Silcocks Base Foran 500g
Silcocks Base Foran 500g
Fragrance-Free Emollient Moisturiser & Soap Substitute for Dry, Sensitive Skin
Foran Silcocks Base 500g is a rich emollient cream designed to moisturise and protect dry skin by helping reduce moisture loss from the skin surface. It can also be used as a soap substitute for gentle everyday cleansing and is suitable for use on the face and body by babies, children and adults. Current Irish product listings describe the Foran formulation as paraben-free and made in Ireland.
Overview
Foran Silcocks Base is a traditional emollient moisturiser suitable for regular care of dry and sensitive skin.
The formulation contains petrolatum together with emulsifying wax, which helps form a protective layer over the skin and reduce moisture loss. It can be applied regularly throughout the day whenever the skin feels dry and can also replace conventional soap during washing.
Its simple, fragrance-free formulation makes it particularly useful for families looking for an everyday emollient without unnecessary fragrance.
Quick Highlights
- Rich emollient moisturising cream
- Helps reduce moisture loss from dry skin
- Suitable for dry and sensitive skin
- Can be used as a soap substitute
- Suitable for face and body
- Suitable for babies, children and adults
- Fragrance-free
- Paraben-free
- Suitable for regular daily use
- Apply as often as required
- Large 500g family-size tub
- Made in Ireland
Product Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Foran Silcocks Base |
| Brand | Foran |
| Product Type | Emollient Moisturiser |
| Format | Cream |
| Pack Size | 500g |
| Primary Use | Moisturising Dry Skin |
| Additional Use | Soap Substitute |
| Suitable Areas | Face & Body |
| Suitable For | Babies, Children & Adults |
| Fragrance-Free | Yes |
| Paraben-Free | Yes |
| Country | Ireland |
Who Is It For
Foran Silcocks Base may be suitable for:
- Dry skin
- Very dry skin
- Sensitive skin
- Skin requiring frequent moisturisation
- Babies and children requiring a simple emollient
- Adults and older people
- People looking for an alternative to ordinary soap
- Those looking for a fragrance-free moisturiser
- Families wanting a versatile 500g emollient
Key Benefits
- Moisturises dry skin.
- Helps reduce moisture loss from the skin surface.
- Helps keep skin feeling soft and moisturised.
- Can be reapplied regularly when required.
- Can be used instead of conventional soap.
- Suitable for both face and body.
- Suitable across a wide range of ages.
- Fragrance-free and paraben-free.
Why Choose This Product
Foran Silcocks Base offers a straightforward approach to everyday dry-skin care.
The same product can be used both as a leave-on moisturiser and as a soap substitute, helping simplify skincare routines for the whole family.
The large 500g tub is particularly convenient when an emollient needs to be applied regularly or over larger areas of the body.
Helpful Product Information
Quick Answer
Foran Silcocks Base is a fragrance-free emollient moisturiser that can be used on the face and body to moisturise dry skin or as an alternative to ordinary soap.
As a Moisturiser
Apply generously to dry areas and gently smooth into the skin.
Reapply whenever necessary to prevent the skin becoming dry.
As a Soap Substitute
Use Silcocks Base instead of ordinary soap when washing. Apply gently to wet skin and rinse appropriately.
Be careful when using emollients in the bath or shower because they can make both the skin and surrounding surfaces slippery.
Trust & Pharmacist Advice
Regular emollient use is an important part of caring for persistently dry skin. Applying moisturiser several times throughout the day can be more effective than waiting until the skin feels extremely dry.
Using an emollient as a soap substitute can also help reduce exposure to conventional soaps that may be drying for some people's skin.
Emollient preparations containing paraffin or similar ingredients can build up in clothing, bedding and dressings. Keep treated skin, clothing and bedding away from naked flames, cigarettes and other ignition sources because fabrics contaminated with emollient can burn more easily. This is an established safety warning for paraffin-containing emollients.
If dry skin becomes severely inflamed, painful, infected, weeping or does not improve despite regular emollient use, ask your pharmacist or GP for advice.
Not Suitable For
Do not use if you are known to be allergic or sensitive to any ingredient.
Stop using and seek advice if significant irritation, burning, redness or another unexpected skin reaction develops.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
For external use only.
