Dermacool 1% Menthol in Aqueous Cream Pump – 500g

Dermacool 1% Menthol Aqueous Cream for Cooling Relief

Dermacool contains 1% menthol in an aqueous cream base, providing cooling relief for irritated and itchy skin conditions. This menthol aqueous cream offers a gentle, non-greasy formulation that absorbs easily into the skin whilst delivering the cooling properties of menthol. The 500g pump dispenser provides convenient application and helps maintain product hygiene during use.

You can use this dermacool menthol cream to help manage symptoms associated with various skin conditions including eczema, psoriasis, and general skin irritation. The aqueous cream base provides moisturising properties whilst the menthol component delivers the characteristic cooling sensation that many people find soothing for uncomfortable skin.

How Menthol Provides Cooling Relief

Menthol works by activating cold-sensitive receptors in your skin, creating a cooling sensation without actually lowering the skin temperature. This mechanism helps to temporarily reduce the perception of itching and discomfort. The 1% concentration provides effective cooling whilst remaining gentle enough for regular use on sensitive skin.

The aqueous cream base serves as an emollient, helping to soften and moisturise your skin whilst acting as a vehicle for the menthol. This combination addresses both the immediate discomfort through cooling and the underlying dryness that often accompanies problematic skin conditions.

Suitable for Various Skin Conditions

This itchy skin relief cream is particularly beneficial for people experiencing discomfort from eczema, psoriasis, or general skin irritation. The cooling properties can provide temporary relief from itching, whilst the moisturising base helps support your skin's natural barrier function. Many people find the cooling sensation particularly helpful during flare-ups of chronic skin conditions.

The product is suitable for:

• Adults and children over 2 years of age
• People with eczema seeking cooling relief
• Those managing psoriasis symptoms
• Anyone experiencing general skin irritation or itching

If you're managing eczema or similar conditions, you might also benefit from exploring our comprehensive range of skin care products designed to support various dermatological needs.

Preservative-Free Formulation Benefits

Dermacool is formulated without preservatives, making it particularly suitable for people with sensitive skin who may react to common preservative ingredients. This eczema cooling cream reduces the risk of additional irritation that can sometimes occur with preserved topical products. The absence of preservatives makes this menthol cream 500g particularly appropriate for long-term use in managing chronic skin conditions.

The pump dispenser design helps maintain product integrity without the need for preservatives by minimising contamination risk during use. This packaging approach ensures you receive a fresh application each time whilst maintaining the product's stability and effectiveness.

Storage and Clinical Suitability

Store this product at room temperature and keep the pump mechanism clean to maintain hygiene. The 500g size provides excellent value for regular users whilst the pump format ensures controlled dispensing. You should apply the cream as needed, typically 2-3 times daily or as directed by your healthcare provider.

This formulation is clinically suitable for most people, though you should perform a patch test before first use if you have particularly sensitive skin. The gentle nature of the aqueous cream base combined with the therapeutic concentration of menthol makes this product appropriate for both acute symptom management and ongoing maintenance care.

This product is a medicine. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before using if you have an underlying medical condition or are taking other medicines.