Skin Basics

For dry and sensitive skin

Our challenge is to keep skin moist and to avoid factors that trigger dry skin. Skin Basics is a  gentle, soap free range of cleansers, moisturisers and protectives that are mild enough for everyday use. 

• Complete range for dry and sensitive skin
• Gentle, mild and suitable for everyday use.
• Ideal for people of all ages. 
• Non-greasy and fast absorbing. 
• Hypoallergenic and pH balanced. 
• Free of colour, perfume and lanolin. 
• Premium quality formulations using highest possible dermatological standards (e.g.  Australian Pharmaceutical Formulary, British Pharmacopoeia) and pharmaceutical grade ingredients. 
• Comprehensive range to care for dry and sensitive skin. 
• 60 years heritage in skin care.

Products and usage at a glance

Skin Basics Aqueous Lotion (Soap Free Wash)

Product Information/benefits

• Is made to a dermatological standard and is both a soap substitute and moisturiser.
• Using Skin Basics Aqueous Lotion everyday helps maintain skin’s natural balance.
• Hypoallergenic and pH balanced – suitable for sensitive skin.
• Non-greasy, fast absorbing
• Free of colour, perfume, lanolin and propylene glycol.
• Can be used on face, hands and body.

Product Uses

Dry Skin	Sensitive Skin	Normal Skin	Dermatalogical Conditions (eg. eczema, dermatitus)	With shower/bath/hand basin	After waxing	Shaving (face/legs)

Directions (How to use)

Cleansing: Liberally apply lotion and gently massage in a circular motion. Washing off with water.
Moisturising: Liberally apply lotion to dry or affected areas and massage lightly. Reapply several times a day.

Ingredients

Purified Water, Paraffin Soft white, Paraffin Liquid, Emulsifying Wax-anionic, Phenoxyethanol.

Available Size

500mL Pump pack

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Skin Basics Aqueous Cream BP Soap-free Cleanser

Product Information/benefits

• Is made to the British Pharmacopoeia (BP) dermatological standard and is both a soap substitute and moisturiser.
• Using Skin Basics Aqueous Cream everyday helps maintain skin’s natural balance.
• Hypoallergenic and pH balanced – suitable for sensitive skin.
• Non-greasy, fast absorbing
• Free of colour, perfume, lanolin and propylene glycol.
• Can be used on face, hands and body.

Product Uses

Dry Skin	Sensitive Skin	Normal Skin	Dermatalogical Conditions (eg. eczema, dermatitus)	With shower/bath hand basin	After waxing	Shaving (face/legs)

Cleansing: Apply the cream and gently massage in a circular motion. Washing off with water.
Moisturising: Liberally apply lotion to dry or affected areas and massage lightly. Reapply several times a day.

Ingredients

Purified Water, Paraffin Soft white, Paraffin Liquid, Emulsifying Wax-anionic, Phenoxyethanol.

Available Sizes

100g Tube; 100g and 500g Jar

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Skin Basics Moisturising Sorbolene Lotion with 10% Glycerine

Product Information/benefits

• Is made to a dermatological standard.
• Using Skin Basics Sorbolene Lotion everyday helps re-establish the natural moisture-loss barrier on your skin.
• Recommended for the treatment and long lasting protection against many causes of dry skin.
• Glycerine provides additional moisturising.
• Hypoallergenic and pH balanced – suitable for sensitive skin.
• Non-greasy, fast absorbing
• Free of colour, perfume, lanolin
• Can be used on face, hands and body.

Product Uses

Directions (How to use)

Apply liberally to dry or affected areas and massage lightly. Use as often as required – especially after showering, bathing, shaving to “lock-in” moisture.

Also, avoid using soap, as it may dry or irritate the skin. Skin Basics Aqueous Lotion can be used as a soap substitute.

Ingredients

Purified Water, Paraffin Light Liquid, Paraffin Soft white, Cetomacrogol 1000, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Vegetable Glycerol 10%, Methyl Hydroxybenzoate, Propyl Hydroxybenzoate, Phenoxyethanol.

Available Sizes

500ml Pump pack

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Skin Basics Refreshing Sorbolene Lotion with 10% Glycerine and Vitamin E

Product Information/benefits

• Is made to a dermatological standard.
  
• Using Skin Basics Sorbolene Lotion everyday helps re-establish the natural moisture-loss barrier on your skin.
  
• Recommended for the treatment and long lasting protection against many causes of dry skin.
  
• Glycerine provides additional moisturising.
  
• Anti-oxidant Vitamin E nourishes and helps prevent premature ageing.
  
• Hypoallergenic and pH balanced – suitable for sensitive skin.
  
• Non-greasy, fast absorbing
  
• Free of colour, perfume, lanolin
  
• Can be used on face, hands and body.

Product Uses

Directions (How to use)

Apply liberally to dry or affected areas and massage lightly. Use as often as required – especially after showering, bathing, shaving to “lock-in” moisture.

Also, avoid using soap, as it may dry or irritate the skin. Skin Basics Aqueous Lotion can be used as a soap substitute.

