WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DERMA SHIELD PLUS AND DERMA SHIELD ?
They are separate formulas but have the same barrier action. Derma Shield Plus however has an added bacteriostatic/fungistatic broad spectrum antimicrobial agent added. This will not support microbial growth. Further, two stabilizing components are present which assure a contamination - free product in the container and through the delivery system.
HOW DO THEY WORK ?
The Products are specially formulated ingredients which form a chemical molecular bond with the epithelial or top layer of the skin. The mesh-like bond actually keeps most elements from penetrating into the lower layers of skin where stains, odor retention and damage can occur. The would-be problem causing elements simply stay isolated on the skin's surface where they can be more easily cleaned off when you have completed your tasks.
WILL MY SKIN FEEL DIFFERENTLY ?
You will feel little or no difference when you are wearing the Products. They are non-greasy, non-sticky, and does not effect the sense of touch.
WILL THEY BLOCK MY NORMAL SKIN FUNCTIONS ?
NO! Even though these products have the ability to protect your skin from nearly everything, it still allows your skin to breathe and perspire normally, finally leaving the skin surface by normal sublimation.
HOW DO I USE DERMA SHIELD PLUS / DERMA SHIELD ?
Using these products is simple. All you have to do is:
1. Make sure the areas of skin that need protection are clean and dry.
2. Apply a golf ball size amount to the skin. Other skin areas will need varying amounts. Make sure the entire area is completely covered. Pay special attention to the cuticles and underneath the fingernails.
3. Rub the Product over the area you want to protect and let it dry.
4. When you want to remove something from your skin, simply rinse with water or wash with soap and water. The unwanted material is removed, but the products' protection remains for approximately 4 hours.
Note: (Certain substances are harder to remove from the skin than others and may require a solvent to remove completely. The Products' barrier not only protects you from the original substance, but it also protects you from solvents you may need to use for clean-up.)
HOW LONG DOES ONE APPLICATION LAST ?
Once the Product's applied and has a chance to dry, the protection will usually last up to 4 hours, depending on proper application and type of protection required. When exposed to harsh acids, application may have to be more frequent.
WHAT DOES IT PROTECT ME FROM ?
The Products help protect you from nearly everything that comes in contact with your skin. Some of the more common things it protects you against are: water, gasoline, dirt, oil, grease, cleaning solvents, harsh detergents, copy toner, most dyes and shoe polishes, poison ivy, paint, ink, glues, chemicals and provides temporary protection against most acids and bases, organic and inorganic. It also helps reduce allergies and skin discoloration from metals and much, much more.
WHAT IS CONTACT DERMATITIS ?
Contact Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin caused by an allergic reaction to contact with an animal, vegetable, or chemical substance; a condition that is commonly associated with many occupations.
IS IT NECESSARY TO WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING ?
In hazardous environments, the Products are only meant to be an additional and/or secondary protective barrier for your skin. Even though it is extremely effective against most skin abusers, it is not meant to replace normal protective clothing. If it is prudent, or your job description calls for gloves or any other type of protective clothing, wear it. Latex gloves often tear or may have small holes. In these cases, these products provide backup protection. It also helps protect against irritation that often develops from wearing gloves.
WHO SHOULD USE DERMA SHIELD PLUS / DERMA SHIELD ?
The Product's professional formula was originally developed for use in the Industrial and Medical environments. However, everyone can benefit from the protection of these products. It's not just for those people who work with harsh and hazardous substances every day.
HOW SAFE IS DERMA SHIELD PLUS / DERMA SHIELD ?
The Products are completely safe. Thousands of people, with varied skin types, are using these products successfully, without any adverse effects. It has nourishing ingredients such as Whole-Leaf aloe Vera and Vitamin E to help the skin maintain a healthy moisture balance. It is environmentally friendly, non-flammable. Note: (These products are for external use only and should not be taken internally.) In rare cases an allergic reaction may occur. If so, discontinue use.
WILL THEY PROTECT AN OPEN WOUND ?
The Products will not form a barrier over an open wound, cut or abrasion as long as it is emitting blood or lymph, but is will not be harmful either, so you can still apply these products for normal protection. When the wound is glazed over, these products help protect the tender, healing tissue and enhances the body's ability to heal itself.
IS DERMA SHIELD PLUS / DERMA SHIELD EFFECTIVE IN FIGHTING DIAPER RASH ?
The products, with their pleasant scent, is ideal in forming a barrier which prevents penetration of moisture and irritating elements that can cause diaper rash or other skin irritations often found with babies. The products work equally well on incontinent adults.
