Western Road Medical Centre

99 Western Road, Romford, Havering, RM1 3LS

Telephone: 01708 775300

nelondonicb.westernroad@nhs.net

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Skin

Emollients / Moisturisers

We recommend using a fragrance-free product, many of which are available to buy from a pharmacy without a prescription. We do not endorse a particular brand but the best emollient is the one that you prefer and are most likely to keep using. Some examples include Cetraben, Epaderm, Doublebase, Diprobase, Aveeno, Oilatum, E45. Speak to your pharmacist for advice, or your doctor may prescribe one if you have a formally diagnosed chronic skin condition such as Eczema or Psoriasis.

In general, these emollients should be applied in generous quantities a minimum of twice per day (4 times per day during flare ups). Please ensure that you apply the emollient in the “direction of the hair follicles”.

Emollient creams/ointments can also be used as soap substitutes for bath, shower and handwashing.

*Please read the essential information via this link, in particular the safety advice at the bottom of the page.*

Opening Times

  • Monday
    08:00am to 06:30pm
    Extended hours appointments (pre-booked only) 18:30-19:00
  • Tuesday
    08:00am to 06:30pm
    Extended hours appointments (pre-booked only) 18:30-19:00
  • Wednesday
    08:00am to 06:30pm
    Extended hours appointments (pre-booked only) 18:30-19:00
  • Thursday
    08:00am to 06:30pm
    Extended hours appointments (pre-booked only) 18:30-19:00
  • Friday
    08:00am to 06:30pm
    Extended hours appointments (pre-booked only) 18:30-19:00
  • Saturday
    CLOSED
  • Sunday
    CLOSED
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