{"product_id":"emulsifying-ointment-bp-500g","title":"Emulsifying Ointment BP 500g (Brand \u0026 Packaging May Vary)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmulsifying Ointment BP is a classic, no-nonsense emollient made to a standard British Pharmacopoeia formula of emulsifying wax, liquid paraffin and white soft paraffin. It's been a mainstay in UK pharmacies and on NHS prescriptions for decades as a simple, effective way to manage the dryness, flaking and discomfort of eczema, psoriasis and other dry skin conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003cp\u003eBecause it's made to a shared BP formula rather than a single branded recipe, several UK manufacturers (such as Teva, Fenton or Boots Pharmaceuticals) produce it, so the tub, tub colour and label you receive may differ from the photo shown - the ointment inside is formulated to the same pharmacopoeial standard regardless of brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003cp\u003eLike all emollients, it works by forming a light occlusive layer on the surface of the skin that helps reduce water loss and supports the skin's natural barrier, easing the tightness, itching and roughness that come with very dry or eczema-prone skin. It can be used as a leave-on moisturiser for the body or melted into warm bath water\/applied in the shower as a soap substitute for washing without stripping the skin further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003cp\u003eIt's generally suitable for adults, children and, under guidance, infants with dry skin conditions, though because it contains emulsifying wax (which includes sodium lauryl sulphate), some people - particularly children with atopic eczema - find it can sting or irritate compromised skin, so it's sensible to patch test first and to ask your pharmacist if you're unsure whether it's the right emollient for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ovelle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54736194371923,"sku":"pharmaonline-0012","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1095\/1570\/2611\/files\/31.png?v=1787743320","url":"https:\/\/pharmalogiconline.com\/products\/emulsifying-ointment-bp-500g","provider":"Pharmalogic Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}