Epaderm Cream
Gentle everyday hydration for dry, sensitive and eczema-prone skin
- Moisturises and softens dry skin
- Helps soothe itching and irritation
- Supports the skin’s natural protective barrier
- Can be used as an emollient or skin cleanser
- Suitable for regular use on sensitive skin
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Overview
How does Epaderm Cream hydrate and protect compromised skin?
Epaderm Cream is a 2-in-1 emollient formulated to manage dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis. The active constituents of Epaderm Cream include yellow soft paraffin, liquid paraffin, and emulsifying wax. Upon application, Epaderm Cream creates a protective, occlusive lipid barrier across the stratum corneum that locks in moisture, reduces transepidermal water loss, and shields dry or cracked skin from external irritants. By maintaining cutaneous hydration, Epaderm Cream restores skin softness and flexibility while soothing localised itching and discomfort.
What are the benefits of a 2-in-1 emollient and soap substitute?
The primary advantage of Epaderm Cream is its dual-function capability as both a leave-on moisturiser and a soap substitute. Standard soaps, foaming body washes, and detergents contain aggressive surfactants that strip natural lipids from the epidermal barrier, exacerbating skin dryness and irritation. Epaderm Cream can be used during washing or bathing to cleanse the skin without removing essential oils, ensuring that delicate or inflamed skin remains hydrated during and after hygiene routines.
How does Epaderm Cream support long-term skin barrier recovery?
Chronic dermatological conditions compromise the integrity of the natural skin barrier, leading to painful fissures, flaking, and increased risk of irritation. Epaderm Cream continuously replenishes depleted surface lipids, smoothing rough epidermal texture and sealing micro-cracks. Regular application of Epaderm Cream calms the inflammatory cycle associated with severe dryness, helping to prevent flare-ups and giving vulnerable skin the opportunity to repair itself naturally.
Active Ingredients
Liquid Paraffin and Yellow Soft Paraffin
Usage Instructions
How should Epaderm Cream be applied as a leave-on moisturiser and soap substitute?
To use Epaderm Cream as a leave-on moisturiser, apply the cream liberally to the affected areas of clean, dry skin as often as required. Smooth Epaderm Cream gently into the skin following the direction of hair growth; do not rub vigorously, as rubbing can block hair follicles and cause irritation.
To use Epaderm Cream as a skin cleanser or soap substitute, dispense a small amount onto the hands, mix with warm water to form a gentle lather, and smooth over wet skin before rinsing off thoroughly with clean water. Pat the skin dry gently with a soft towel rather than rubbing.
Warnings
What critical safety precautions apply when using Epaderm Cream?
Epaderm Cream is strictly for external topical use on the skin. Do not use Epaderm Cream if you have a known hypersensitivity or allergy to any of the ingredients in the formulation. Avoid contact with the eyes; if accidental eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with clean water.
Epaderm Cream contains paraffin-based ingredients; dressings, clothing, and bedding coming into contact with Epaderm Cream become saturated with oils and present a serious fire risk. Keep treated skin, clothing, and bedding away from lit cigarettes, open flames, and heat sources. Exercise caution when using Epaderm Cream in the bath or shower, as paraffin-based creams can make bath surfaces extremely slippery. If localised skin redness or irritation develops, discontinue use and consult a doctor or pharmacist. Store Epaderm Cream below 25 degrees Celsius, keep the container tightly closed, and keep safely out of the sight and reach of children.
Who Is It For
Who is the intended user for Epaderm Cream?
Epaderm Cream is intended for infants, children, adults, and elderly individuals suffering from dry, sensitive, or easily irritated skin conditions. Epaderm Cream is particularly suitable for patients managing mild to moderate eczema, psoriasis, ichthyosis, senile pruritus, and contact dermatitis, as well as individuals requiring a mild, non-irritating cleanser for daily skin care.
Alternatives
What are the main alternative products available?
If Epaderm Cream is unsuitable or an alternative emollient formulation is required, the following options may be considered:
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E45 Cream: An effective emollient cream containing white soft paraffin, liquid paraffin, and light liquid paraffin to relieve dry skin conditions and eczema.
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Cetraben Cream: A hydrating emollient cream formulated with white soft paraffin and liquid paraffin to soothe dry, inflamed, or eczema-prone skin.
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AproDerm Emollient Cream: A soothing, fragrance-free emollient cream designed to restore the cutaneous barrier and hydrate sensitive skin.
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Dermol 500 Lotion: An antimicrobial emollient lotion containing liquid paraffin, isopropyl myristate, benzalkonium chloride, and chlorhexidine dihydrochloride to hydrate skin and reduce surface bacterial growth.
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Delivery Options
Royal Mail Tracked 48 – £3.99
Royal Mail Tracked 24 – £4.49
Delivery timeframes are estimates provided by Royal Mail and are not guaranteed.
Dispatch Times
- Orders placed before 3pm Monday to Friday are dispatched the same working day.
- Orders placed after 3pm, on weekends or bank holidays are dispatched the next working day.
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