Ingredients

Purified Water, Paraffin Light Liquid, Paraffin Soft white, Cetomacrogol 1000, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Vegetable Glycerol 10%, Vitamin E (dl-alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Methyl Hydroxybenzoate, Propyl Hydroxybenzoate, Phenoxyethanol.

Available Sizes

500ml Pump pack

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Skin Basics Soothing Sorbolene Lotion with 10% Glycerine and Aloe Vera

Product Information/benefits

• Is made to a dermatological standard.
• Using Skin Basics Sorbolene Lotion everyday helps re-establish the natural moisture-loss barrier on your skin.
• Recommended for the treatment and long lasting protection against many causes of dry skin.
• Glycerine provides additional moisturising.
• Aloe Vera soothes and re-hydrates.
• Hypoallergenic and pH balanced – suitable for sensitive skin.
• Non-greasy, fast absorbing
• Free of colour, perfume, lanolin
• Can be used on face, hands and body.

Product Uses

Directions (How to use)

Apply liberally to dry or affected areas and massage lightly. Use as often as required – especially after showering, bathing, shaving to “lock-in” moisture.

Also, avoid using soap, as it may dry or irritate the skin. Skin Basics Aqueous Lotion can be used as a soap substitute.

Ingredients

Purified Water, Paraffin Light Liquid, Paraffin Soft white, Cetomacrogol 1000, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Vegetable Glycerol 10%, Vitamin E (dl-alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Methyl Hydroxybenzoate, Propyl Hydroxybenzoate, Phenoxyethanol.

Available Sizes

500ml Pump pack

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Skin Basics Moisturising Sorbolene Cream with 10% Glycerine

Product Information/benefits

• Is made to a dermatological standard.
• Using Skin Basics Sorbolene Cream everyday helps re-establish the natural moisture-loss barrier on your skin.
• Recommended for the treatment and long lasting protection against many causes of dry skin.
•  Glycerine provides additional moisturising and quick absorption.
• Hypoallergenic and pH balanced – suitable for sensitive skin.
• Non-greasy, fast absorbing
• Free of colour, perfume, lanolin
• Can be used on face, hands and body.

Product Uses

Dry Skin	Sensitive Skin	Normal Skin	Winter itch	Dermatalogical Conditions (eg. eczema, dermatitus)

Directions (How to use)

Cleansing: Apply the cream and gently massage in a circular motion. Washing off with water.
Moisturising: Liberally apply lotion to dry or affected areas and massage lightly. Reapply several times a day.

Ingredients

Purified Water, Paraffin Light Liquid, Paraffin Soft white, Cetomacrogol 1000, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol,  Diazolidinyl Urea, Methyl Hydroxybenzoate, Propyl Hydroxybenzoate.

Available Sizes

100g Tube; 100g and 500g Jar

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Skin Basics 100% Pure Sorbolene Cream APF

Product Information/benefits

• Is made to the Australian Pharmaceutical Formulary (APF) dermatological standard.
• Using Skin Basics Sorbolene Cream everyday helps re-establish the natural moisture-loss barrier on your skin.
• Recommended for the treatment and long lasting protection against many causes of dry skin.
• Hypoallergenic and pH balanced – suitable for sensitive skin.
• Non-greasy, fast absorbing
• Free of colour, perfume, lanolin

Product Uses

Dry Skin	Sensitive Skin	Normal Skin	Winter itch	Dermatalogical Conditions (eg. eczema, dermatitus)

Directions (How to use)

Cleansing: Apply the cream and gently massage in a circular motion. Washing off with water.
Moisturising: Liberally apply lotion to dry or affected areas and massage lightly. Reapply several times a day.

Ingredients

Purified Water, Paraffin Light Liquid, Paraffin Soft white, Cetomacrogol 1000, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol,  Diazolidinyl Urea, Methyl Hydroxybenzoate, Propyl Hydroxybenzoate.

Available Sizes

100g Tube; 100g and 500g Jar

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Skin Basics Soothing & Protective Zinc & Castor Oil Cream

Product Information/benefits

• Is made to a dermatological standard and is a soothing emollient.
• Provides a protective barrier against skin irritation.
• Recommended for prevention and treatment of nappy and urinary rash, chafed and tender skin and mild dermatological conditions, such as eczema and dermatitis.
• Hypoallergenic and pH balanced – suitable for sensitive skin.
• Non-greasy, fast absorbing
• Free of colour, perfume, lanolin and propylene glycol.

Product Uses

Nappy rash	Urinary rash	Chafed & tender skin	Eczema & dermatitis	Dry skin	Sensitive skin	Normal skin

Directions (How to use)

Clean the affected area with water (using a soap substitute like Skin Basics Aqueous Lotion) and then apply Skin Basics Zinc and Castor Oil Cream.
Re-apply after skin is exposed wetness or at nappy change, until irritation disappears.

Ingredients

Zinc Oxide 75mg/g.
Also contains Peanut (Arachis) Oil, Castor Oil 500mg/g, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Beeswax White.

Available Sizes

100g and 500g Jar