Who discovered Sudocrem?
Sudocrem has been soothing skin since 1931 Our story began in 1931 when Pharmacist Professor Thomas Smith blended together a unique formula of active ingredients that brought together the best of nature and science to effectively soothe and help to heal baby’s nappy rash as well as other skin conditions.
Why is Sudocrem so good?
Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream is gentle, so it won’t sting on application. It can reduce the risk of infection and contains a mild local anaesthetic to soothe pain. It also helps a wound to heal and forms a protective barrier over the vulnerable area.
Is Sudocrem meant to itch?
Potential side effects of Sudocrem include itching and burning at the site where it’s applied.
Can I use Sudocrem on my private area?
– Do not use powder, baby wipes, adult bath products or medicines on their genital area. A barrier cream such as Sudocrem can be used if the skin is sore. Do not apply any other types of creams unless advised by your GP.
Can I use Sudocrem on my face?
Sudocrem uses go beyond dealing with spots it also acts as one of the best face moisturisers around.
Can you put Sudocrem on broken skin?
Sudocrem provides gentle yet effective relief from cuts, grazes and minor burns. It helps to heal wounds by forming a protective layer over the vulnerable area, reducing the risk of infection, and also contains a mild local anaesthetic to soothe discomfort.
Does Sudocrem help wrinkles?
Sudocream contains zinc, which is a natural astringent that will tighten the skin’s elastin fibre and ease the appearance of wrinkles.
What are the side effects of Sudocrem?
No case of overdose has been reported. If large amounts are swallowed accidentally, this may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, CNS stimulation and convulsions. Symptomatic treatment should be provided.
How do you wash off Sudocrem?
First remove as much of the thick cream as you can using a blunt knife. Then simply mix one part washing up liquid to two parts warm water to make a solution and apply this to the Sudocrem marks with a flannel or cleaning brush to work the remaining stain out.
Can you use Sudocrem everyday?
Sudocrem Care & Protect helps to protect your baby’s skin from the causes of nappy rash. It’s gentle and effective enough to use everyday, at each nappy change.
How long should you leave Sudocrem on spots?
Granted this is not a one-product miracle it is layered on top of 10 other cleansers, toners, acids, and oils. Then, just as a final touch I add a dab of the cream directly on to the spot and leave it on overnight.
Can I put Sudocrem on thrush?
It is often mistaken for thrush or urine infections. It occurs because the area is vulnerable to irritation and may be made worse by soaps, bubble baths, dampness and not wiping front to back after using the toilet. Protection of the area with a barrier cream (bepanthen, sudocrem) is often the best treatment.
Does Sudocrem clog pores?
The reason the cream works so well as a nappy rash cream is because of the soothing skin barrier repair ingredient of lanolin, which can unfortunately be highly comedogenic (meaning it can clog pores) for those with acne.
Who owned Sudocrem?
It was manufactured by pharmaceutical company Forest Laboratories Europe up until July 2014 when the company was acquired by, and combined with, Actavis plc. On March 17, 2015, Actavis completed the acquisition of Allergan, creating a $23 billion diversified global pharmaceutical company.
Is Sudocrem good for tattoos?
Sudocrem contains strong astringents and disinfectants that are too strong for sensitive freshly-tattooed skin. Sudocrem isn’t suitable for use on tattoos because: It leaves a white film on the skin. It fades tattoo pigments.
Does Sudocrem heal?
Sudocrem provides gentle yet effective relief from cuts, grazes and minor burns. It helps to heal wounds by forming a protective layer over the vulnerable area, reducing the risk of infection, and also contains a mild local anaesthetic to soothe discomfort.
Is Sudocrem OK for dogs?
Sudocrem. This can be used in dogs and cats in small amounts. Sudocrem contains zinc-oxide which is highly toxic to birds. Zinc-oxide is also toxic to dogs and cats if ingested in large quantities, but applying a thin layer of sudocrem to sore or irritated skin is generally safe and can be beneficial.