DermaSilk can be washed as often as necessary. With some forms of weeping eczema it may be necessary to wash it more than once a day to remove any discharge.

Silk is by nature a delicate fabric and washing by hand will help prolong the useful life of the garment.

DermaSilk is manufactured using pure un-dyed silk. It is only available in its natural light cream colour.

No. DermaSilk clothes are designed to be worn discretely under any form of outer clothing. Just pick the style that suits your needs.

DermaSilk is designed to compliment the majority of dermatological treatments. However as DermaSilk works best when in direct contact with clean skin, we advise that all medical creams and ointments are fully absorbed into the skin before putting on the DermaSilk.

Hand wash in warm or cold soapy water and AIR DRY. You can also machine wash warm or cold with your regular detergent, preferably in a laundry bag so they do not inadvertently get placed in the dryer-AIR Dry ONLY. Wash frequently (depending on use) to keep the insole free of dirt/grime and also to keep bacteria/odor free.

Conventional silk underclothes are made of tightly woven threads which do not allow for the free passage of air through their weave – rather like the material used in parachutes. DermaSilk uses a specially designed knitted construction with plenty of ventilation capacity. You can breathe through 48 layers of DermaSilk without too much effort. This is very important for eczema patients who need to maintain a stable temperature and moisture levels close to their skin.

No. Wet Wrapping is a specialised technique used by people with specific needs for extensive emollient therapy. In this type of treatment patients have large amounts of emollient applied to the skin and then covered with a damp dressing. As the DermaSilk would not be in direct contact with the skin its positive effects would be blocked by the emollient. DermaSilk can be used once the eczema flare-up has subsided and the Wet Wrapping discontinued.

Eczema and dermatitis can affect any age group. DermaSilk garments are therefore available in varying sizes and designs to suit infants from 3 months with Atopic eczema right up to the elderly who may experience the discomfort of Varicose or Asteatotic eczema.

after touching public installations or equipment, such as escalator handrails, elevator control panels or door knobs;

It is fine to wash slings made with our rings in a regular washer. They can also be dried in the drier. You should check your sling and rings carefully after they are washed and dried and before you wear them again.

We recommend hand washing using a very mild LIQUID HAND SOAP. DO NOT use any detergents, delicate washes, wool washes or antibacterials. These can leach out the natural oils and the leather could become stiff. We also advise against washing the entire slipper unless it becomes absolutely necessary, as some colour can be lost when washed. Please note that some stains, such as heavy foods, oil or nail polish will not come out with washing.

Thinsulate is made of many tiny fibers that do not absorb water, it is important to wash it properly if you are to maintain the hydrophobic characteristics of the fibers. Many people wash the insulation sparingly and layer a liner under it (such as the Stretchliner 100) to absorb sweat and extend the time between washings. When you do need to wash the Thinsulate, wash on the gentle cycle, preferably in a front loading washing machine, and use vinegar or bleach instead of soap.