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Incontinence cleansing. (Product Focus: Skin Care).


DawnMist[R] Perineal perineal /peri·ne·al/ (-ne´al) pertaining to the perineum.
Perineal
The diamond-shaped region of the body between the pubic arch and the anus.
 Wash from Donovan Industries is formulated to gently cleanse sensitive and irritated skin of the incontinent resident. This mild, soothing formula helps to clean, refresh and eliminate odors associated with the incontinent change procedure.

DawnMist and DawnMist[R] Premium Pre-Moistened Disposable Washcloths are high-quality, low-cost solutions to perineal cleaning and personal cleansing. Made with a strong, soft, nonwoven material, DawnMist Premium Pre-Moistened Disposable Washcloths are hypoallergenic hy·po·al·ler·gen·ic
adj.
Having a decreased tendency to provoke an allergic reaction.


hypoallergenic (hī´pōal´urjen´ik),
adj
 and alcohol-free to help reduce potential skin irritations.

DawnMist[R] Premium Barrier Cream protects the skin against the harmful acids found in body fluids. The DawnMist formula contains emollients Emollients
Petroleum or lanolin-based skin lubricants.

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, moisturizers moisturizers

hydroscopic agents, applied to the skin and hair, as creams, rinses or shampoos, to increase hydration of the stratum corneum. Examples are propylene glycol, glycerine and lactate.
 and aloe vera to soothe and soften irritated skin.

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Date:Sep 1, 2002
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