From what age can Dermikelp® be used?
From birth onwards.
I have eczema on my eyelids. Which Dermikelp® product do you recommend?
Dermikelp® Itch Relief Cream during winter and the Dermikelp® Itch Relief Lotion during summer as it has a lighter texture.
I have moderate eczema. How often do I need to apply Dermikelp® Itch Relief Cream?
It may be used as often as needed without the side effects associated with repeated/prolonged use of corticosteroids.
Do Dermikelp® products contain artificial perfumes or fragrances?
Dermikelp® Control products has no artificial fragrances. Dermikelp Shampoo, Body Wash and Conditioner products all contain a low allergen fragrance (Herbalieral).
How effective is Dermikelp® Itch Relief Cream/Lotion in relieving the itch vs a topical corticosteroid?
Dermikelp® Itch Relief Cream/Lotion relieves the itch in minutes, allowing for the skin barrier to be restored.
My child has Chicken Pox. Which Dermikelp® product do you recommend?
Cleanse with Dermikelp® Body Wash, which may be used on face and body then control with the Dermikelp® Itch Relief Lotion or Itch Relief Cream and for every day maintenance of the skin once Chicken Pox has cleared use the Dermikelp® Nourishing Lotion.
I have severe sun burn. Which product in the Dermikelp® range would you recommend?
Cleanse with Dermikelp® Body Wash and then apply Dermikelp® Skin Spray after shaking the bottle thoroughly hold nozzle at least 30cm away from skin before spraying an even mist. Continue applying as needed until itchiness and redness subsides. Use the Dermikelp® Nourishing Lotion as an everyday lotion to ensure that your skin remains hydrated.
My child has been suffering with eczema for a long time and the steroids have thinned her skin so badly. Can I use Dermikelp® Itch Relief Cream/Lotion instead of a topical corticosteroid?
Yes, you may use Dermikelp® Itch Relief Cream/Lotion on its own without a topical steroid however if you are using a steroid rather use that as directed by your healthcare practitioner and use Dermikelp® Itch Relief Cream/Lotion during the day for a steroid sparing effect.
I am an adult suffering with eczema all my life. I have it mainly in large patches behind my knees and on my face also around my groin area. How many tubes of Dermikelp® would I need each month.
Since it is large surface areas that need to be covered, I would recommend starting on the Dermikelp®Itch Relief Cream 100g or the Dermikelp Itch Relief Lotion 100ml, which are more cost effective options.
Each time I go to the barber I find that I have these terrible shaving bumps that come up. How can I keep this ingrown hair at bay?
Cleanse daily with Dermikelp® Body Wash and apply the Dermikelp® Itch Relief Cream/Lotion daily to help bring down the inflammation. Once shaving bumps have subsided maintain skin with Dermikelp®Nourishing Lotion.
I have terrible Psoriasis on my elbows what should I use?
Try Dermikelp® Itch Relief Cream after you cleanse with the Dermikelp® Body wash.
My daughter is terribly allergic to mozzie bites what do you recommend from the Dermikelp® Range?
After cleansing with the Dermikelp® Body Wash apply the Dermikelp® Itch Relief Lotion if it covers a large surface area or Dermikelp® Itch Relief Cream if there are just a few mozzie bites.
I have terribly rosy cheeks which appears as if I am constantly blushing. My dermatologist says I have Rosacea which products from the Dermikelp® Range may I use?
Cleanse daily with the calming Dermikelp® Body Wash that can be used on the face as well then apply the Dermikelp® Itch Relief Lotion or Dermikelp Itch Relief Cream to help to reduce the redness.
I have just been for chemo – therapy and noticed that my skin has become very dry and itchy what would you recommend I use?
Cleanse daily with the Dermikelp® Body Wash and if skin is quite itchy then keep the itch under control with the Dermikelp® Itch Relief Lotion. Once itching has subsided skin can be maintained with Dermikelp® Nourishing Lotion.
I have a combination of acne and eczema that does not itch its just dry patches which products should I use?
Cleanse daily with the calming Dermikelp® Body Wash that can also be used for the face then apply the Dermikelp® Nourishing Lotion. During hot summer months apply the Dermikelp® Skin Spray – First shake bottle thoroughly and hold it 30cm away from the face and then spray to ensure an even mist.
I am a nurse and am constantly having to wash my hands which has lead me to developing hand eczema what in the Dermikelp® range can you recommend for me?
Cleanse daily with the calming Dermikelp® Body Wash that can be used for the face and hands as well then apply the Dermikelp® Itch Relief Lotion or Itch Relief Cream. Once itching has subsided you can maintain the skin daily with Dermikelp® Nourishing Lotion.
I see that Dermikelp® is made from Kelp sourced from South African oceans. How sustainably is this Kelp harvested?
The Kelp is sustainably harvested by hand using a strip rotation method that maintains the health of the kelp forests and has minimal impact on the environment as per the Department of Environmental Affairs (Marine Coastal Management) guidelines.