DO YOU NEED A WALL DISPENSER ?
We do offer a premium grade dispenser, which holds the 12oz and 17oz. can. Ideal for the bathroom or workplace. It comes complete with wall-mount screws.
THE PRICE IS TOO HIGH !
An application of the Product from a 12oz can costs only pennies per day (depending on end cost). The Products are very concentrated; there are approximately 25-30 applications per ounce. The Products will prevent costly losses and problems associated with skin problems. Employee health problems are a big concern to businesses.
ARE THERE ANY ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS WITH THE PRODUCTS?
NO! The propellant in the Products contain no fluorocarbons and does not harm the ozone layer.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PLUS / DERMA SHIELD BUILD UP ON THE SKIN WHEN USED VERY FREQUENTLY ?
NO! The Products dissipate (wear off) over time. The Product does not clog pores.
IS DERMA SHIELD PLUS / DERMA SHIELD GUARANTEED ?
We make no guarantees or warranties, expressed or implied, concerning the performance or protection of the Products. We believe these Products will protect normal skin from aqueous insults or irritants. This belief is based on testing in laboratories and under actual conditions. We believe the Products to be the best skin protectant cream available.
FROM WHAT DO THE PRODUCTS NOT PROTECT AGAINST ?
We know that the Products will not work against hydrofluoric acid and products formulated from hydrofluoric acid. The Product does not protect against mechanical burns. It also does not protect against sunburn.
WILL THEY PROTECT SKIN FROM THE MINUTE PARTICLES OF FIBERGLASS OR GRAPHITE ?
Yes, because these sub-micron particles are coated with moisture and in a sense are in aqueous form.
Latex Glove Questions
CAN SOMEONE APPLY DERMA SHIELD PLUS / DERMA SHIELD, AND STILL BE PROTECTED FROM THE VOLATILE COMPOUNDS IN RUBBER LATEX GLOVES ?
Yes, two applications of the Product are recommended.
WHAT ARE THE VOLATILE COMPOUNDS IN RUBBER LATEX GLOVES THAT CAUSE ALLERGIES ?
Most contact allergies are caused by mercaptopenzothiazole and zinc oxide, both of which are used as rubber "accelerations" in manufacturing.
IF A CLINICIAN'S GLOVES SHOULD RIP AND BLOOD EXPOSURE SHOULD OCCUR, WHAT IS THE RISK LEVEL ?
Tests have been conducted which demonstrate that blood and all other body fluids are repelled by the film created by the Products. Therefore, blood in direct contact with the skin is less likely to be absorbed and much more readily removed. The products could also protect those areas not covered by gloves (i.e. forearm, neck, face, etc.)
ARE THE PRODUCTS SUITABLE FOR USE IN MEDICAL SETTINGS ?
YES! The Products are manufactured under strict sanitary conditions in keeping with FDA standards. An antimicrobial agent, (Triclosan) is included in the DermaPlus products formula, helping to control bacteria, virus and fungi presence. Health care workers, physicians, dentists, nurses and others are relying on the protection these products offer. The effectiveness of skin barrier products in surgical scrub procedures is becoming widely acknowledged for protection of hands, face and other skin areas. The Products are advised for use to help protect the hands from the irritations of gloves and talc, as well as providing secondary protection in the case of small holes in the gloves or if tears occur. Simply apply the product, let it dry thoroughly, then proceed to perform tasks. The products will stay bonded to the skin for approximately 4 hours.
WILL THEY PROTECT AGAINST THE HARSH DISINFECTANT SOAPS USED IN HOSPITALS, ETC ?
Yes.
IF A PERSON PROTECTED BY DERMA SHIELD PLUS / DERMA SHIELD RECEIVES AN ACCIDENTAL SPILL OF A HAZARDOUS MATERIAL ON HIS SKIN AND WASHES IT OFF, SHOULD HE REAPPLY THE PRODUCT?
Yes.
IS IT EFFECTIVE UNDER MAKE-UP ?
Yes. The Product will protect skin from make-up allergies and makes make-up easier to remove.
WILL IT PROTECT AGAINST TOXIC PLANTS ?
Yes.
WILL IT PROTECT AGAINST PETROLEUM SOLVENTS ?
Yes.
WILL IT PROTECT AGAINST 50% CAUSTIC ?
Yes.
WILL IT PROTECT AGAINST HOT COOKING OILS ?
No.
