Emollin Spray On Emollient Ointment - 150ml - Moisturises and Protects Dry, Sensitive, Psoriasis, Eczema Prone Skin. Preservative Free.

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Psoriasis most often causes well defined, inflamed, flaky patches of skin, covered with silvery scales. These patches are called plaques and will be pink or red in colour on light skin tones, and often violet or grey in colour on dark skin tones. Psoriasis is not contagious, meaning it cannot be spread from one person to another. + Is psoriasis an autoimmune disease? Many people living with eczema report that stress and anxiety trigger a flare up or worsening of their existing condition. Spray over skin lightly from roughly 10-15cm away and apply a thin even layer. Can be used at any angle. Dry skin occurs as a result of abnormal water loss from the skin, due to a weakened skin barrier. Emollients work by forming a protective layer on the outer layer of the skin. This traps moisture within the skin, preventing TEWL (trans epidermal water loss) helping the skin barrier to repair itself.

Distraction techniques: Keeping your hands busy during periods of itching, can help to distract from the itch. Try to distract children by encouraging them to play with a toy, colouring in, or playing a game. If you or your children need to use an emollient regularly, it's a good idea to keep some in small pots or tubes at home, school or work. How to use emollients How to use emollients on your skin The areas of the skin affected are easily damaged and may bleed or cause pain if rubbed or scratched. Emollients are moisturising treatments applied directly to the skin to soothe and hydrate it. They cover the skin with a protective film to trap in moisture. The emollient should be applied as soon as you have patted your skin dry to make sure it's properly absorbed. Skin reactionsEmollin Emollient Spray 240ml means you don't have to touch sore and sensitive skin affected from skin conditions such as eczema.

Recognising your stress triggers, becoming aware of your mental health, and developing and employing stress management techniques can be helpful. + How to stop eczema itching? Some children will continue to experience symptoms of eczema into their adult life. + What is psoriasis? Emollin Emollient Spray is easy to use as the can will spray at any angle so you can moisturise hard to reach areas!Roughly 1 in 5 children in the UK has eczema, with most experiencing eczema for the first time before the age of 5. Most children find that their eczema improves or clears up completely as they get older.

The protective layer created by an emollient also helps to prevent the penetration of external irritants and allergens into the skin. + Is eczema contagious? As the skin ages, the barrier function weakens, causing water loss. This water loss, combined with an increased vulnerability to external factors, causes the skin to become dry. 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.

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If you experience any of these symptoms, talk to a GP, nurse or pharmacist. Safety advice when using emollients Fire safety

an overheating, burning sensation or stinging that does not settle after a few days of treatment – usually caused by a reaction to a certain ingredient in the emollient This avoids diluting the effect of the treatment and spreading it to areas of skin that do not need it. When to apply emollients When we experience psychological stress, our body goes into “fight or flight” mode. Hormones are released to enable us to react to a difficult situation, however these can also have an impact of your immune system, which can trigger an eczema flare.

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Keep fingernails short: Regularly trimming fingernails will helps to reduce the impact of scratching on the skin. Emollients are often used to help manage dry, itchy or scaly skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. Pinch, don’t scratch: Try to get into the habit of gently pinching or pressing on the skin to reduce the itchy feeling, as opposed to scratching. In addition stress can also increase the urge to itch your skin, which can worsen symptoms of eczema, causing the itch-scratch cycle.