healing aid after chemo and radiation therapy
help the treated skin regain its normal structure. These products have been developed specifically for this purpose.
Before starting radiotherapy, customers need information about how the treatment will affect them. Particularly with regard to skin reactions, preventive measures can go a long way towards reducing or even preventing them. Preventive measures are not only important for the patient’s quality of life – they also help to avoid interruptions to treatment due to severe skin reactions, which can reduce the chances of recovery. The skin’s reactions to radiation depend on the dose, the irradiation technique, the size of the radiation field, the individual’s skin type and the patient’s general condition (nutritional status, chronic illnesses, etc.). The skin on the head and neck, in the armpits, on the chest, in the groin, and in the urogenital/anal area is particularly sensitive—more severe acute reactions often occur in these areas. Thanks to improved radiotherapy techniques, only mild radiation reactions are now common.
Here are a few tips:
Apparel
> soft Apparel wear (e.g. certified organic-Cotton/silk)
> several times washed Products are more pleasant, there softer. Do not use fabric softener or tumble dryer sheets.
> none close-fitting Apparel (shirt collar, Bra etc.)
> irradiated, intact Skin as far as possible often uncovered let, there itself Air positive on worn out Skin affects
Personal care
> Skin with body-warm Water Showering/washing (e.g. HEALING EARTH Argan Verbena Shower Gel)
> to Baden refrain from
> mild, unscented, pH-neutral Soap Use (e.g. Theophil Berton SUPERMILD Olive Soap)
> at Shower Skin in Radiation range with the Hands soap
> at Radiation in Header: mild Shampoo use (e.g. B. baby shampoo), Blow-drying avoid (e.g. HEALING EARTH Argan Verbena Shower Gel)
> dry with a soft cloth, rubbing avoid. Only pure cotton, no linen as it is too rough)
> on sauna, Steam bath or Solarium visits refrain from
> none Shaving in Radiation field (Armpits, Genital area, Chest/Face at men), at most at most with Electric razor
> Deodorant without Additional by Aluminium may on intact Skin applied (e.g. DUKE CANNON NEROLI DEO)
Skin care
> unscented Moisturising cream with low Fat content (e.g. AminoDerme by BelCol)
> suitable are Creams without allergenic Substances, but with 3 – 5% Urea (e.g. Urea BelCol)
> the personal Skin care products should none Ingredients as Metals, Alcohol, Menthol or Phenol contained. Actually, not even in healthy skin.
> none containing perfume Products, Aftershaves or Make-up (e.g. Jane Iredale)
Bandages / Associations
> none Bandages on irradiated Skin (except Fixation the markings), due to the adhesive allergy.
> Fixation by Associations e.g. with Curling band, to the Skin before Adhesives to protect
Sunlight, Heat, Cold
> the irradiated Body regions by Apparel before Sunlight protect (light-proof hat, darker Silk scarf, darker Umbrella)
> After the end of radiotherapy, the irradiated skin remains sensitive to sunlight and should be protected with sun cream for the rest of your life (e.g. DELTA SPF30)
> none external Heat- or Sources of cold on irradiated Skin apply (Heating pad, Bottles, Ice pack etc.)
Excerpts from ‘Evidence-based guidance for patients undergoing radiotherapy’, Inselspital Bern (2019), based on the skin care recommendations of IG Pflege RAO-OPS (2016); References available on request
AminoDerme BODY CREAM is an excellent nourishing skin cream designed to regenerate the skin during its active phase. It supplies the skin with nutrients that counteract dryness. This unique and highly effective formula contains skin-friendly ingredients that result in a fresher appearance after just a few days. The main active ingredients are: micronised, plant-based collagen, which promotes the skin’s firmness. This helps to reduce fine lines. Prodew 400 is a patented active ingredient and contains 8 amino acids: betaine (30%), sodium PCA (10%), sorbitol (4.2%), serine (1.5%), Glycine (1.0%), Glutamic Acid (0.75%), Alanine (0.40%), Lysine (0.35%), Arginine (0.35%), Threonine (0.2%), Proline (0.1%)
Contents: 320 gram (CHF 0.12 / 1 gram)
Professional skin cream for post-radiotherapy care, burns (passive scars) and severe sun damage. Promotes collagen production. Radiation can take a heavy toll on our skin. Rejuvaskin has developed a skin-restoring cream specifically designed to help people undergoing radiotherapy. Our oncology cream combines herbs and natural chemical compounds that have been proven to support healthy skin. Provides radiation relief – our skin healing cream prepares your skin for radiation treatment. Use this radiation cream up to 2 weeks before your first session. Do not use within 1 hour of treatment. Strengthens, soothes and revitalises your skin – this calendula cream works with aloe vera to limit harmful reactions to radiation whilst supporting healthy skin. These ingredients nourish your skin whilst you undergo radiotherapy. SUPPORTS COLLAGEN FORMATION - Heal and soothe your skin with our glucosamine cream. Alongside bamboo and peas, glucosamine is an active precursor to collagen formation. This proprietary blend strengthens and helps to repair your skin. Super-hydrating burn cream – non-steroidal and non-irritating, our recovery cream is also ideal for sunburn treatment. This soothing sun cream contains hyaluronic acid to hydrate the skin and retain its moisture - a rash cream for after-sun care. Nourishes and supports the skin’s structure – Whilst primarily developed for patients undergoing radiotherapy, it is also an effective cream for relieving eczema. Excellent for sensitive and extremely dry skin, this itch-relief cream helps with eczema and sunburn. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acids Aloe vera Calendula