New study shows effectiveness of similarly marketed skin barrier products vary based on formulation

Comparison study of incontinence care products containing dimethicone reveals range of barrier effectivenessCARY, IL, October 17, 2014 – Clinicians treating patients suffering from incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) often select skin barrier products based on the label or ingredient list—which provides no clear indication of the product’s barrier effectiveness. New research, however, suggests this practice needs to change. The old saying, “don’t judge a book by its cover,” is also true for skin barrier products. “When it comes to choosing skin protectants, there can be a lot of