Aqueous cream is a non-greasy moisturizer that provides a layer of oil on the surface of the skin to prevent water escaping from the skin surface. The cream is made from a mixture of emulsifying ointment and water. Dry skin results from lack of water in the outer layer of skin cells. When it becomes dehydrated it loses its flexibility and becomes cracked, scaly and occasionally itchy. The outer layer of skin cells contains natural water-holding substances that keep water seeping up from the deeper layers of the skin, by a surface film of natural oil and broken-down skin cells, which slow down evaporation of water from the skin surface. Moisturisers including aqueous cream are helpful for all dry skin conditions, particularly eczema and dermatitis, which can get worse when the skin is able to dry out. When used regularly, Aqueous Cream helps to restore the skin's smoothness, softness and flexibility by helping the skin retain moisture. Aqueous cream can even be used in place of soap when washing to prevent drying the skin. In dry skin conditions including eczema, using a moisturizer regularly, even once the skin has improved, can help prevent flare-ups of this condition.
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I have been using aqueous cream on my hands for about 10 years now. I used to handle a lot of cardboard boxes and I found my the skin on my hands was starting to crack and sometimes even bleed. Although steroid cream would usually sort this out for a while, the problem kept coming back. None of the usual oil based creams did any good so my doctor suggested aqueous cream.
The transformation was (& is) nothing short of remarkable. You only need to rub in a small amount every day and your hands will be soft & smooth. Best of all, it is both cheap and ok for long term use.
My only criticism of the cream supplied by 'Chemist Connect' is that it is not the APS brand shown in the photo and that is the only reason I knocked off a star from my rating.
In my experience there are two types of aqueous cream available. Each of these come in many different brands. One has a smell to it and is bit greasy, the other is odourless and not greasy at all. I prefer the...
Verified Purchase This review is from: Aqueous Cream 100g TWIN PACK (Personal Care)
Verified Purchase This review is from: Aqueous Cream 100g TWIN PACK (Personal Care)
