Prevention
Since the development of Nivea Skin Creme by German pharmacists in the late 1800s, a huge array of topical skin moisturizers have been introduced on the worldwide market. Today, many excellent creams and lotions, commonly based on vegetable oils/butters, petroleum oils/jellys, and even lanolin are widely available. As a preventative measure, such products may be rubbed onto the affected area as needed (often every other day) to prevent dry skin. Use a pat towel technique when drying off to prevent removal of natural lipids from the skin.
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“... if this world were anything near what it should be there would be no more need of a Book Week than there would be a of a Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children.”
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