Softening and moisturizing cream used for dry skin and eczema. Propylene glycol acts as a humectant and has an antimicrobial effect against both bacteria and fungi. The cream base essex has softening and protective properties.
Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to the active ingredient or to any excipient.
Propylene glycol 20% in Essex cream APL should not be used on burned skin. Avoid application in the ear canals as propylene glycol can be ototoxic.
The cream contains cetostearyl alcohol, which can cause local skin reactions, e.g. contact dermatitis, and chlorcresol, which can cause an allergic reaction.
No known interactions
Pregnancy: Category A No known risks during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding: Group IVa So that the child is not unnecessarily exposed to propylene glycol orally, Propylene Glycol 20% in Essex cream APL should not be applied to the nipples during breastfeeding.
Side effects: Transient skin irritation in the form of a feeling of heat and burning. Allergic reactions.
Essex cream contains the preservative chlorocresol, which can be experienced as unpleasant by sensitive people. Essex B cream is an alternative that is preserved with benzyl alcohol.
100 g of cream contains:
Propylene glycol 20 g
Auxiliary substances
Essex cream q.s.
Essex cream contains:
Cetomacrogol 1000
Cetostearyl alcohol
Liquid paraffin
White Vaseline
Sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate
Concentrated phosphoric acid
Purified water
Essex cream is preserved with 0.1% chlorocresol.
Emulsion type: o/w
Fat content: approx. 20%