FAQ
 Frequently Asked Questions regarding
DermaShield™
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Frequently Asked
Questions regarding DermaShield™
HOW
DOES DERMA SHIELD WORK ?
Derma Shield has specially formulated ingredients,
which form a chemical molecular bond with the epithelial or top layer
of the skin. The mesh-like bond actually keeps most elements from
penetrating into the lower layers of skin where stains, odour retention
and damage can occur. The would-be problem causing elements simply stay
isolated on the skin's surface where they can be more easily cleaned
off when you have completed your tasks.
WILL MY SKIN FEEL DIFFERENTLY ?
You will feel little or no difference when you are wearing the Derma
Shield. They are non-greasy, non-sticky, and does not effect the sense
of touch.
WILL DERMA SHIELD BLOCK MY NORMAL SKIN
FUNCTIONS ?
NO! Even though Derma Shield has the ability to protect your skin from
nearly everything, it still allows your skin to breathe and perspire
normally, finally leaving the skin surface by normal sublimation.
HOW DO I USE DERMA SHIELD ?
Using Derma Shield is simple. All you have to do is: 1. Make sure the
areas of skin that need protection are clean and dry. 2. Apply a golf
ball size amount to the skin. Other skin areas will need varying
amounts. Make sure the entire area is completely covered. Pay special
attention to the cuticles and underneath the fingernails. 3. Rub the
Product over the area you want to protect and let it dry. 4. When you
want to remove something from your skin, simply rinse with water or
wash with soap and water. The unwanted material is removed, but the
products' protection remains for approximately 4 hours. Note: (Certain
substances are harder to remove from the skin than others and may
require a solvent to remove completely. The Products' barrier not only
protects you from the original substance, but it also protects you from
solvents you may need to use for clean up.)
HOW LONG DOES ONE APPLICATION LAST ?
Once the Product is applied and has a chance to dry, the protection
will usually last up to 4 hours, depending on proper application and
type of protection required. When exposed to harsh acids, application
may have to be more frequent.
WHAT DOES IT PROTECT ME FROM ?
Derma Shield helps protect you from nearly everything that comes in
contact with your skin. Some of the more common things it protects you
against are: water, gasoline, dirt, oil, grease, cleaning solvents,
harsh detergents, copy toner, most dyes and shoe polishes, poison ivy,
paint, ink, glues, chemicals and provides temporary protection against
most acids and bases, organic and inorganic. It also helps reduce
allergies and skin discolouration from metals and much, much more.
WHAT IS CONTACT DERMATITIS ?
Contact Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin caused by an allergic
reaction to contact with an animal, vegetable, or chemical substance; a
condition that is commonly associated with many occupations.
IS IT NECESSARY TO WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING ?
In hazardous environments, only meant to be an additional and/or
secondary protective barrier for your skin. Even though it is extremely
effective against most skin abusers, it is not meant to replace normal
protective clothing. If it is prudent, or your job description calls
for gloves or any other type of protective clothing, wear it. Latex
gloves often tear or may have small holes. In these cases, these
products provide backup protection. It also helps protect against
irritation that often develops from wearing gloves.
WHO SHOULD USE DERMA SHIELD ?
Derma Shield's professional formula was originally developed for use in
the Industrial and Medical environments. However, everyone can benefit
from the protection of this product. It's not just for those people who
work with harsh and hazardous substances every day.
HOW SAFE IS DERMA SHIELD ?
Derma Shield is completely safe. Thousands of people, with varied skin
types, are using this product successfully, without any adverse
effects. It has nourishing ingredients such as Whole-Leaf Aloe Veer and
Vitamin E to help the skin maintain a healthy moisture balance. It is
environmentally friendly, non-flammable. Note: (These products are for
external use only and should not be taken internally.) In rare cases an
allergic reaction may occur. If so, discontinue use.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PROTECT AN OPEN WOUND ?
Derma Shield will not form a barrier over an open wound, cut or
abrasion as long as it is emitting blood or lymph, but is will not be
harmful either, so you can still apply these products for normal
protection. When the wound is glazed over, Derma Shield will help
protect the tender, healing tissue and enhances the body's ability to
heal itself.
DERMA SHIELD SUITABLE FOR USE IN MEDICAL
SETTINGS ?
