Cetraben.
Posted by JP on 19 February, 2008
Cetraben is made from a mixture of white soft paraffin and liquid paraffin with water, to produce a thick moisturiser. It works by providing a layer of oil on the surface of the skin to prevent water evaporating from the skin surface.
Cetraben also contains glycerin, which is absorbed into the skin where it attracts water to itself, helping to retain water in the skin surface.
Cetraben is an emollient, moisturising and protective cream for symptomatic relief of red, inflamed, damaged, dry, or chapped skin, especially when associated with eczema.
Cetraben is also available as an emollient bath additive.
