Acriflex Cooling Gel & Antiseptic Cream

What Is Acriflex?

Acriflex is a specialist skincare and first-aid brand focused on two key products: a cooling hydrogel for inflamed or sunburnt skin and an antiseptic cream for minor wounds and burns. Both are suitable additions to home, travel and workplace first-aid kits.

You can browse the full brand range in the dedicated Acriflex collection on Welzo, which currently includes:

• Acriflex Cooling Gel – a non-sticky hydrogel that cools and soothes inflamed, irritated or sunburnt skin.
• Acriflex Tube (Antiseptic Cream) – an antiseptic and soothing cream containing chlorhexidine gluconate to help prevent infection in minor cuts, burns and abrasions.

Acriflex sits within Welzo’s wider Antiseptics and Wound Care collections, alongside other trusted brands such as Sudocrem and Germolene.

Benefits and Features of Acriflex Products

Acriflex products are formulated to tackle two of the most common first-aid situations: inflamed, overheated skin and minor surface wounds. Key benefits include:

• Instant cooling relief – Acriflex Cooling Gel uses a hydrogel base to draw heat away from the skin and provide rapid soothing.
• Antiseptic protection – Acriflex Antiseptic Cream contains chlorhexidine gluconate to help reduce the risk of infection in small wounds.
• Support for minor burns & sunburn – ideal for kitchen burns, mild scalds and sun-exposed skin needing fast comfort.
• Hydrating action – gels and creams help keep damaged skin moist, which supports optimal healing conditions.
• Easy, non-greasy application – both products are designed to spread easily and absorb without excessive stickiness.

Many customers use Acriflex alongside products from related first-aid categories such as Cooling Gel Products, After Sun and the broader Skincare collection to build a complete skin-soothing toolkit.

Why Is Acriflex Important in First Aid?

Everyday life comes with a constant risk of minor skin injuries: hot pans, steam burns, sun exposure, grazes from sport, or small household cuts. Prompt cooling and basic antiseptic care can significantly influence comfort and healing outcomes.

Acriflex products help by:

• Cooling down overheated or sunburnt skin to reduce heat, stinging and tightness.
• Providing antiseptic protection on minor wounds to lower the risk of infection.
• Maintaining a moist environment that supports the skin’s natural repair processes.

For more complex dressings or longer-term wound support, many people combine Acriflex with dressings and plasters from the Bandages & Dressings and Compeed collections.

How to Use Acriflex Cooling Gel & Antiseptic Cream

Always read the packaging and follow the specific instructions. General guidance includes:

1. Clean the area gently
   For cuts and grazes, rinse with clean water and remove visible dirt before applying Acriflex Antiseptic Cream. For sunburn or mild burns, ensure the area is cool and free of lotions before using Acriflex Cooling Gel.
2. Apply a thin, even layer
   Spread a light layer over the affected skin. With cooling gel, you can often apply more generously to sunburnt or inflamed areas.
3. Avoid eyes, mouth and large deep wounds
   Acriflex is intended for external, superficial use only and should not be used on severe burns or deep, heavily bleeding wounds.
4. Reapply as directed
   Both products can usually be reapplied several times per day, following the pack instructions, especially if dressings are changed.
5. Cover if needed
   For small cuts or abrasions, apply the cream then cover with a plaster or dressing from the Wound Care collection to protect the area.
6. Seek medical help for severe injuries
   Large burns, chemical burns, deep wounds or signs of spreading infection (increasing redness, swelling, pus, fever) require professional assessment.

Types of Acriflex Products on Welzo

• Acriflex Cooling Gel
  A clear hydrogel designed to treat skin inflammation, minor burns and irritation. It cools on contact and helps calm redness and stinging, making it particularly useful after sun exposure or mild thermal injuries.
• Acriflex Tube (Antiseptic Cream)
  An antiseptic and soothing cream suitable for minor burns, scalds, cuts, blisters and abrasions. Ideal for inclusion in home or travel first-aid kits.
• Related support products
  For more comprehensive first-aid care, customers often combine Acriflex with items from Antiseptics, Wound Care and Children’s First Aid collections.

Popular Acriflex & Related First-Aid Choices

Welzo customers frequently purchase:

• Acriflex Cooling Gel for sunburn, minor burns and inflamed skin.
• Acriflex Antiseptic Cream for everyday cuts, grazes and small burns.
• Complementary skin-healing products such as Sudocrem and Germolene.
• Blister and friction protection from Compeed, and dressings from Bandages & Plasters.
• Post-sun care from the After Sun collection to support recovery after UV exposure.

Expert Insight and Safety Notes

For minor burns and sunburn, cooling the skin quickly (for example with cool running water, then a dedicated cooling gel) can help relieve pain and may reduce further tissue damage. Acriflex Cooling Gel is designed to continue that cooling effect while hydrating the surface.

For cuts and grazes, gentle cleansing followed by an antiseptic cream can help lower infection risk. Acriflex Antiseptic Cream, which contains chlorhexidine, provides local antimicrobial action while its cream base soothes dryness and irritation.

However, severe burns, large blistered areas, electrical or chemical burns and deep lacerations must be assessed by a healthcare professional as soon as possible. Over-the-counter creams are not sufficient for those situations.

How Welzo Selects Acriflex & Related Products

Welzo’s first-aid and skincare collections are curated to give customers access to established, evidence-informed brands. When including Acriflex in our Acriflex and Antiseptics ranges, we look at:

• Clinical role – clearly defined use for minor burns, sunburn and small wounds.
• Ingredient profile – inclusion of recognised antiseptic agents or cooling gel technologies.
• Compatibility with other first-aid items – easy to use alongside plasters, dressings and other creams.
• Real-world practicality – simple directions, suitable formats and pack sizes for home or travel kits.

Trust & Quality Assurance

As a UK-based health platform, Welzo focuses on authentic products, clear information and fast delivery. Acriflex is grouped with related wound and burn-care essentials so you can build a customised first-aid kit that fits your household, workplace or travel needs.

Customer Reviews and Experiences

Users frequently praise Acriflex Cooling Gel for its rapid soothing effect on sunburn and minor burns, and Acriflex Cream for being a dependable “go-to” antiseptic in their first-aid box. Many customers keep a spare tube or gel in the bathroom cabinet and travel bag for unexpected skin mishaps.

Acriflex FAQs

What is Acriflex used for?

Acriflex Cooling Gel is used for inflamed or sunburnt skin and minor burns, while Acriflex Antiseptic Cream is used for small cuts, grazes, blisters and minor burns to soothe and help prevent infection.

Can I use Acriflex on sunburn?

Yes. Acriflex Cooling Gel is specifically designed to cool and calm sunburnt or overheated skin. It can be used alongside other products from the After Sun collection if needed.

Is Acriflex suitable for children?

Acriflex is generally suitable for adults and children for minor skin injuries, but always read the label and follow age guidance. For very young children, or if you are unsure, seek advice from a pharmacist or doctor.

Can I use Acriflex under a dressing?

Yes. For small cuts or grazes, you can usually apply a thin layer of Acriflex Antiseptic Cream and then cover with an appropriate dressing from the Wound Care collection, unless the packaging states otherwise.

When should I not use Acriflex?

Do not use Acriflex on deep, heavily bleeding, infected or very large burns. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth and large raw areas of skin. If there is doubt, or if symptoms worsen or fail to improve, seek medical advice.

Where can I find all Acriflex products on Welzo?

You can view every Acriflex item, including Acriflex Cooling Gel and Acriflex Tube, in the dedicated Acriflex collection.