Description
Epi-Shield is a water-based barrier cream for hands. In particular, it is made for people whose hands are washed often or come into contact with harsh substances, for example in healthcare, the food industry and personal care.
Why Your Hands Need a Barrier Cream
Repeated hand washing or working with harsh substances can remove the skin’s protective lipids (oils). As a result, the skin can dry out and become cracked and damaged. Therefore, Epi-Shield’s formula is designed to protect and shield the skin from this damage.
Epi-Shield’s Triple Action
1. Moisturises
Epi-Shield contains emollients or moisturisers, including propylene glycol, ceryl and oleyl acetate, that moisturise your skin and keep it soft and supple.
2. Protects
Epi-Shield contains dimethicone, which creates a fine barrier on your hands. In turn, this helps protect them against the effects of water and other harsh substances that may cause irritation.
3. Prevents
Epi-Shield contains triclosan, which helps inhibit the growth of transient bacteria, including MRSA, thus helping prevent the spread of infection.
Barrier Cream FAQs
What is a barrier cream?
A barrier cream leaves a fine protective layer on the skin. In Epi-Shield, for instance, this layer comes from dimethicone, which helps protect hands against water and other harsh substances.
Who is Epi-Shield for?
Epi-Shield suits anyone whose hands are washed often or exposed to harsh substances. For example, this includes healthcare, food industry and personal care workers.
Is Epi-Shield also a hand cream?
Yes. As well as forming a barrier, this water-based hand cream contains emollients that moisturise the skin.
What other sizes are available?
Epi-Shield also comes as a 1 litre refill, and you can use it with the Epi-Shield dispenser. Finally, see the full Epi-Shield range.
Hand Hygiene Guidance
For hand hygiene guidance in Ireland, see the Health Protection Surveillance Centre’s hand hygiene page.
Research and Literature
In addition, our safety data sheet, posters, audit sheet and study documents are available on request. To get copies, please contact us.
