Ovelle Menthol Aqueous Cream 250ml

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They can be used to replace lost moisture whenever your skin feels dry or tight. They're very safe and you cannot overuse them. 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 You can buy emollients from a pharmacy without a prescription. If the skin condition is severe, talk to a GP, nurse or health visitor, as you may need a stronger treatment.

They help prevent patches of inflammation and flare-ups of these conditions. Types of emollients Lotions Lotions are good for hairy or damaged areas of skin (such as weeping eczema – where pus is seeping out of damaged areas of skin). This is because lotions are thin and spread easily, but they're not very moisturising. Sprays Certain activities, such as gardening, can irritate the skin. It may help to apply an emollient before doing these. 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 It's especially important to regularly apply an emollient to your hands and face, as they're exposed to the elements more than any other part of your body.Reporting of side effects: If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed on this label. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: 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. Use a clean spoon or spatula to remove emollients from a pot or tub. This reduces the risk of infections from contaminated pots. Risk of slipping

Emollients are best applied after washing your hands, taking a bath or showering because this is when the skin most needs moisture. Everyday soaps, shampoos and shower gels usually dry out the skin and can make skin conditions like eczema worse. Your doctor or pharmacist will talk to you about which type of emollient will work best for your skin condition.If you're using a steroid cream or another treatment for your skin condition, wait 20 to 30 minutes between using an emollient and using the other treatment. Ask a doctor which one to use first.