Why and how to use Hydromol
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Hydromol products all contain emollients. Emollients are moisturising oils that help to:
Form a protective barrier on your skin
Restore your skin's own natural defences
Healthy skin works to keep moisture in, and irritants out.
Tips on using Hydromol
For individual product usage instructions see individual product pages
Apply Hydromol Cream/Hydromol Ointment as often as possible, at least 3 – 4 times a day. Hydromol Intensive can be used twice daily.
Apply liberally to the affected area. If in doubt, ask your doctor or nurse for advice.
Consider using an emollient in the bath or shower as a soap substitute. Air or pat dry – do not rub – and liberally apply the cream/ointment.
Take care when getting in and out of the shower or bath – as for most emollient bath products, Hydromol Bath & Shower Emollient can leave bathroom surfaces more slippery than usual.
If you prefer the cream/ointment warmer or cooler, you can either warm it in your hands or store in a cool place prior to application (however it should not be heated or chilled).
Apply the cream/ointment in the direction of hair growth to avoid blocking hair follicles.
Never be without the cream/ointment! Take some of your emollient with you wherever you go, and don’t wait until you run out to get some more.
Even when the skin starts to improve, do not stop using emollient therapy.
Do not smoke or go near naked flames – risk of severe burns. Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings, etc.) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard. Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product build-up but not totally remove.
Find out more about the whole Hydromol Range for Complete Emollient Therapy
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