What’s the best way to prevent skin irritation, rash and discomfort caused by skin contact with urine or feces? Regular use of pH balanced, soap-free perineal skin cleansers and protective moisture barrier cream.

People who experience urinary and/or fecal incontinence are commonly at risk for skin breakdown, wounds and infection. The risk is increased when people are confined to a bed or wheelchair. Special care must be taken to prevent skin breakdown by keeping the skin clean, protected and dry.

Here are some incontinence skin care suggestions from TotalHomeCareSupplies.com:

• Have a systematic skin inspection once per day

• Skin cleansing should occur at the time of soiling and at routine intervals

• Change incontinence products immediately after soiling

• Minimize environmental factors leading to skin drying, such as low humidity. Dry skin should be treated with specially formulated incontinence care moisturizers

Recommended perineal skin cleansers:

FNC Medical Ca-Rezz Original Wash FNC10316 – This popular and very effective cleanser is a no-rinse wash formulated with antibacterial, deodorizing ingredients to kill common germs. Alcohol free, no-sting formula. pH balanced. Ready to use, convenient 16 ounce spray bottle for $6.35

Convatec Aloe Vesta Perineal Skin Cleanser SQ 324709 – Another commonly used no-rinse spray that’s mild and effective for any skin type. Formulated with aloe vera gel to soothe and moisturize irritated skin. Alcohol free, pH balanced with a light lemon scent. 8 ounce bottle for $3.15

Recommended perineal skin creams:

FNC Medical Ca-Rezz Cream – The perfect companion to Ca-Rezz wash spray. This is a 3 in 1 product that’s prevention, treatment and protection all in one! Formulated with calamine, allantoin, aloe vera and vitamins A, D and E to soothe and enable healing of fragile skin. Economical 9 ounce tube for $7.35

Bard Special Care Cream – A wonderful moisturizing cream with vitamins A, B5, D and E plus aloe vera, glycerin and safflower oil. Non-greasy formula readily absorbs into skin, excellent for scaly skin and pressure points. Fragrance free, lanolin free and petrolatum free. Economical 9 ounce tube for $12.32

Aloe Vesta 3 in 1 Protective Ointment – Often used in conjunction with Aloe Vesta skin cleanser, this is an ideal barrier treatment for routine use in incontinence skin care. Moisturizes and protects skin with protein-rich emollients to condition and restore skin to its natural moisture balance. Petrolatum-based. 8 ounce flip-top tube for $13.14

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