Epaderm Ointment is a 3-in-1 emollient that can be used directly on the skin, in the bath or as a skin cleanser.
There are no active ingredients in Epaderm Emollient. A greasy moisturiser is formed by mixing yellow soft paraffin, liquid paraffin, and emulsifying wax. It functions by putting a thin film of oil on the skin’s surface to stop water from evaporating.
Lack of moisture in the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of skin cells, causes dry skin. This layer loses its flexibility and becomes cracked, scaly, and even irritating when it is dehydrated. As we get older, and washing makes it worse since hot water and soap destroy the natural oil coating on the skin’s surface.
For dry skin disorders, particularly eczema and dermatitis, which get worse when the skin is allowed to dry out, moisturisers are beneficial. When used frequently, they aid in the skin’s ability to retain moisture and restore its smoothness, softness, and elasticity. Applying them frequently can help the skin from drying out.
Ingredients
Emulsifying wax, yellow soft paraffin, liquid paraffin.
Warnings and precautions
Please be aware that this product contains Liquid Paraffin which is highly flammable, keep away from open or gas fires or hobs and naked flames, including candles etc. and not to smoke when using these paraffin containing preparations.
Bedding and clothing should be washed regularly (preferably daily) to minimise the build-up of impregnated paraffin although it may not be completely removed, unless it is washed at a high temperature as paraffin is invisible and can accumulate over time
For external use only.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
Do not use if seal is broken.
Do not use after the expiry date shown on the label.
This product is typically dispatched within 1-2 working days from date of order
Please note that we do not operate at the weekends. Orders placed after 2pm Friday will not get processed until the following Monday morning.
Standard Delivery
Our standard delivery charge is £2.90.
We use a tracked 48 Hour service for our standard delivery.
Next Day Delivery
Due to COVID-19 we are not currently offering Next Day Delivery as our couriers are not always adhering to the delivery timescales, we will introduce this again in the future.
Prescriptions
Private prescription medicines are sent by courier, tracked 24hr delivery, free of charge (all private prescription items have a minimum order value of £5.00). NHS prescription medicines are sent by courier, tracked 24hr delivery.
Normal delivery charges will apply for non-prescription items in the same basket.
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