Professional Hand Barrier Cream: Why Prevention Is Better Than Cure

In the metalworking, automotive and construction sectors and in all businesses involving work with oils, greases, lubricants and solvents, hands are every professional’s main tool. Mechanics, bodyshop fitters, sprayers, plumbers and heating technicians, carpenters and metal carpentry operators face oily substances daily that are difficult to remove and often aggressive on the skin.

Too often, action is only taken when the damage is already done, with irritation, cracking and contact dermatitis. But true protection comes first: with a highly specific professional hand barrier cream.

Why a water-soluble barrier cream is essential

Oily substances are particularly difficult to manage. Unlike water-soluble dirt, they adhere strongly to the skin, infiltrate the superficial layers of the epidermis and require use of highly degreasing hand washers. Over time, this weakens the hydrolipidic film, making the skin more exposed to irritation and cracking.

For this reason, a normal moisturiser is not enough. A specific hand protection cream is needed, formulated to create a barrier against oils, greases, and all non-water-soluble substances, thus reducing adhesion and facilitating final cleaning with hand wash paste or hand wash cream.

ProtexSOL: the protective hand cream for mechanics and professionals working with oils and greases

Among the barrier creams for professional environments, ProtexSOL represents the most advanced solution in the NETTUNO catalogue.

Now available in a brand new formula that guarantees even greater safety, effectiveness and reliability, ProtexSOL is a water-soluble dermoprotective ointment, designed to protect the skin from contact with:

• Oils and grease
• Lubricants
• Hydrocarbons
• Bitumen
• Paint
• Varnish
• Sealants
• Graphite
• Glues
• Resin
• Fat-soluble solvents

The barrier not only limits the absorption of harmful substances, but also greatly facilitates the removal of dirt at the end of the day, even using delicate professional hand washes or plant-based hand wash pastes.

Its consistency is non-greasy, leaves no residue, respects body pH (5.5) and is dermatologically tested. It is also free of silicone, dyes and parabens.

ProtexSOL is ideal combined with Nettuno hand wash paste, hand wash creams, mechanic’s hand wash pastes and detergent for the mechanic’s overalls.

Where and when to use ProtexSOL

ProtexSOL is the ideal barrier cream in all professional environments where oily substances are handled: mechanical workshops, metalworking industry, automotive, spraying workshops, carpentry, construction and shipyards, heating and plumbing, carpentry and window and door systems.

It is applied before starting work to create protection, and re-applied in case of frequent washing or intense exposure. At the end of the shift, the presence of the protective film makes cleaning with professional hand wash, hand wash paste or hand wash cream much easier and gentler on the skin.

Protecting the skin means working better

Contact dermatitis is among the main causes of absence in the technical and artisan sectors. Constant contact with oils and greases progressively damages the hydrolipidic film and forces use of stronger hand wash pastes, creating a vicious cycle that further weakens the skin.

A water-soluble barrier cream such as ProtexSOL disrupts this mechanism, keeping skin intact and preventing the onset of irritation.

For companies, it means less absent staff with greater productivity and real protection. For the self-employed, it means protecting their most important work tool: their hands.

Want to find the most effective products for hand protection and cleaning?

Contact NETTUNO: our team will guide you in choosing the best barrier creams, professional hand washes and specific solutions for your business.