QV Intensive Ointment - 450g

QV Intensive Ointment for Dry and Sensitive Skin Relief

You can rely on this intensive moisturising treatment to provide long-lasting hydration for severely dry, cracked, or irritated skin. The ointment creates a protective barrier that helps prevent moisture loss whilst allowing your skin to heal naturally. Its thick, occlusive formula makes it particularly suitable for areas that require intensive care, such as elbows, knees, and hands.

This QV intensive ointment contains no fragrances, colours, or lanolin, making it suitable for people with sensitive skin conditions. You'll find it works effectively on both adult and children's skin, providing relief from dryness and discomfort associated with various dermatological conditions.

How This Intensive Moisturiser Works on Your Skin

The ointment works by forming a semi-occlusive layer on your skin's surface, which helps to reduce transepidermal water loss. This mechanism allows your skin's natural moisture levels to restore whilst protecting against environmental irritants that can worsen dryness.

You'll notice the ointment's thick consistency allows it to remain on your skin longer than lighter formulations, providing sustained moisturisation. This extended contact time helps to soften hardened skin and supports the natural healing process of damaged or compromised skin barriers.

Who Should Use This Moisturising Treatment

This ointment suits you if you experience persistent dry skin, eczema, dermatitis, or other conditions that cause skin barrier dysfunction. It's particularly beneficial for people whose skin doesn't respond well to lighter moisturisers or those who need intensive overnight treatment.

The formulation is appropriate for:

• Adults and children with eczema or atopic dermatitis
• People with severely dry or cracked skin
• Those requiring preservative-free skincare options
• Individuals with sensitive skin who react to fragranced products

You can use this ointment alongside other skin care treatments as part of your daily skincare routine or as directed by your healthcare provider.

Why Choose a Preservative-Free Formula

The absence of preservatives in this ointment reduces the risk of contact sensitisation, which can be particularly important if you have reactive or compromised skin. Preservatives, whilst necessary in many skincare products, can sometimes trigger allergic reactions or irritation in sensitive individuals.

This preservative-free approach means you can use the ointment with confidence, knowing it contains only essential ingredients needed for effective moisturisation. The formulation's stability is maintained through its anhydrous (water-free) base, which naturally inhibits bacterial growth without requiring chemical preservatives.

Clinical Suitability and Storage Requirements

This ointment has been formulated to meet the needs of people with compromised skin barriers and is suitable for long-term use when needed. You can apply it as frequently as required without concern for overuse, as it doesn't contain active pharmaceutical ingredients that could cause adverse effects with repeated application.

Store the ointment at room temperature and ensure the lid is tightly closed after each use to maintain its consistency and prevent contamination. The 450g size provides excellent value for regular users and families managing multiple cases of dry skin conditions.

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.