When to use Bepanthen FirstCaring for minor burns - Some causes of minor burns can be hot objects, hot liquids, steam, or the sun. There may be no blistering because they only involve the outside layer of the skin (the epidermis), but they can still be painful. If a burn blisters, it's because the outer layer of the skin and the inside layer (the dermis) are damaged.
• As soon as the burn happens, try to take quick action.
• Cool the skin under a running tap until the pain lessens – usually for at least 20 minutes
• Your cold tap water is generally at an appropriate temperature for cooling
• Pat dry with care
• Gently smooth on Bepanthen First Aid
• Apply a non-stick dressing if needed to protect the area
• Continue to reapply Bepanthen First Aid to provide a moist healing environment
See your healthcare professional if you are concerned.
Caring for grazed skin - Grazes, scrapes or 'gravel rash' are particularly common childhood injuries. The top layers of the skin are scraped off and small blood vessels are broken causing minor bleeding.
When treating grazed skin:
• Wash your hands first – broken skin can become infected
• Wash the wound with clean water if gravel or dirt is present
• Pat dry with care
• Gently smooth on Bepanthen First Aid
• Apply a non-stick dressing strip to the wound
• Continue to reapply Bepanthen First Aid to provide a moist healing environment
Encourage your child to leave the wound alone. Sometimes it is best left covered for a while to prevent picking or scratching the area. If you cannot remove dirt in the wound with gentle washing, if bleeding is persistent or if you are concerned, you should seek advice from your healthcare professional.