YES! Derma Shield is manufactured under strict sanitary conditions in
keeping with FDA standards. {USA Only}
An antimicrobial agent, (Triclosan) is included in the Derma Plus
products formula, helping to control bacteria, virus and fungi
presence. [** Contact Us Regarding Derma Plus**]
Health care workers, physicians, dentists, nurses and others are
relying on the protection that Derma Shield offers. The effectiveness
of skin barrier products in surgical scrub procedures is becoming
widely acknowledged for protection of hands, face and other skin areas.
Derma Shield helps protect the hands from the irritations of gloves and
talc, as well as providing secondary protection in the case of small
holes in the gloves or if tears occur. Simply apply the Derma Shield,
let it dry thoroughly, and then proceed to perform tasks. The products
will stay bonded to the skin for approximately 4 hours.
IS DERMA SHIELD EFFECTIVE IN FIGHTING DIAPER
RASH ?
Derma Shield, with its pleasant scent, is ideal in forming a barrier,
which prevents penetration of moisture, and irritating elements that
can cause diaper rash or other skin irritations often found with
babies. Derma Shield works equally well on incontinent adults.
THE PRICE IS TOO HIGH !
An application of Derma Shield costs only cents per day and is very
economical. Derma Shield is very concentrated; there are * 210
applications per 170 gram [ 6 oz ] can. Derma Shield will prevent
costly losses and problems associated with skin problems. Employee
health problems are a big concern to businesses. *Applications per can
are based on the typical amount used to protect the hands only*
WHY IS DERMA SHIELD IN AN AEROSOL FORM ?
Derma Shield has a unique chemical emulsion, and it was necessary to
put it in aerosol form because of enhanced spreadability and more
economical, beneficial to end-users.
ARE THERE ANY ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS WITH
DERMA SHIELD ?
NO! The propellant in Derma Shield contains no fluorocarbons and does
not harm the ozone layer.
WILL DERMA SHIELD BUILD UP ON THE SKIN WHEN
USED VERY FREQUENTLY ?
NO! Derma Shield dissipates (wear off) over time. Derma Shield does not
clog pores.
IS DERMA SHIELD GUARANTEED ?
We make no guarantees or warranties, expressed or implied, concerning
the performance or protection of Derma Shield. We believe Derma Shield
will protect normal skin from aqueous insults or irritants. This belief
is based on testing in laboratories and under actual conditions. We
believe Derma Shield to be the best skin protectant cream available.
FROM WHAT DOES DERMA SHIELD NOT PROTECT
AGAINST ?
We know that the Derma Shield will not work against hydrofluoric acid
and products formulated from hydrofluoric acid. Derma Shield does not
protect against mechanical burns. It also does not protect against
sunburn.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PROTECT SKIN FROM THE
MINUTE PARTICLES OF FIBERGLASS OR GRAPHITE ?
Yes, because these sub-micron particles are coated with moisture and in
a sense are in aqueous form.
CAN SOMEONE APPLY DERMA SHIELD, AND STILL BE
PROTECTED FROM THE VOLATILE COMPOUNDS IN RUBBER LATEX GLOVES ?
Yes, two applications of Derma Shield recommended.
WHAT ARE THE VOLATILE COMPOUNDS IN RUBBER
LATEX GLOVES THAT CAUSE ALLERGIES ?
Most contact allergies are caused by mercaptopenzothiazole and zinc
oxide, both of which are used as rubber "accelerations" in
manufacturing.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PROTECT AGAINST THE HARSH
DISINFECTANT SOAPS USED IN HOSPITALS, ETC ?
Yes.
IF A PERSON PROTECTED BY DERMA SHIELD
RECEIVES AN ACCIDENTAL SPILL OF A HAZARDOUS MATERIAL ON HIS SKIN AND
WASHES IT OFF, SHOULD HE REAPPLY DERMA SHIELD ?
Yes.
IS DERMA SHIELD EFFECTIVE UNDER MAKE-UP ?
Yes. Derma Shield will protect skin from make-up allergies and makes
make-up easier to remove.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PROTECT AGAINST TOXIC
PLANTS ?
Yes.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PROTECT AGAINST PETROLEUM
SOLVENTS ?
Yes.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PROTECT AGAINST 50% CAUSTIC
?
Yes.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PROTECT AGAINST HOT COOKING
OILS ?
No.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PROVIDE EMERGENCY
PROTECTION AGAINST MINERAL ACIDS ?
