If there is no PIP Code please use the full product name including the colour, size and any other options you require when requesting your prescription. Individually packaged, single-use wipes containing a no-sting silicone fluid that forms a transparent protective barrier film to protect intact skin from corrosive bodily fluids, including urine and faeces, or adhesives. Its barrier properties protect damaged and intact skin from the harmful effects of moisture, irritants and from potential skin damage caused by the application of adhesive wound dressings or stoma pouches. Moisturises and protects mildly damaged and intact skin by forming a waterproof barrier, preventing irritation from bodily fluids, adhesive products and friction. Incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) occurs when the skin is exposed to urine and/or faeces (Beeckman et al, 2015).

Ingredients comprise citric acid, cocamidopropyl PG-dimonium chloride phosphate, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, DMDM hydantoin, glycerine, laureth-23, poloxamer 188, purified water and fragrance. PROSHIELD ◊ Skin Care consists of two skin care products that are formulated for the prevention and management of IAD on both intact and injured skin (Meuleneire, 2010; Flynn and Williams, 2011; Maxwell and Sinclair, 2012; Wall and Vernon, 2016). Non-sting barrier film providing transparent, long-lasting protection (from 24 to 72 hours) from moisture-associated skin damage on intact and moderately damaged skin.Ninety evaluation forms were analysed, and the authors concluded that following the use of PROSHIELD ◊ Skin Care and in conjunction with education and product training, the products were easy to apply and remove, and led to positive patient feedback and a number of skin care benefits. Viscous, non-sting ointment that provides a resilient, hydrophobic protective barrier against moisture-associated skin damage. Will not affect the absorbency of incontinence pads or the adhesion of dressings or adhesive appliances. As a clinician, it is important that you are aware of the latest products and innovations that have the potential to improve outcomes for you and your patients.

Shah S, Cornell M, Ward AJ (1995) Evaluation of moisture through skin protectant barriers by paper chromatography. Ultra thin yet highly durable transparent polymer-cyanoacrylate barrier that attaches to wet, weepy surfaces and creates a protective environment designed to repel irritants and support healing.Can be used to protect against or manage moisture-related skin damage (MASD) such incontinence-associated dermatitis.

Its surfactant ingredient, Poloxamer 188, cleans skin without drying it out, while its solubilizer breaks down dried stool without the need for scrubbing. PROSHIELD PLUS Skin Protectant is a smooth and fragrance-free moisture barrier *9,10 to help protect and maintain skin integrity from exposure to faeces and urine, when used as part of the PROSHIELD System.Woo K, Beeckman D, Chakravarthy D (2017) Management of moisture-associated skin damage: A scoping review. Contains 25% urea, as well as other skin-nourishing ingredients that penetrate deeply into the skin for intense moisturisation and hydration. PROSHIELD® PLUS is a unique skin protectant that offers protection and adherence qualities that rival products with zinc oxide, but is as easy to apply and remove as petrolatum-based products. Proshield Plus Skin Protectant is designed to be used alongside a skin care regimen to protect both healthy and damaged skin from moisture-related skin damage such as incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) and pressure ulcers.

Proshield Plus Skin Protectantshould be gently smoothed over the area of intact or injured skin; do not rub in as this may cause friction. The foam helps to gently break down dried stool or hard to remove debris and is formulated to eliminate odour (Ling, 2011).

Wall L, Vernon T (2016 ) Launch of a skin care regime to reduce the incidence of moisture associated skin damage. Traditional soap and some cleansers require water to rinse but PROSHIELD ◊ Foam and Spray Skin Cleanser requires no rinsing (Flynn and Williams, 2011; Ling, 2011; Wall and Vernon, 2016) or the use of a separate moisturiser when used with PROSHIELD ◊ PLUS Skin Protectant and therefore has the potential to reduce the number of steps needed in the skin care regimen of a person with incontinence.