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Epaderm Ointment is an emollient developed by dermatologists specifically for sufferers of dry skin conditions. Epaderm Ointment offers the three aspects of

complete emollient therapy in one as it can be used on the skin, as a bath additive or skin cleanser¹.

Epaderm Ointment creates a barrier which aids moisture retention within the skin. It is highly versatile.

Alternative Epaderm Uses

It’s a skin cleanser
When caring for dry skin conditions, it is vital to ensure that moisturisation is carried out whenever possible. However, it is equally important that no soaps or products containing detergents are used, as they will increase water loss from the skin². Using Epaderm Ointment as a skin cleanser substitute ensures that dry skin can be properly washed without losing additional moisture, or having to deal with the problems that common soap additives might produce.

Using Epaderm as a skin cleanser
Scoop a small amount from the tub, lather under warm water and then use as a normal skin cleanser.

It’s a bath additive
Soaking the skin in an emollient for optimum rehydration is another key step of complete emollient therapy¹. As Epaderm Ointment contains no fragrances, colourings or additives, baths can be taken as often as required.

Using Epaderm Ointment in the bath
Take 4g (about the size of a £2 coin) from the tub. Melt this in a tumbler of hot water, ensuring it has cooled sufficiently before adding to the bath. Do not apply hot water directly to the skin. When using Epaderm as a bath additive, care should be taken, as it will make the surface of the bath slippery.

Benefits of use

• Complete emollient therapy in one product - can be used on the skin, as a bath additive or skin cleanser
• For eczema, psoriasis and other dry skin conditions
• No fragrances, colourings or additives and is SLS free; making it kinder to already sensitive and delicate skin
• Epaderm Ointment's barrier aids moisture retention within the skin
• Epaderm Ointment is ideal for use in wet or dry wrapping
• Suitable for all ages, including babies
• Avaliable on prescription in 125g, 500g and 1kg

References
1 Cork MJ, Complete Emollient Therapy. The National Association of Fundholding Practices Official Yearbook. BPC Waterlow, Dunstable 1998: 159-168
2 Fulme AW, Kramer GJ, Stratum Corneum Lipid Abnormalities In Surfactant-induced Dry Scaly Skin, Journal Of Investigative Dermatology 1996; 86: 598-602
Mölnlycke Health Care are the CE holders of Epaderm.

Available in the following sizes:

6 x 125g

6 x 500g

6 x 1kg

For further sizing information please view the product sheet.