Wet Lay-Up, Need Moisturizers

[BBB]

So, misleading tittle. But follow along...

At work we are doing a long series of carbon fiber wet lay ups. This is where we mix resin, then use it to wet out our carbon fabric. It's the opposite of a "pre-preg" lay up where the resin is already infused into our fabric.

My body HATES the resin we use. Even though im using all my protective gear, It dries out my skin, which makes me itch. I'm also taking 3ish showers a day, and that doesn't help with the dry skin issue.

So, after all that, what moisturizers is everyone using? Currently I'm using oil of Olay "quencher" or something. Works ok, but has always burned after applying.

Give me you ideas!

[Daddy R]

Corn Huskers

[Alexandra]

I just use olive oil

[sarah_ab]

Cetaphil... it comes over the counter in larger countainers... it is a mix between a lotion and ointment, so will leave a bit of a layer on your skin, but nothing awful... put it all over your dry skin after you dry off from the shower... it will help keep the moisture stil on your skin in.... I had really bad psoriasis for years, and used it to keep my skin from cracking... also buy something like gillette moisturizing soap for the shower... it will also help keep your skin moist.

[Diapered Jason]

Cool stuff. I have worked with the unidirectional pre-preg before, autoclave included. That material is notorious for giving painful slivers that are difficult if not impossible to remove. