Professional skin protection: the solution for those who work in humid environments

In the chemical, cosmetic, textile, construction, agri-food, printing sectors and in all activities handling

• aqueous substances
• detergents
• cement
• dyes
• irritating solutions

hands are the main — but also the most exposed work tool.

Professionals such as laboratory technicians, industrial workers, printers, hairdressers, but also plant nursery and food production workers face daily conditions that can compromise skin equilibrium. The result? Redness, cracking, maceration and contact dermatitis.

Many seek a solution when the problem is already evident. However, the most effective protection comes first: with a professional barrier cream designed to prevent skin damage in wetter working conditions.

 

When water becomes a risk factor

While oils and fats create dirt that is difficult to remove, aqueous substances pose a more subtle danger: they penetrate the skin quickly, alter the hydrolipidic film, and, in the presence of gloves or constant humidity, promote maceration.

Acids, alkalis, aqueous solvents, industrial detergents and dyes not only irritate, but accelerate dehydration and skin fragility.

In this context, a common moisturiser is not enough. You need a water-insoluble barrier, capable of remaining active while working and coming into contact with aqueous substances.

 

ProtexINS: the professional response for those who work in contact with aqueous substances

Among the specialised NETTUNO solutions dedicated to skin protection, ProtexINS is the insoluble hand barrier cream, designed for those who work with water, chemicals and constant humidity.

 

Its brand new formula, now further improved, uses a water-in-oil emulsifier system that creates a stable barrier against substances such as acids, alkalis, detergents, salts, dyes, water-based or oil-based inks, cement and lime.

Thanks to the presence of glycerin, vitamin E and a plant-based substitute for lanolin, ProtexINS not only protects but also helps maintain natural hydration and elasticity in hand skin, avoiding dehydration and microlesions.

The texture is designed to absorb quickly, without greasing and without interfering with the use of tools or PPE. It is dermatologically tested, free of silicone, perfume, parabens and dyes and complies with HACCP standards, proving perfect even for the food sector.

For a complete routine, it can be combined with NETTUNO hand cleansers and pastes formulated for professional environments where frequent and controlled cleaning is required.

 

Where ProtexINS offers maximum benefit

This barrier cream is indicated in contexts where exposure to moisture or aqueous substances is continuous: chemical and cosmetic industries, food production and catering, as well as construction and shipbuilding, textiles, printing, tanneries, horticulture, gardening, and professional hair salons and barbers.

Application should be before work starts and can be repeated in case of frequent washing or heavy use. The skin will be more protected, less stressed and cleansing will be easier at the end of the shift.

 

Skin well-being and productivity: a direct link

Dermatological problems related to exposure to aqueous substances or prolonged use of gloves are a major cause of reduced productivity in technical and manufacturing environments.

When the skin barrier weakens, the skin becomes irritated and more sensitive, sometimes leading to forced pauses or temporary inability to do work.

A water-repellent barrier cream, against water-based substances such as ProtexINS, allows you to interrupt this process at source: the skin remains intact, protected, comfortable and ready to play its role.

For the individual professional, it means safety and work continuity.
For the company, it means staff protection, fewer dermatological problems and greater efficiency.

 

Do you want to find the most suitable protection for your sector?

Nettuno offers a range of professional barrier creams designed to protect your hands from oil and grease, water-based substances, and nourish and repair damaged skin.

The NETTUNO team can support you in choosing the ideal solution for your business, from protection to professional cleansing.