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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
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.It's a good idea to protect babies' hands and cheeks with an emollient before mealtimes to stop them getting sore from food and drink. Can be used for existing patients if switching toExocream/Zerocream is not acceptable to the patient.
Excetra ® cream is formulary option for moderately dry skin as per Notts Emollient Formulary. (APC Sep19)
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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. 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 First line - Balneum ® Plus Cream (100g tube) - also contains lauromacrogols. Use only if emollient alone has not helped itching.