WILL IT PROVIDE EMERGENCY PROTECTION AGAINST MINERAL ACIDS ?
Yes, but not against hydrofluoric acid.
WILL IT PROTECT AGAINST ADHESIVES ?
Yes, very effectively.
WILL IT PROTECT AGAINST LEAD, ARSENIC, AND CADMIUM ?
Metals such as lead, arsenic and cadmium have been effectively repelled by these protectants at military installations and private sector companies. Use of these products prevents contact dermatitis due to all three of these heavy metal ions.
The success of our products is due to the non-ionic and chemical inertness of the film formed by these products. At Hill Air Force Base, these products were very successful in protecting against acute cases of cadmium ion dermatitis for the employees, when they worked on the F-16 fighter.
These products were also successful in protecting against the Arsenic ion at Kennccott Copper Corporation.
IS DERMA SHIELD PLUS / DERMA SHIELD SAFE FOR HUMANS ?
Yes. The Products contain no toxic or hazardous compounds. Primary ocular, primary dermal and acute oral toxicity tests have been conducted on these Products and these Products are classified as non-toxic and non-
hazardous according to the Federal Hazardous Substance Act Regulations (16-CFR 1500).
IS IT FLAMMABLE ?
No. However, the propellant in the aerosol foam Product (the same as in shaving cream) is flammable.
CAN IT BE APPLIED OVER A SUNSCREEN ?
Yes, always apply sunscreen FIRST.
WILL IT PROTECT AGAINST SALTWATER ?
Yes.
WILL IT PROTECT NORMAL UNINJURED SKIN FROM BIOLOGICALLY CONTAMINATED FLUIDS ?
Yes. The Product will not protect open or wet wounds or mucous membranes.
WHY ARE THEY DIFFERENT FROM SKIN BARRIER PRODUCTS THAT HAVE BEEN ON THE MARKET FOR YEARS ?
Two Reasons:
1. The Products work. The skin protection of these products has been proven time and time again. Its' technology is new.
2. The Products are waterproof, which is a major reason for its' effectiveness. The directions on "old" skin barrier products advise the user to "wash off" after using. The Products are technologically advanced.
WHAT ABOUT COMPETITION ?
There are known similar products. The Products have been proven to be considerably more effective than all these. Also, the Products are marketed with technical support and service -- the other products are not.
WHAT IS THE MOST COMMON PROBLEM ASSOCIATED WITH DERMA SHIELD PLUS / DERMA SHIELD ?
Not applying the product correctly and often enough is the most common problem.
WILL IT PROTECT AGAINST KILN DUST PROBLEMS ?
Yes, very effectively.
CAN IT BE USED IN SILICON CIRCUITRY BOARD PLANTS AND IN INJECTION MOLDING PLANTS ?
Yes. There is no latent residual left when using these products.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PLUS PREVENT "SCARFING" IN CLEAN ROOMS AND SURGICAL ENVIRONMENTS ?
Yes.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PLUS PREVENT FUNGUS INFECTIONS (ie: ATHLETE'S FOOT, ETC.) ?
Yes, if applied correctly.
IS IT APPROVED FOR USE IN FOOD PROCESSING PLANTS?
No, but they can be used by food handlers - restaurants, cafeterias, etc.
IS DERMA SHIELD PLUS / DERMA SHIELD FDA APPROVED ?
Both Products are listed with the FDA as an over-the-counter (OTC) drug. The product is marketed according to the requirements of the FDA's Skin Protectant Monograph (21 CFR Part 347).
IS IT SAFE TO USE ON OR NEAR THE LIPS, EYES OR NEAR THE ENTRANCE TO THE NASAL PASSAGES ?
The product has been tested in government approved laboratories and shown to be non-irritating to any type of skin, including the lips. The only suggestion was not to apply the product to any mucous membranes. Tests conducted by the same labs proved the product to not be an eye irritant. The products produces no odors which would be damaging to the nasal membranes, the product is essentially odorless.
DOES THE APPLICATION OF LOTIONS OR CREAMS PRIOR TO DERMA SHIELD PLUS / DERMA SHIELD APPLICATION COMPROMISE THE PRODUCTS' ABILITY TO PROTECT OR BIND TO THE SKIN ?
The best way to use them together is to apply whatever cream or lotion desired, rub them very thoroughly into the skin, and then wash away residue which may be left on the surface of the skin. Then apply the Product as described on the label of the product. The ability of the Product to protect or bind to the skin will not be compromised.