DermaSilk 100% Hypoallergenic Silk Therapeutic Knee High Undersocks (2 Pairs)
Clinically proven to benefit various forms of dermatitis, eczema and allergic skin conditions, the DermaSilk 100% Hypoallergenic Silk Therapeutic Knee High Undersocks (2 Pairs) are 100% hypoallergenic and antimicrobial. The DermaSilk Therapeutic Knee High Undersocks are breathable to help control temperature and humidity, thereby reducing itching and controlling flare-ups.
What's Included?
- 2 x Pairs of Knee High Undersocks
Which Sizes Do These Socks Come In?
The DermaSilk Knee-High Socks are available in two convenient sizes to fit most adults:
- Standard (Shoe Size 3.5 - 6.5)
- Large (Shoe Size)
Please select your preferred size from the drop-down menu above.
Key Features and Benefits
- Knee length undersocks that can be worn underneath regular socks
- Acts as a base layer to calm irritated skin on feet and lower legs
- Can be worn under compression socks
- Reinforced DermaSilk fabric adds robustness
- Socks made from medical-grade sericin-free silk
- Breathable material will not cause feet to overheat
- Ideal for a range of sensitive skin conditions
- Helps reduce the 'itch-scratch' cycle
- Breathability helps promote healing
- Clinically proven to effectively aid atopic dermatitis
- Guaranteed hypoallergenic for sensitive skin
- Fabric knit allows air and moisture to pass through
- 'Antimicrobial shield' is permanently bonded to the silk
- The antimicrobial used is also environmentally-friendly
- Can be used as a preventative base-layer of underclothing
- Can be worn continuously to help control eczema flare ups
- Has natural moisturising properties to soothe and hydrate skin
- Naturally soft and gentle material is ideal for sore skin
- Stitching is on the outside of the garment to prevent skin irritation
- Features soft seams with minimal stitching
- Free from potentially sensitising dyes
Which Skin Conditions Are the DermaSilk Therapeutic Undersocks Suitable For?
The DermaSilk Therapeutic Silk Undersocks are soothing for a variety of conditions, including:
- Eczema and atopic dermatitis
- Contact dermatitis
- Allergic skin conditions
- Psoriasis
- Rashes
- Dry skin
- Lower leg conditions
- Gravitational eczema / statis eczema
- Varicose veins
- Athletes foot
- Folliculitis
- Bacterial and fungal infections
- Ulcers
The DermaSilk Therapeutic Silk Undersocks can be used to as a preventative base layer for some conditions, effectively replacing your normal garments 24/7, and are designed to complement the majority of dermatological treatments.
What Should I Use These Socks For?
DermaSilk Therapeutic Knee High Undersocks help to keep feet fresh and free of odour since the antimicrobial shield helps to eliminate the bacteria that is responsible for bad smells. They are also affective against the fungi responsible for athletes foot. The DermaSilk Silk Socks can also benefit those with sensitive, sore and broken skin, rashes and dryness.
Can I Use These Socks Instead of Conventional Treatment?
DermaSilk Therapeutic Clothing is designed to complement your conventional treatment rather than replace it. When used in combination with medical creams and ointments, we recommend making sure your medication is fully absorbed into the skin before DermaSilk clothing is worn.
Why Is Silk Better For My Skin Than Cotton?
Whilst both fabrics are natural, silk has the advantage of being a protein fibre rather than a vegetable fibre, creating a smooth and friction-free material that will not irritate skin. DermaSilk is also capable of maintaining a stable body temperature in any climate, and is able to absorb up to a third of its weight in moisture without feeling damp. These are important features for those with irritated and sensitive skin, to reduce likelihood of further irritation.
Can I Just Use Ordinary Silk Instead of DermaSilk?
Conventional silk is often made from tightly-woven threads which do not allow for the free passage of air through their weave. DermaSilk uses a specially-designed knitted construction that allows for breathability.
Why Is DermaSilk Sericin-Free?
Medical grade silk, as used in stitches in surgical operations, is made from pure fibroin, the central core of the silk thread. This is because the sericin component of silk has been shown to be linked to some allergic reactions. DermaSilk has eliminated this risk by removing the sericin from their garments to give you pure, medical-grade, hypoallergenic silk.
How Does the Antimicrobial Shield Work?
Silk is a protein fibre and so can promote the growth of bacteria and fungi, which is a problem for eczematous skin as it can cause irritation. The antimicrobial shield is colourless and odourless, and it kills bacteria and fungi by puncturing and electrocuting it.
Because it is a physical killer of microbes rather than a chemical one like silver or triclosan, no chemicals are released from the silk to poison the microbes, which is great news for your skin. This shield is permanently bonded to the silk by a patented process and has been shown to not leave the silk, even after 50 washes.
Will the Antimicrobial Shield Irritate My Skin?
No. The Antimicrobial shield has been tested extensively to ensure its safety, and has been used in hospital settings for nearly 30 years. It has been subject to extensive toxicity tests to ensure safety on both intact and damaged skin. No reports of adverse reactions have ever been reported.
Has DermaSilk Been Tested Medically?
DermaSilk has undergone a series of clinical trials for a number of different medical conditions and has been shown to offer a positive benefit to patients. Here is a study for your reference:
How Should I Wash My DermaSilk Therapeutic Undersocks?
Your DermaSilk garments can be washed at 30°C provided they are placed in a net bag to protect the seams. In many parts of the UK, there are minerals in the water that can remain on the silk fibres after washing. In areas like this, your DermaSilk garment can be restored as follows: After every ten washes, soak your DermaSilk clothing in a solution of two tablespoons of bicarbonate of soda per litre of water overnight, then wash as instructed. This method can also be used for stain removal.
Technical Specifications
- Materials:
- 100% medical-grade sericin-free silk
Care Instructions
- Do not use fabric softeners or conditioners
- Do not bleach
- Hand wash using a mild non-biological (enzyme-free) detergent
- Rinse thorough
- Lay flat on a towel to dry
- Can be machine washed at 30°C - place in a net bag
- Do not tumble dry
- Use a cool steam iron if necessary to restore shape of garment
- Soak overnight in a solution of two tablespoons bicarbonate of soda per litre of water to remove hard water deposits and stains
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VAT Relief Form
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Health and Care
Unit 6, Union Court
Union Road
London
SW4 6JP
Returns Policy
This item is not returnable on grounds of hygiene.
Please note: Health and Care is dedicated to maintaining the highest levels of hygiene for all of its products, and for this reason this item is non-refundable and non-returnable, if unsuitable or unwanted, on grounds of hygiene.
If you have any questions regarding this returns policy, please contact our Health and Care customer care team on 020 7720 2266 for further details.
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