It helps treat dry or chapped skin conditions that may also be itchy, red and sore. Common examples include: Doublebase Dry Skin Hand Wash contains highly moisturising ingredients (emollient oils) to help soothe and prevent flare ups of dry, chapped or irritated skin. It is also suitable for people who may be prone to eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis to avoid the drying and irritant effect of using soaps (liquids or bars) and detergents. Soothes Skin from Day 1 – Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturising Lotion provides immediate relief from dryness; it is clinically proven to moisturise and soothe, intensely nourishing very dry, sensitive and irritable skin

Doublebase Shower and Doublebase Wash should be used to wash with, in the same way as ordinary shower gels and soaps. However, unlike ordinary shower and wash products, Doublebase Shower and Doublebase Wash do not create a foam or lather. Remember, bubbles are not needed to cleanse the skin. Doublebase Shower and Doublebase Wash can also be applied and left on after washing to condition the skin. prevent the skin-drying and irritant effects that can be caused by showering and by the soaps, foaming additives and fragrances used in ordinary shower products. Infections can lead to a reduction of oil production which will In turn result into red flaking on the surface area when exposed long Term Psoriasis These are known as emollients. When used as part of your normal showering routine the product helps to:

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To listen to or request a copy of this leaflet in Braille, large print or audio, please call free of charge: 0800 198 5000 (UK only). prevent the skin-drying and irritant effects that can be caused by washing and by the soaps, foaming additives and fragrances used in ordinary cleansing products. prevent the skin-drying and irritant effects that can be caused by washing and bathing and by the soaps, foaming additives and fragrances used in ordinary cleansing products. People with dry skin conditions are often recommended to follow Complete Emollient Therapy. This involves applying leave on emollients to the skin, using soap substitutes to wash and adding bath oils to bath water. Complete Emollient Therapy helps to moisturise dry skin and avoid potential irritants. Doublebase Emollient Wash Gel is available to buy over the counter. You do not need a prescription to buy Doublebase Emollient Wash Gel but you might be asked some questions about your medical health when you add it to your basket.

cleanse, soften, moisturise and protect your skin by trapping in moisture and restoring the normal protective function of the skin. This product is a treatment for you to use whenever you wash. It has been developed for use instead of soaps (bars and liquids) and cleansers, both of which may irritate dry skin. Because soaps and detergents can be very damaging to dry, sensitive skin it is important to try to avoid using them where possible. To help you avoid these irritants, the Doublebase range includes some alternative cleansers, which are sometimes referred to as soap substitutes. These clean like soap or shower gel, whilst protecting and moisturising the skin. soften, moisturise and protect your skin by trapping moisture in the skin and restoring the normal protective function of the skin.Looking for a gentle, fragrance-free alternative to soap? Look no further than Doublebase Emollient Wash Gel! This unique product helps to relieve dry, chapped, itchy, red and sore skin associated with eczema and other types of dermatitis. It’s also great for elderly skin and ichthyosis. Emollients contain oils which form a layer on the outer surface of the skin, creating a barrier to help stop the loss of water and keep irritants out. Some emollients may also contain a humectant, such as glycerol which helps the skin trap and hold on to water to further relieve skin dryness. Most ordinary soaps are very drying to the skin and can be irritant, particularly when used on dry skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, ichthyosis and elderly dry skin. Soap substitutes such as Doublebase Shower, Doublebase Wash and Doublebase Bath contain emollient oils and are able to gently cleanse the skin without foaming or stripping the skin’s natural oils, providing an effective alternative to foaming shower gels, soaps and bubble baths. Doublebase Soap Substitutes are highly moisturising and effective alternatives to soap that cleanse, moisturise and protect your skin.

Any oil based bath emollient may cause bath surfaces to become slippery so always be careful when entering or leaving the shower or bath to avoid slipping. Doublebase Bath contains a non-soap based cleanser to clean the skin, however it will not foam or create bubbles. People with psoriasis have red, flaky patches covered in silvery scales. These skin conditions can appear on almost any part of the body and most often develop during adulthood when they are still common among people under 35 years old; it affects both males AND females equally (about 2%). Can someone who is pregnant or breastfeeding use Doublebase Emollient Wash Gel? Doublebase Shower and Doublebase Wash are both highly moisturising and effective Soap Substitutes that cleanse, moisturise and protect your skin. They prevent the skin-drying and irritant effects that can be caused by showering and by the detergents, foaming additives and fragrances used in ordinary shower and wash products.DO use a soap substitute for washing; it does not need to lather and your skin will still be clean.Bubbles are not needed to clean the skin. NB Some cleansing products may contain added moisturisers in an attempt to limit the damaging effects of soap: it is better to avoid soap in the first place. Emollients are often prescribed to help manage dry skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, ichthyosis and elderly dry skin. Doublebase Emollient Shower Gel is a treatment for you to apply to your skin during your normal showering routine. Emollients help soften, moisturise and protect the skin. They play a central role in the treatment and management of dry skin conditions. For maximum effect, they should be applied regularly and as often as needed.