Thu. Oct 10th, 2024

STERIL-EEZE, PROTECTION FOR WINTER HANDS

Winter poses extra problems for skin, because the air is dryer, both indoors and outdoors, and the moisture content of the epidermis (the top layer of skin) drops.  Add in the problem of 2020 ‘lockdown hands’ which are already dry and sore from using hand sanitiser and you have all the ingredients for severely irritated winter hands. Help is at hand with Steril-eeze – alcohol free and pH neutral, it is scientifically proven to kill 99.99% of viruses and bacteria, whilst still being kind to hands, so you can keep sanitising like you’ve just chopped chillies.

Steril-eeze is formulated with hypochlorous, a substance naturally occurring in the human body to fight off infection.  Steril-eeze replicates the body’s own production of hypochlorous, and it not only kills 99.99% of viruses and bacteria but it’s also gentle on skin. In fact clinical studies have shown the benefits of hypochlorous in treating various skin disorders such as dermatitis and pruritus (itching skin)¹ partly due to its anti-inflammatory properties, so rest assured it will be kind to your winter hands.

Says Dr Sarah Jarvis, Medical Advisor to Steril-eeze, “Winter is bad for your skin. Your skin hates it when it’s too hot, too cold, too dry or too windy and we’re likely to have all of those this winter. And when I talk about hot and dry, you may not think that when you look out of the window, but of course, we all come back into centrally heated houses where it’s very warm and the atmosphere is very dry. All of these things can dry your skin out.  Please don’t compromise by just not washing your hands and make sure you have a really good supply of moisturiser that you can use after you wash your hands, and maybe keep a small one in your pocket for when you’re out. Please don’t compromise either on using a hand sanitiser. If you get dry skin then you may find that using a 60%+ alcohol gel makes your skin worse, in which case try a hand sanitiser that contains 300 ppm hypochlorous acid.”

Steril-eeze is suitable for all the family, including children and those with sensitive skin conditions and contains 300 ppm hypochlorous acid. Spray 4 – 6 times onto dry hands, rub together ensuring all areas of the hands have been covered, and let skin dry naturally. Steril-eeze is quick drying, non-sticky, and is available in 3 different sizes:

50 ml RRP £2.49. 100 ml RRP £3.99. 250 ml RRP £7.49

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By Penny McCarthy

Penny McCarthy is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Parents News UK, a pioneering publication launched in 1993 to serve the needs of busy parents in Southwest London. Alongside her husband, Fergus McCarthy, Penny played a crucial role in the rapid expansion of the printed edition, which grew from a local startup to a widely circulated monthly publication with a reach of 192,000 copies across Kent, South London, and beyond. Under Penny’s leadership, Parents News quickly became a trusted resource for families, providing valuable information on education, entertainment, sports, and family-friendly events. Her vision helped the publication extend its influence with franchises in Northern Ireland and Cornwall, catering to a growing demand for accessible, family-oriented content. In 1997, recognising the importance of digital media, Penny spearheaded the launch of Parents News UK Online. The website initially mirrored the content of the printed editions and has since evolved into a comprehensive online resource for parents, achieving significant popularity with up to 700 daily hits. In 2017, the publication transitioned fully to an online platform, continuing to inform and engage families across the UK. Today, Penny remains deeply involved in the ongoing success of Parents News UK, focusing on innovative advertising opportunities and future growth plans. Her dedication to supporting families through accessible and practical content has made Parents News a cherished name in households across the country.

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