Bring relief to dry, cracked skin
Dry skin and cracked, painful hands are a common ailment among the trade, but Big Wipes has come to the rescue with the launch of its specially formulated hand cream.
Dry skin and cracked, painful hands are a common ailment among the trade, but Big Wipes has come to the rescue with the launch of its specially formulated hand cream.
Our skin is constantly exposed to rising levels of pollutants and other irritants as a result of our modern lifestyles. Those working in a ‘wet’ environment where hands are regularly washed and exposed to chemicals and antibacterial soaps are also at an increased risk of irritant and allergic contact dermatitis.
With winter almost here, it is time for organisations to focus on protecting employees working in low and freezing environments. Stokoderm Frost, a specialist pre-work cream formulated by Deb, is designed to keep the hands, face and other exposed skin healthy in cold working conditions.
Arco will present their training and consultancy offer during this year’s Safety & Health Expo including its programmes on confined spaces, working at height and hazard control. The Hull-based family run company will also be hosting a variety of live demonstrations.
At work, the skin is often exposed to difficult conditions, whether that be due to the cold, frost, UV exposure or contaminants; from dust and solvents to oils and paints.
According to Deb, an innovator of skin care products, if health & safety managers invest in an effective high-factor sunscreen solution and a comprehensive employee training and education programme, then 90% of all skin cancer deaths could be prevented.
Refillable reservoir dispensers used to be the standard way to provide soap in washrooms – and many companies continue to hold on to these so-called bulk systems. Paul Jakeway, marketing director at skin care expert Deb, highlights why health and safety managers must better understand the inherent risks of bacterial contamination that bulk systems present, and explains why sealed cartridge dispensers are the safest, most efficient choice.
Those working in a ‘wet’ environment where hands are regularly washed and exposed to chemicals and antibacterial soaps are at an increased risk of irritant and allergic contact dermatitis.
“Many ordinary industrial products use ‘unfriendly’ chemicals that are cheaper than the real quality ingredients,” CKL Workwear Distribution says. “However, powerful cleansing without drying the skin is simply not possible with the cheaper chemicals, and your skin will pay the price difference with the frequent handwashing demanded in some workplaces.”
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