00:04.6 - 00:08.6 Do you know how to best care for the skin of elderly people with incontinence? 00:10.5 - 00:14.4 Older skin is thinner, weaker and more prone to irritation. 00:14.5 - 00:20.1 Because it regenerates more slowly, preventing skin breakdown is vitally important. 00:20.9 - 00:26.3 Individuals that are bedridden or who have incontinence face additional risks to their skin: 00:26.4 - 00:29.2 Irritants contained in urine or feces 00:29.7 - 00:34.1 Abrasions caused by absorbent products made from low quality materials 00:34.2 - 00:37.5 Maceration caused by a damp microclimate 00:37.6 - 00:42.4 Pressure ulcers or bedsores from long term pressure on the same area of skin 00:44.8 - 00:48.2 Healthy skin begins with choosing the right absorbent product. 00:48.6 - 00:54.2 Seni products rapidly pull liquids away from the skin for an immediate feeling of dryness. 00:54.8 - 01:04.4 High quality absorbent products provide the right microclimate for the skin’s health, whereas lesser products can create an unfavorable and unhealthy environment. 01:05.8 - 01:13.5 Also critical is the use of a cloth-like and breathable outer layer to reduce sweating and keep the skin drier over time. 01:14.0 - 01:21.9 Not all cloth-like products are breathable. Only products with a vapor-permeable outer layer provide a skin-friendly microclimate. 01:23.6 - 01:27.8 For healthy skin, absorbent products don’t just need to keep you dry. 01:27.9 - 01:36.5 To reduce irritation, the inner layer in direct skin contact needs to be made of soft materials such as nonwoven. 01:37.2 - 01:42.7 Using skin friendly absorbent products is only the first step towards healthy skin. 01:42.8 - 01:45.8 It’s also crucial to use the right skin care products. 01:47.8 - 01:56.4 To cleanse between changes without contributing to irritation, use a product with a large, soft surface such as Seni Care washcloths. 01:56.5 - 02:01.3 They cleanse delicately and are available in both scented and unscented formulas. 02:03.0 - 02:06.2 Keeping dry skin healthy requires additional care. 02:06.4 - 02:16.6 Seni Care Cleansing Body Cream contains emollients that form a delicate healthy film on the skin’s surface and lemon grass derivative that neutralizes urine odor. 02:18.2 - 02:31.0 The no-rinse formula is easy to use. Simply apply cream directly to soiled areas of the skin, spread gently with a dry Seni Care Personal Care Glove, then wipe away the residue after about 1 minute. 02:31.4 - 02:35.2 Do not rinse – you want to make sure the healthy film remains. 02:36.3 - 02:40.1 Between changes, you should protect the skin against irritation. 02:40.2 - 02:50.4 Seni Care Body Care Cream uses a special formula and thick consistency to build a skin-supporting layer that won’t interfere with the absorption of urine into briefs. 02:50.5 - 02:58.2 Unlike zinc oxide ointments, this product is transparent, so it won’t prevent you from noticing damaged or irritated skin. 03:01.0 - 03:05.1 Elderly people often have dry skin over their entire body. 03:05.2 - 03:14.3 This can be cared for with Moisturizing Body Lotion, that has a light consistency to absorb easily and bring fast relief to demanding skin. 03:15.4 - 03:22.4 By using the whole line of Seni absorbent and skin care products, you can truly provide BALANCED SKIN CARE. 03:23.1 - 03:27.3 To find out more visit Seni’s website.