Yes, but not against hydrofluoric acid.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PROTECT AGAINST ADHESIVES ?
Yes, very effectively.
IS DERMA SHIELD SAFE FOR HUMANS ?
Yes. Derma Shield contains no toxic or hazardous compounds. Primary
ocular, primary dermal and acute oral toxicity tests have been
conducted on Derma Shield and are classified as non-toxic and
non-hazardous according to the Federal Hazardous Substance Act
Regulations (16-CFR 1500). {USA ONLY}
IS DERMA SHIELD FLAMMABLE ?
No. However, the propellant in Derma Shield (the same as in shaving
cream) is flammable.
CAN DERMA SHIELD BE APPLIED OVER A SUNSCREEN ?
Yes, always apply sunscreen FIRST.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PROTECT AGAINST SALTWATER ?
Yes.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PROTECT NORMAL UNINJURED
SKIN FROM BIOLOGICALLY CONTAMINATED FLUIDS ?
Yes. Derma Shield will not protect open or wet wounds or mucous
membranes.
WHY ARE THEY DIFFERENT FROM SKIN BARRIER
PRODUCTS THAT HAVE BEEN ON THE MARKET FOR YEARS ?
Two Reasons: 1. Derma Shield works. The skin protection of this product
has been proven time and time again. Its' technology is new. 2. Derma
Shield is waterproof, which is a major reason for its' effectiveness.
The directions on "old" skin barrier products advise the user to "wash
off" after using. Derma Shield technologically advanced.
WHAT ABOUT COMPETITION ?
There are known similar products. Derma Shield has been proven to be
considerably more effective than all these. Also, Derma Shield is
marketed with technical support and service -- the other products are
not.
WHAT IS THE MOST COMMON PROBLEM ASSOCIATED
WITH DERMA SHIELD ?
Not applying the Derma Shield correctly and often enough is the most
common problem.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PROTECT AGAINST KILN DUST
PROBLEMS ?
Yes, very effectively.
CAN DERMA SHIELD BE USED IN SILICON CIRCUITRY
BOARD PLANTS AND IN INJECTION MOLDING PLANTS ?
Yes. There is no latent residual left when using Derma Shield.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PREVENT "SCARFING" IN CLEAN
ROOMS AND SURGICAL ENVIRONMENTS ?
Yes.
WILL DERMA SHIELD PREVENT FUNGUS INFECTIONS
(ie: ATHLETE'S FOOT, ETC.) ?
Yes, if applied correctly.
IS DERMA SHIELD APPROVED FOR USE IN FOOD
PROCESSING PLANTS?
No, but they can be used by food handlers - restaurants, cafeterias,
etc.
IS DERMA SHIELD FDA APPROVED ?
Derma Shield is listed with the FDA as an over-the-counter (OTC) drug.
{USA ONLY} Derma Shield is marketed according to the requirements of
the FDA's Skin Protectant Monograph (21 CFR Part 347). {USA ONLY}
IS DERMA SHIELD SAFE TO USE ON OR NEAR THE
LIPS, EYES OR NEAR THE ENTRANCE TO THE NASAL PASSAGES ?
Derma Shield has been tested in government approved laboratories and
shown to be non-irritating to any type of skin, including the lips. The
only suggestion was not to apply the Derma Shield to any mucous
membranes. Tests conducted by the same labs proved Derma Shield to not
be an eye irritant. Derma Shield produces no odours, which would be
damaging to the nasal membranes, the product is essentially odourless.
IF A CLINICIAN'S GLOVES SHOULD RIP AND BLOOD
EXPOSURE SHOULD OCCUR, WHAT IS THE RISK LEVEL ?
Tests have been conducted which demonstrate that blood and all other
body fluids are repelled by the film created by Derma Shield.
Therefore, blood in direct contact with the skin is less likely to be
absorbed and much more readily removed.
DOES THE APPLICATION OF LOTIONS OR CREAMS
PRIOR TO DERMA SHIELD APPLICATION COMPROMISE THE PRODUCTS' ABILITY TO
PROTECT OR BIND TO THE SKIN ?
The best way to use them together is to apply whatever cream or lotion
desired, rub them very thoroughly into the skin, and then wash away
residue which may be left on the surface of the skin. Then apply the
Derma Shield as described on the label of the product. The ability of
Derma Shield to protect or bind to the skin will not be compromised.
