"Shielding lotions are lotions that form a protective shield with the outer layer of skin and help keep out irritants and chemicals. They also allow the natural oils and moisture to remain in the skin so it can heal better. It is a big advantage that shielding lotions are light and go on without a greasy mess. Your skin needs help to keep out these moisture-robbing irritants. A fundamental difference between Shielding Lotions and traditional lotions are that Shielding Lotions enhance the skin's own
natural protective abilities by turning the outer layer of skin into what could be described as a hydrating invisible shield making them many times more effective than mere protective lotions and moisturizing creams."
Shielding lotion as a dry skin care product
"When your skin gets dry and itchy you know that the protective outer layer of skin has been stripped away. In southern Minnesota most people need to use a shielding lotion like Gloves In A Bottle. In the winter they all get very dry skin. We recommend shielding lotion as a dry skin care treatment. We also recommend shielding lotions for anyone who is exposed to chemicals in their work environment. Your skin is exposed to irritants and chemicals almost every day, even in a normal household environment, so a shielding lotion can be useful to most people. And it won’t create the negative moisture message skin can get from conventional lotions. The artificial moisturizers in conventional creams and lotions can send a signal to the moisture producing parts of your skin that enough moisture is present. Your skin then makes less of the natural moisture needed to resolve a dry skin problem. With a shielding lotion you protect your own natural oils and moisture in the skin, so it heals faster."
Dr. Peter Helton, board-certified dermatologist, Newport Beach, California:
"Your skin wasn't designed to deal with soap and the thousands of other everyday chemicals you come into contact with each day. Nearly everyone's skin is exposed to harmful chemicals on and off the job. That is why Shielding Lotions are so important. They help prevent exposure by bonding with and protecting the skin. A shielding lotion will not only add moisture to your skin, but also help stop the loss of your natural moisture."
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