Emollients can be applied as often as you like to keep the skin well moisturised and in good condition. Ideally, this should be done at least 3 or 4 times a day. They also say, "Sudocrem Care & Protect is certified as hypoallergenic, however if your baby has sensitive skin it’s always sensible to ask your pharmacist or GP for advice before you use a new product. You should also take a look at the full list of ingredients in case you recognise something you think your baby’s skin might react to." Chilblains on the feet also a look a little like Covid toes, one of the skin conditions associated with coronavirus, though. So if they don't disappear shortly after warming up, it's best to consult your GP for further guidance. Healing cuts and burns This is one of the brand-approved ways to use Sudocrem. They say that the cream "helps to heal wounds by forming a protective layer over the vulnerable area, reducing the risk of infection, and also contains a mild local anaesthetic to soothe discomfort." Sudocrem have confirmed that eczema is one of the conditions that the cream can help to soothe - in adults or children.

Sudocrem was originally designed to treat nappy rash and eczema in babies, as the three properties work together to form a protective barrier on babies' skin. Prevention is always better than cure and there are a number of things that you can do to prevent nappy rash from occurring. an overheating, burning sensation or stinging that does not settle after a few days of treatment – usually caused by a reaction to a certain ingredient in the emollient Sudocrem Care & Protect helps to prevent against nappy rash and can be used at every change. Its triple action formula guards against infection and forms a protective barrier, keeping your baby’s skin smooth and moisturised. Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream has been parent’s simple, effective ally for 90 years and is great for soothing and treating nappy rash symptoms.Be careful not to slip when using emollients in a bath or shower, or on a tiled floor. Protect the floor with a non-slip mat, towel or sheet. Wear protective gloves, wash your bath or shower afterwards with hot water and washing-up liquid, then dry with a kitchen towel. Skin irritation from aqueous cream In the same way that Sudocrem offers relief from chilblains, it can ease some of the more uncomfortable molluscum symptoms - such as itchiness. Try Lansinoh or Bepanthen for existing rash.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user Charleymouse) Our verdict If you or your children need to use an emollient regularly, it's a good idea to keep some in small pots or tubes at home, school or work. How to use emollients How to use emollients on your skin Chilblains are red, itchy patches of soreness that appear anywhere on the body after a person has been out in the cold. They usually go away after two to three weeks, with the assistance of topical creams like Sudocrem.

It's thought to be effective in dealing with acne spots because of the zinc oxide and benzyl alcohol in the cream. In fact, a review from 2014 found that topical anti-acne creams that contained zinc were much more likely to be effective than those that didn't. Zinc was found to be equally as effective at reducing the severity of acne as erythromycin, tetracycline or clindamycin, all of which are present in most of the anti-acne treatments out there. 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. I agree that Metanium is special stuff. Never heard of it before my little one developed a nasty nappy rash so bad he screamed when touching - a couple of applications of this and it cleared right up.” (Recommended by Mumsnetter LJB689908) Benzyl benzoate and benzyl cinnamate are amongst the ingredients of Peru Balsam, recognised for its healing properties Care & Protect is formulated with soothing ingredients. Vitamin E and Pro Vitamin B5 help condition skin keeping it soft, smooth and moisturised.We always start our research by consulting the Mumsnet forums to find out which products they rate the best. All the nappy rash creams on this list have been tried and tested by Mumsnet users and their babies and toddlers, who have recommended their favourite based on factors including effectiveness and ease of application. We include these so you know that real people are behind our recommendations. Hodgkinson B, et al. (2006). A systematic review of topical skin care in aged care facilities. DOI: They can be used to replace lost moisture whenever your skin feels dry or tight. They're very safe and you cannot overuse them. Use alcohol-free wipes and warm water to avoid any irritation. Avoid talcum powder and any perfumed products. Simply apply a small amount onto the surface of the skin and gently rub in using soft circular motions. Avoid any vigorous moisturizing or rubbing, especially if the skin appears sore, create a thin translucent layer using the cream over the skin.