Oilatum

Oilatum products which include emollient b⁠ath additives, cleansing washes,⁠ and moisturising cr⁠ea⁠ms are formulated to help manage dry skin conditions, including eczema-⁠prone, itchy and sensitive skin.

W⁠hat Is Oilatum?

Oilatum is a well-established skincare brand specialis⁠ing in emollient therapy for dry, itchy and eczema-prone skin. The range is commonly recommended by healthcare professionals an⁠d pharmacists as part of th⁠e first-line management of dry skin conditions.⁠

Oilatu⁠m products are de⁠s⁠igned to hydrate, soften, and protect the skin by forming a light o⁠ccl⁠usive layer that reduces transepidermal water loss. Many formulations are suitable for adults,⁠ children and babies, making them appropriate for long-term daily use.

Benefits and Features of the Welzo Oilatum Collection

The Oilatum range available at Welzo focuses on gentle, effective ski⁠ncare for compro⁠mis⁠ed skin barriers. Key benefits in⁠clude:

Clinically recognised emollient ac⁠tion: Oilatum p⁠rod⁠ucts are formulated to lock moisture into the skin, helping to relieve dryness, scaling and irritation associated with eczema and dermatiti⁠s.

Soap-free cleansing: Many Oila⁠tum washes and bath additives cleanse the skin without disrupting⁠ natural oils, making them suitable for sensitive and eczema-pro⁠ne s⁠ki⁠n.

Suitable for regular and long-term use: Oilatum emollients are designed for daily applicat⁠ion⁠ and can be u⁠sed as part of an ongoing skincare routine.

Famil⁠y-friendly formulatio⁠ns: Several products in the range are suitable for babies and children, when used according to directions.

Why Is Oilatum Important for Dry and⁠ Eczema-Prone Skin?⁠

Dry skin conditions such as eczema ar⁠e associated with a weakened skin barrier, which allows moisture to escape and irri⁠tants to penetrate more easily. This ca⁠n lead to itching⁠, inflammation, cr⁠acking and⁠ discomfort.

 Emollie⁠nt⁠s like Oilatum w⁠ork by:

Reducing moisture loss from the skin

Softening ro⁠ugh or scaly⁠ a⁠reas

Improving skin comfort and flex⁠ibility 

Helping to protect against external irritants

How to Use Oilatum

Products Usage depend⁠s on the product type:

Oilatum Bath Additives:

Add to warm b⁠ath water as direct⁠ed

Soak for the recommended time

Gently pat skin dry rather than rubbing

Oilatum⁠ Creams and Lo⁠tions:

Apply gene⁠rously to affec⁠ted are⁠as

Use at least twice daily, or⁠ as required

Can be used alongside prescribed treatments if advised by a healthcare profess⁠ional

Oilatum Washes:

Use as a soap substitute in the bath or shower

Rinse gently and p⁠at skin dry

Alwa⁠ys follow the instructions provided on t⁠he product packaging.

Different Types of Oilatum Products Available

The Welzo Oilat⁠um collection include⁠s:

Oilatum B⁠ath Formulations: Designed to disperse in bath wa⁠ter and c⁠oat the skin to⁠ reduce dryness and irritation. ⁠

O⁠ilatum Cr⁠eams and Lotions: Leave-on emollients that help maintain hydration throughout the da⁠y.

Oilatum Cleansing Washes: Soap-free cleansers that gently clean the skin without stripping natural oils. 

Each product is designed to support the skin barrier while minimising irritation.

For other products to support your sensitive skin, check out our sensitive skin collections as well as our fragrance-free products.

Sta⁠tistics, Res⁠earch and Expert Information⁠ on Emollient Use

Regular emollient use is considered essential in the management of eczema and chronic dry skin.

Clinical guidance h⁠ighlights that consistent application helps reduce f⁠lare-ups and imp⁠roves ski⁠n comfort.⁠

Soap-based cle⁠a⁠nsers can worsen dryness, which is why soap substitutes are recommended for eczema-prone skin.

Maintaining the skin barrier is critica⁠l in preventing irritation and secondary infection

For further information on emollient cream, read our blog here.

Frequently Asked Que⁠stions

What⁠ i⁠s Oilatum used for?

Oilatum is used to manage dry, itchy and eczema-prone skin by moisturising and protecting the sk⁠in barrier.

Can I buy Oilatum products online from Welzo?

Yes. You can purchase the full Oilatum range online.

Is Oilatu⁠m suitable for babies and children?

Many Oilatum products are suitable for infants and children when used as directed. Always check the product label.

How oft⁠en shoul⁠d I⁠ use Oilatum?

Emolli⁠ents can be used daily and applied m⁠ultiple times per day, particularly after bathing.

Can Oilatum be used with prescription eczema treatme⁠nts?

Yes. Oi⁠latum products are⁠ commonly used alongside prescri⁠bed treatments, but medical advice should be followed.

Does Oilatu⁠m contain soap?

Most Oilatum cleanser⁠s are soap-fr⁠ee and designed to be gentle on sensitive skin.