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Therapeutic Moisturizers

Therapeutic moisturizers are cream, gel, liquid, or ointment preparations used to soothe, soften, and moisturize the skin. They should be applied after cleansing with a gentle agent and when the skin is dry. Ingredients vary based on manufacturers' formulation but generally contain water, humectants, emollients, and vitamins. May also include an antimicrobial ingredient. Therapeutic moisturizers are often the second step in the process of cleansing, moisturizing, and protecting the genital and rectal areas for the prevention of skin breakdown.

Therapeutic moisturizers are skin care products such as cream, gel, liquid or ointment preparations used to soothe, soften and moisturize the skin.

Therapeutic moisturizers should be applied after cleansing with a gentle agent and when the skin is dry.

The ingredient composition of therapeutic moisturizer products vary based on manufacturers’ formulation but generally contain water, humectants, emollients and vitamins. They may also include an antimicrobial agent.

Therapeutic moisturizers are the second step in a comprehensive skin care protocol for the prevention of pressure ulcers including the process of cleansing, moisturizing and protecting vulnerable skin areas to prevent skin breakdown.

Skin care therapeutic moisturizers feature the following general performance properties and attributes:Features:
• Helps protect and heal chapped, chafed or cracked skin
• Helps relieve itching due to dry skin
• Helps prevent transepidermal water loss (TEWL)

Therapeutic moisturizers are indicated for use for general purpose moisturizing, specifically on skin at risk of breakdown due to age, dryness, friction or diabetes.

Therapeutic moisturizers are contraindicated for use on deep or puncture wounds.

For external use only. If irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult a physician. Always read manufacturer’s instructions and use according to directions.

Products

DermaPhor™ Skin Protectant Moisturizing Ointment

DermaPhor™ Skin Protectant Moisturizing Ointment temporarily protects minor cuts, scrapes, and burns, and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin and lips. Also shields skin from drying effects of wind and cold weather. Fragrance-free.

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DermaSarra™ External Analgesic

DermaSarra™ External Analgesic provides temporary relief from itching associated with minor skin irritations such as dry skin, poison ivy, oak, sumac, insect bites, detergents, and sunburn. Steroid-free. Contains menthol and camphor.

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DermaVantage™ Moisturizing Lotion

DermaVantage™ Moisturizing Lotion soothes and moisturizes dry, sensitive skin.

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Diabetic Foot Cream

Diabetic Foot Cream is an intense moisturizing treatment to help soothe and nourish dry, cracked, and scaly skin. Specifically developed to meet the needs of people with diabetes, this unscented formula is suited to help hydrate and heal sensitive skin. Contains no mineral oils, petroleum oils, added dyes, or fragrances.

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Diabetic Itch Relief Cream

Diabetic Itch Relief Cream is a botanical product that helps soothe itchy, dry, and irritated skin. Fast-acting, non-greasy formula that penetrates deep for long-lasting relief.

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Gentell Hand & Body Lotion

Gentell Hand & Body Lotion is a gentle, soothing, and moisturizing lotion that will leave skin refreshed. Made with mineral oil, aloe vera, and a vanilla bean fragrance.

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LubriSilk™ Dry Skin Care Lotion

LubriSilk™ Dry Skin Care Lotion soothes, lubricates, and softens rough, dry skin. Fragrance-free. pH-balanced.

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Miracle of the Sea® Natural Marine Extract™ in Aloe Vera Gel

Miracle of the Sea® Natural Marine Extract™ in Aloe Vera Gel is a humectant that helps to improve the speed and quality of healing damaged or wounded skin.

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Optima Bath Additive

Optima Bath Additive contains a mineral-oil base with acetylated lanolin alcohol. Can be used as an after-bath moisturizer or a primary bathing agent.

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PROVON® Moisturizing Hand and Body Lotion

PROVON® Moisturizing Hand and Body Lotion is a deep-conditioning moisturizer specially formulated to condition dry, irritated skin.

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