Theraplex® Helps “Beat the Heat”.

TIPS TO KEEP YOUR CHILD’S SENSITIVE SKIN COMFORTABLE THIS SUMMER:

Recommended by Dermatologists, Theraplex® Helps “Beat the Heat”.

As balmy summer weather heats up, it is not unusual for people to experience a dramatic increase in perspiration, often causing sensitive skin to “flare up.” This is especially true for children who have eczema. To help keep your child’s skin “cool in the shade,” the experts who make Theraplex® skincare offer summer tips designed to keep sensitivities in check.           

·        To help keep your child feeling cooler and drier, avoid the sun when it is at its strongest (from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m)

·        Apply a sunscreen SPF 30 or higher. Many pediatric dermatologists recommend physical sunscreens as they may be less irritating than chemical sunscreens.

·        If your child has been in the ocean or pool, rinse chlorine or salt off with a gentle cleanser and immediately apply a moisturizer such as Theraplex ClearLotion.  A light, fast penetrating emollient oil spray, ClearLotion has earned the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance. When applied to damp skin, it uniquely wraps around water on the skin's surface, sealing in moisture and replacing the natural oils that water and soap can strip away. After towel drying, ClearLotion leaves skin moisturized for hours without greasiness. And, because ClearLotion is a spray, you will be able to apply it to even the wriggliest of children!

·        Make sure your child drinks plenty of fluids.

·        For added protection and comfort any time of day or night, try Theraplex Eczema Therapy Moisturizing Skin Protectant with natural colloidal oatmeal. It also has earned the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance. This enriched moisturizing formula helps to relieve dry skin with superior moisturization that lasts for hours. It soothes your child’s dry, sensitive skin without parabens, fragrances, preservatives, or lanolin.

My Thoughts:

I've had sensitive, dry skin ever since I was a little girl. Finding the proper lotion and skin care regime has always been difficult. Not only do I try to avoid greasy moisturizers, but finding one that actually works all day to provide relief can be a challenge. When I read about Theraplex's ClearLotion I loved the idea. I've always applied my moisturizers after a shower since the pores are open from the heat. I'm a huge fan of natural oils too, so this product was ideal.

Application of the Theraplex ClearLotion is extremely easy and convenient! After a shower or swim, spray the lotion onto your skin. I like to rub it in with my hands to ensure I get every area. It immediately begins soaking in. Then, pat dry your skin with a towel and you're ready to continue your day! The ClearLotion does not stick or transfer to your towel so there's no need to worry about residue. It also does not leave a greasy feeling on the skin either. I began noticing a difference in the texture and softness of my skin after the first application. After a few weeks I can honestly say my skin looks and feels great! No dry bumps or dry patches! I am excited to keep using the Theraplex Clear Lotion.

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Ode to Feet: Some Summer TLC from Excipial!

Warmer weather means it’s time to break out those cute sandals and open-toed shoes – creating some high-profile opportunities for your feet. While sandals, flip-flops and pedicures allow you to put your “best foot forward,” the hard truth is wearing open shoes or going barefoot can lead to dry, cracked feet. To help, Galderma (the maker of Cetaphil) has recently launched urea-based products! 

Developed by dermatologists, Excipial’s 10% Urea Hydrating Healing Lotion and 20% Urea Intensive Healing Cream target problem areas, such as your heels, by conditioning, exfoliating and hydrating to soothe and promote healing of extremely dry skin. Urea is a natural component of the skin’s tissues and helps to maintain a healthy moisture balance and keep skin soft and supple.

My Thoughts: 

I have always had horribly dry and cracked feet. One of my favorite activities is walking outside barefoot. When summer comes around, I pull out my best flip-flops and sandals to go out. However, I have always been a bit insecure about the appearance of my feet, especially the heels. I have tried other products in the past, but nothing seemed to give my feet back the moisture they needed. When I read about the research and ingredients in Excipial's lotion and cream, I was thrilled to give it a try! 

The packaging of the products was quite intriguing. The Hydrating Healing Lotion has a large twist cap that makes it easy to dispense, and the Intensive Healing Cream as a flip cap. Both products had a different texture and amount of Urea present. Neither had any sort of scent, making it perfect for those sensitive to perfumes or strong smells that are potent in other lotions and creams. 

The Hydrating Healing Lotion was made up of 10% Urea, and is best if used all over the body. It is recommended for dry and itchy skin, as well as assisting in exfoliating rough skin. The texture is a thin yet rich consistency that spreads easily. It reminded me of sunscreen. I love to use this right after a shower to lock in moisture. I noticed a difference in my skin the very next day! My dry patches got better after each use.  

The Intensive Healing Cream with 20% Urea is a targeted product for hands, knees, feet and elbows. It helps to restore hydration in severely dry skin. It also heals thick and cracked skin, making it feel softer and smoother. The texture is a bit thicker than the other, but it spreads just as nicely and soaks right in. After letting the cream sit for a few minutes, it actually seemed to exfoliate my skin as well. Some of the dry skin appeared to be rubbing off. I applied the cream to my hands and feet before bed and after a shower a few days a week. Due to how dry my feet were, I would cover them in socks to help assist the cream in locking in moisture. They have never looked better!

I started using this product on April 20th. Already, my right foot is almost healed completely. The cracks on my left foot have began to fully close and reduce in size. Those were the worst ones. The coloring of my feet are looking better too. I am truly amazed! I know that healing the intense cracks I have will take time, but to see these types of results so quickly has me thrilled. I know if I continue using these products, it will only get better from here.  

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Skin+Pharmacy skin therapy line at CVS

No matter the skin concern, the NEW Skin+Pharmacy Advanced Skin Therapy collection has a solution, featuring moisture restoring technologies, that help improve skin’s texture and firmness while providing long lasting moisture retention effects (without a prescription!).

From hydrating body lotions and hand creams to diabetic moisturizers and healing gels, the powerful paraben-free products help achieve healthy skin from head to toe. Here are some favorites:

·         Stretch Mark Lotion – Features powerful peptide technology, Regu®-Stretch, to help reduce the appearance of stretch marks and peptide complex Vanistryl® to improve skin brightness while Hyaluronic Acid and botanical extracts including mango, aloe and shea butter help skin feel hydrated and moisture-rich.

·         3-in-1 Itch Relief Lotion – Magnetized Moisture Technology delivers enhanced hydration to improve and maintain skin’s moisture balance while colloidal oatmeal soothes itching and calms the look of skin irritation and redness.

·         Healing Gel – Features skin softener allantoin to heal dry, rough skin while stimulating cell regeneration for healthy skin and Magnetized Moisture Technology for continuous hydration.

Find Skin+Pharmacy at CVS

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My Thoughts

I got to try several of the Skin+Pharmacy products. The first one I tried is the Extended Moisture Hand Cream. I have had a horrible time with dry hands lately. I think it's because we keep going from hot to cold, to hot. I usually have to apply lotion several times to my hands, mainly my finger tips. With this, I was able to put it on once and it lasted for hours. It seems to be fragrance free as well.

The next product I tried as the 3-in-1 Itch Relief Lotion. This has been a life saver for my kids. They get itchy backs and scratch like crazy, sometimes leaving little cuts. I've been able to apply this to them after a shower and it's helped with the itching.

The third product I got to tr was the Extended Moisture Body Cream. This comes in a tub that you dip your fingers in to get the thicker lotion out to spread over your body. I used this a few times a week and I noticed softer skin. I'm not always a fan of the tubs of lotion, but I did like this one. It wasn't too thick and it wasn't too watery.

I really liked all three Skin+Pharmacy lotions. The bottle states these are exclusively sold at your local CVS/Pharmacy.