Bepanthene Foam Spray: cooling foam for mild burns
Bepanthene Foam Spray is a medical technology product in a 75ml package, in the form of a white soft foam (nanoemulsion). It contains panthenol and physiological lipids of the skin and is based on Nanosorb technology, through which the ingredients are provided in the form of microscopic droplets on a nanometer scale. It is sprayed directly onto the affected area and is absorbed on its own, without the need for rubbing or application.
It is used by those who are looking for spray for mild burns, foam for sunburn or a cooling product for sun burn, when contact with the skin is painful and any rubbing is uncomfortable. The indications, as stated by the manufacturer, are mild burns from hot water, steam or hot surfaces, mild sunburn, as well as cooling and moisturizing irritated skin.
Why the foam form is important for burned skin
In a superficial burn, the skin is red, hot and hypersensitive to touch. The mechanical pressure that is required to apply a cream is exactly what the area cannot withstand. The foam solves the problem from a practical point of view: it is sprayed from a distance, sits as a thin white layer and is absorbed on its own within a few minutes. Thus the application is painless, without touching the area.
The Nanosorb technology refers to the size of the droplets of the emulsion. The smaller the droplets, the greater the total surface area of contact with the skin, which the manufacturer associates with rapid absorption of moisture and reduction of the unpleasant pulling sensation. The main active ingredient is panthenol, the provitamin form of vitamin B5, which retains water in the keratin layer and supports the natural healing process, while the physiological lipids help the distressed skin to retain its moisture.
Sunburn and thermal burn have a common denominator: inflammatory reaction, vasodilation, loss of fluids from the surface. The product acts supportively in this stage, soothing and moisturizing. It is not analgesic, it is not antibiotic and it does not replace medical treatment when the burn is not mild.
When to see a doctor
- When the redness does not subside within a few days or the burn worsens, according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- In extensive burns or in burns that are not superficial.
- When blisters appear or open, sweaty surfaces.
- In burns in children and infants. The manufacturer asks to seek medical advice before use in infants and young children.
- In burns on the face, especially near eyes, nose, mouth and ears.
- In burns on the genitals or in another area with mucosa.
- In pregnancy and breastfeeding, where the manufacturer also asks for medical advice.
- In infected areas, such as fever, severe swelling, pus or increasing pain.
Ingredients
Active: panthenol (provitamin B5), together with physiological lipids of the skin, in a Nanosorb technology emulsion.
INCI: Aqua, Panthenol, Capryl/Capramidopropyl Betaine, Isopentane, Phenoxyethanol, Phosphatidylcholine, Alcohol, Isobutane, Sodium phosphate, Disodium EDTA, Sodium oleate, Disodium phosphate. Propellant: nitrogen (inert gas).
Does not contain: the ingredient list does not list parfum, lanolin or parabens.
Warning: the formula contains alcohol and phenoxyethanol. It is not used in case of hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
How to use
Form: foam spray in a pressurized container, 75ml.
Application to mild burns: cool the burn immediately with running cold water. Shake the container well. Spray the affected area from a distance of about 5 cm, until it is completely covered with a thin white layer of foam. Wait a few minutes until the foam is absorbed. Reapply if necessary.
Application to sunburn: same procedure, without the initial cooling with water.
Precautions: do not spray on open wounds or mucous membranes. When used on the face, avoid the eyes, nose, mouth and ears. The container is under pressure, so it should be kept away from flames, heat sources and direct sunlight and should not be pierced or burned. Read the instructions for use on the package carefully before first use.
Frequently asked questions
Is it a drug? Does it contain cortisone or antibiotic?
No. It is a medical technology product and not a drug. It does not contain cortisone or antibiotic, and does not treat infection.
Can it be used on an open wound?
No. The manufacturer explicitly states not to spray on open wounds or mucous membranes. For open wounds, consult your pharmacist or doctor.
Can it be used on the face?
It can be used on the face, provided it does not come into contact with the eyes, nose, mouth and ears. However, for a burn on the face, it is advisable to first evaluate it by a doctor.
From what age? For babies?
The manufacturer asks to seek medical advice before use in infants and young children. Children's skin burns more easily and to a greater depth, so infant burn requires medical evaluation.
Is it suitable for pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Here again, the manufacturer asks for medical advice before use. Consult your doctor or pharmacist.
How many times can I spray it?
Spray until the area is covered with a thin layer of foam and repeat if necessary, according to the instructions for use. If you need continuous applications because the pain persists, consult a doctor.
Does it help with blisters from a burn?
No. Blisters indicate a deeper burn and require medical evaluation. The product is intended for mild and gentle burns with intact skin.
Does it help with eczema, fungi or bites?
No, it is not indicated for that. For the itching of atopic dermatitis, the range has Bepanthene Sensiderm, while for fungi or bites, consult your pharmacist or doctor.
What is the difference from the classic Bepanthol Cream 100gr?
The classic Bepanthol Cream is a rich texture cosmetic product for dry and distressed skin, with 5% provitamin B5, and is applied with hands. The Foam Spray is a medical technology product with specific indications for mild and sun burns, and is applied by spraying without contact.
How is it stored?
At room temperature, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. It is a pressurized container, so it should not be pierced or burned, even after use.
Medical technology product. Read the instructions for use carefully. The text is informational and does not replace the advice of a doctor or pharmacist.