White soft paraffin and light liquid paraffin are ingredients commonly used in creams and ointments for dry skin conditions such as eczema. Here are some details about these products, including positive and negative aspects, and ingredients:
White Soft Paraffin:
- Description: White Soft Paraffin is a pH-neutral, non-irritant, powerful emollient which acts as a protective balm to deeply moisturize and lubricate dry, chapped and cracked skin.
- Ingredients: White soft paraffin consists of purified blends of semi-solid hydrocarbons extracted from petroleum. It is white since it is bleached, and might contain a suitable stabilizer to prevent oil separation.
- Positive aspects: White Soft Paraffin helps improve the overall health of your skin by diminishing dryness, preventing cracking and helping the skin retain its moisture.
- Negative aspects: White soft paraffin may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis) .
Light Liquid Paraffin:
- Description: Light Liquid Paraffin is an emollient (softening, soothing agent) used in the treatment of eczema and related dry skin conditions. It forms a protective film which moisturizes, soothes, softens and rehydrates the skin.
- Ingredients: Light Liquid Paraffin is a purified mixture of liquid hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum.
- Positive aspects: Light Liquid Paraffin is especially effective after washing and is suitable for people allergic to lanolin.
- Negative aspects: Light Liquid Paraffin may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis) .
Creams and Ointments:
- Creams and ointments containing White Soft Paraffin and Light Liquid Paraffin are used to counteract the loss of essential oils from the skin and are suitable for adults and children.
- Other ingredients in these creams and ointments may include Macrogol 1000 Monostearate, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Glycerol, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Alcohol, Citric Acid Monohydrate, Povidone, and Purified Water.
- These products should be used with caution, and users should avoid them if they are sensitive to any of the ingredients. If irritation or any other unwanted effects occur, users should ask their doctor or pharmacist for advice.
