 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. You may need to experiment with different emollients or try a combination. For example, you may decide to use a cream during the day and an ointment at night. How to wash with emollients Dermatitis is another name for a type of inflammation of the skin. In fact, you might see eczema called dermatitis, and the other way around. That’s because dermatitis and eczema are actually different words for the same thing. In some of these cases, eczema is more commonly used – for example atopic eczema.

Seborrhoeic eczema can affect people of any age, though in children you probably know it better as ‘cradle cap’. Around 4% of the population have seborrhoeic eczema, with dandruff affecting up to half of all adults. It’s more common in men, particularly those around 30 years old. For women, the peak time of developing the condition it is around 40 years of age. If you have another skin condition called psoriasis, you may find you also have seborrhoeic eczema at the same time. Varicose eczema (stasis, venous or gravitational eczema) DERMATOLOGICALLY TESTED– E45’s formulation is dermatologically tested and does not contain any unnecessary colour or fragrances. It is suitable for everyday use on dry and sensitive skin for the whole family, including infants over the age of 1 month. You can apply the cream all over the body, including the face, for soft and supple skin. The cream has a low viscosity with watery consistency which can be thoroughly applied on the skin and is easily absorbed. Mix a small amount (around teaspoonful) of leave-on emollient or soap substitute in the palm of your hand with a little warm water and spread it over damp or dry skin. Use ‘ecoballs’ in place of laundry detergent or, if using detergent, do a double rinse cycle to remove any traces of washing powder.E45 Cream is also developed for more serious dry skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, ichthyosis and certain dry cases of psoriasis.

Contains Anhydrous Lanolin (Medilan U 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 (E2I6), Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid Monohydrate, Purified Water. Emollients are best applied after washing your hands, taking a bath or showering because this is when the skin most needs moisture. Try, where possible, to avoid the allergen. Also avoid skincare products that contain extracts of these plants, as these can also trigger a reaction Around 70% of people with eczema find the weather or temperature can trigger symptoms. You might find your symptoms are better in the summer than in the winter as central heating can dry out your skin. However, sweating in hot weather can also irritate your skin. 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. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.They can be used to replace lost moisture whenever your skin feels dry or tight. They're very safe and you cannot overuse them. What you might not realise is there are many different types of eczema that can affect different body parts. The good news is that eczema is not contagious, but you may have times when it is worse than others – this is known as a flare-up.