PROSHIELD◊ Skin Care

Helping to maintain skin integrity by protecting skin from exposure to bodily fluids such as faeces and urine1-5

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Helping managing moisture-related skin damage1-4

The PROSHIELD Skin Care range is formulated for use on both intact and injured skin as part of a skin care regime against moisture-related skin damage, such as incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD).1-4

  • PROSHIELD Foam & Spray Cleanser: Gentle5, pH-balanced6 and rinse-free, which eliminates the need to scrub delicate tissue1,2,6,7
  • PROSHIELD PLUS Skin Protectant: Easy to apply and remove8, offering a smooth, viscous and fragrance-free moisture barrier9-10
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Disclaimer

*Compared to prior standard of care
**Evidenced on incontinence-associated dermatitis and moisture lesions

For detailed product information, including indications for use, contraindications, precautions and warnings, please consult the product’s applicable Instructions for Use (IFU) prior to use.

Products may not be available in all markets because product availability is subject to the regulatory and/or medical practices in individual markets. Please contact your Smith+Nephew representative or distributor if you have questions about the availability of Smith+Nephew products in your area.

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Citations
  1. Flynn D, Williams S. Barrier creams for skin breakdown. Nursing & Residential Care. 2011;13(11):553 - 558.
  2. Ling L. Proshield skin care protective system: A sequence of evaluations 2011
  3. Maxwell J, Sinclair D. Treatment of Moisture Lesions in Children. 2012
  4. Meuleneire F. A New Solution in the Treatment of Moisture Lesions. 2010
  5. Claims Support - "Gentle / Low Irritation" and "non-irritating and non-sensitising". 2019. PSS390.
  6. Review of certificate of analysis for PROSHIELD FOAM & SPRAY Incontinence Cleanser. 2020. RD/20/015.
  7. Wall L, Vernon T. Launch of a Skin Care Regime to Reduce Incidence of Moisture Associated Skin Damage. 2016
  8. Howers L. Evaluation of Proshield Plus in Nursing Homes for Inclusion onto Formulary in a Healthcare Trust. 2012
  9. Review of Certificate of Analysis for PROSHIELD Plus Skin Protectant. 2019. RD/19/016
  10. Verification Report for the Viscosity of PROSHIELD Plus Skin Protectant. 2019. U/064/R3.
  11. Norris R, Bielby A, Freeman N, Piper B. Applying SSKIN bundle education and dermal pads in residential homes to improve the quality of care. J Community Nurs. 2015;29(2):41 – 47
  12. Glycerin (European Commision) (2019).
  13. Gottschalack TE, McEwen GN. Glycerin. In: Gottschalack TE, McEwen GN, eds. International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary and Handbook. 10th ed. The Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association; 2004:723.
  14. Hoggarth A, Waring M, Alexander J, Greenwood A, Callaghan T. A Controlled, Three-Part Trial to Investigate the Barrier Function and Skin Hydration Properties of Six Skin Protectants. Ostomy Wound Manage. 2005;51(12):30 - 42

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