Dermamist

How does it work?

Dermamist spray contains three main ingredients, liquid paraffin, white soft paraffin and fractionated coconut oil. These oils act as an occlusive moisturiser.

Dry skin results from lack of water in the outer layer of skin cells known as the stratum corneum. When this layer becomes dehydrated it loses its flexibility and becomes cracked, scaly and sometimes itchy. The stratum corneum contains natural water-holding substances that retain water seeping up from the deeper layers of the skin. Water is also normally retained in the stratum corneum by a surface film of natural oil (sebum) and broken-down skin cells, which slow down evaporation of water from the skin surface.

The skin dries out when too much water evaporates from its surface. This increases as we get older, and is made worse by washing, because hot water and soap remove the layer of natural oil on the skin surface. It is also a feature of eczema.

The oils in Dermamist prevent water evaporating from the skin surface. This increases the water content of the cells in the stratum corneum, which swell against each other thereby reducing cracks in the skin surface. The oils may also penetrate into the stratum corneum where they act like the natural lipids found in healthy skin and prevent water evaporating from the deeper layers of skin.

Dermamist moisturising spray should be used after washing. Pat the skin dry, shake the can before use and spray evenly over the body from a distance of about eight inches, avoiding the face. Spray sparingly, as over application may cause the skin to feel greasy.

Moisturisers are helpful for all dry skin conditions, particularly eczema and dermatitis, which get worse when the skin is allowed to dry out. Used regularly, even once the skin has improved, they help restore the skin's smoothness, softness and flexibility by helping the skin retain moisture. This helps reduce scaling, redness and itching.

What is it used for?

Dry skin conditions, including eczema

Warning!

This preparation is for external use only.

Do not spray on the face or on broken areas of skin.

Use in a ventilated area.

This product is highly flammable and in a pressurised container. Protect from sunlight. Do not puncture, burn or expose to high temperatures, even when empty. Do not spray on or near naked flames.

If the condition worsens, seek medical advice.

Not to be used in

Allergy to any ingredient

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

There are no known harmful effects when this medicine is used by pregnant or breastfeeding mothers.

Side effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

No side effects have been reported with this medicine

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

How can this medicine affect other medicines?

This moisturiser is not known to affect other medicines. However, if you are also using medicated creams, ointments or lotions, for example topical corticosteroids, you shouldn't apply them immediately after using this moisturiser, as this could dilute them and make them less effective. You should ideally leave at least 30 minutes after using this moisturiser before applying different creams, ointments, lotions etc.

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