Tips For Preventing Adult Diaper Rashes

For those who wear adult diapers there's pretty much nothing you want to avoid more than the dreaded rash. Regardless of what your activities include, diaper rashes are just never any fun to deal with. In this blog we'll be discussing ways to reduce your chances of getting one.

Change Often

One of the key ways to avoid getting a rash is to change often and not let a diaper overstay its welcome. For those who wear all of the time, on an average day you'll likely go through a minimum of 3 or 4 diapers. That would mean changing every 6-8 hours. Any less than this and you're increasing your chances of rashes.

Wipe Well

However, just changing frequently isn't enough. Even when changing from one diaper into another, you'll want to make sure that you wipe down well. Don't forget to wipe between your legs where a diaper might tend to rub or chafe. Abena's Unscented Adult-Sized Wipes are perfect for getting this job done. When changing from a used diaper into a clean one, it's best to be clean yourself!

Wear The Right Diaper

Making sure that you're wearing the right type of diaper for the right time of day can also be a good way to reduce the chance of rashes forming. During the day, the thinner InControl Essential is perfect for those who are active and moving around a lot. You wouldn't want to wear something larger than necessary as that increases the chances of chafing.

For the evenings and night, the InControl Elite provides increased protection and absorbancy. The Elite is also on the thicker side, making it less ideal for daytime use, but ensuring that those who side sleep will stay dry throughout the night.

Use Creams & Powders

Applying cream before diapering up or between changes is a great way to protect the skin and prevent irritation. Abena's Zinc Ointment creates a barrier on the skin that will help those who are sensitive stay comfortable longer in a wet diaper without the need to worry about rashes.

Baby powder is another item which can help repel moisture from the skin and keep you dry. Just sprinkle a bit on between changes and you'll be good to go.

Proper Skincare

If you do happen to get a diaper rash there's no need to fret! Abena's Skincare Ointment will help your skin heal and prevent things from becoming further irritated.

This should also go without saying, but showering and bathing is of course an important thing too! Nothing beats soap and warm water when it comes to cleaning up. It's not necessary to shower between every change, but especially if you are wearing lots, bathing often is essential! Otherwise, just remember to change appropriately, wipe down well between changes, and apply powder and cream and you should have nothing to worry about!

We hope these tips have given you something to think about in regards to proper skin hygiene. No one wants to get a diaper rash, so follow these steps and take care!