How to Use
As a moisturiser:
Apply generously to dry skin.
Massage gently into the skin.
Use daily and reapply as often as required.
It may also be applied after bathing or showering to help retain moisture.
As a soap substitute:
Use instead of ordinary soap when washing the face or body.
Take extra care around baths, showers and tiled floors because emollient products may make surfaces slippery.
Ingredients
Current published Foran product information lists:
Aqua
Petrolatum
Emulsifying Wax, including:
Cetearyl Alcohol
Sodium Lauryl Sulphate
Sodium Cetearyl Sulphate
Phenoxyethanol
Always check the ingredient list on the current packaging, particularly if you have known skin sensitivities or allergies.
Nutritional Information
Not applicable.
Foran Silcocks Base is a topical skincare product and is not a food supplement.
Warnings
- For external use only.
- Avoid contact with the eyes.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Stop use if significant irritation develops.
- Emollient preparations may make skin, baths and floors slippery.
- Keep treated skin, clothing, bedding and dressings away from naked flames and cigarettes.
- Do not smoke while using paraffin-containing emollients.
- Check the current ingredient list if you have sensitive skin.
- Seek medical advice if the skin condition worsens or fails to improve.
Delivery in Ireland
Order Foran Silcocks Base 500g online from Lir Pharmacy for convenient delivery throughout Ireland.
The large 500g tub is ideal for regular family use, with pharmacist advice available from Lir Pharmacy if you need help choosing an appropriate emollient or dry-skin care routine.
FAQs
1. What is Foran Silcocks Base 500g used for?
Foran Silcocks Base is an emollient moisturiser for dry skin. It helps reduce moisture loss and can also be used instead of ordinary soap when washing the face or body.
2. Can Foran Silcocks Base be used as a moisturiser?
Yes. Apply it generously to areas of dry skin and gently smooth it into the skin. It can be reapplied throughout the day whenever required.
3. Can Silcocks Base be used instead of soap?
Yes. Foran Silcocks Base can be used as a soap substitute, making it useful for people who find conventional soaps drying or irritating.
4. Is Foran Silcocks Base suitable for babies?
Current Irish product information describes Foran Silcocks Base as suitable for babies, children and adults. When using any skincare product on a baby for the first time, use it according to the directions and stop if irritation occurs.
5. Can children use Foran Silcocks Base?
Yes. It is suitable for children as well as babies and adults, making the 500g tub particularly convenient as a family emollient.
6. Can I use Foran Silcocks Base on my face?
Yes. Current product information describes it as suitable for use on both the face and body. Avoid direct contact with the eyes.
7. How often can I apply Foran Silcocks Base?
It can be applied regularly whenever the skin requires moisturising. Current directions suggest applying to dry skin two to three times daily, with more frequent use where necessary.
8. Is Foran Silcocks Base fragrance-free?
Current Irish listings describe the Foran formulation as fragrance-free, making it a straightforward choice for people who prefer skincare without added fragrance.
9. Is Foran Silcocks Base paraben-free?
Yes. Current product information for the Foran-branded formulation describes it as paraben-free.
10. Can I use Foran Silcocks Base after a bath or shower?
Yes. Applying an emollient after bathing can help retain moisture in the skin. Take care because emollients can make the bath, shower and surrounding floor slippery.
11. Is there a fire risk with Silcocks Base?
Paraffin-containing emollients can soak into clothing, bedding and dressings and make fabrics easier to ignite. Keep treated skin and contaminated fabrics away from naked flames, cigarettes and other ignition sources. Washing fabrics may reduce but may not completely eliminate residue.
12. When should I speak to a pharmacist or doctor about dry skin?
Seek professional advice if the skin becomes increasingly inflamed, painful, cracked, weeping or infected, or if persistent dry skin does not improve with regular emollient care. A pharmacist can also help determine whether another treatment is appropriate.
Product Details
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Foran |
| Product | Silcocks Base |
| Pack Size | 500g |
| Product Type | Emollient Moisturiser |
| Format | Cream |
| Uses | Moisturiser & Soap Substitute |
| Suitable Areas | Face & Body |
| Suitable For | Babies, Children & Adults |
| Fragrance-Free | Yes |
| Paraben-Free | Yes |
| Made In | Ireland |
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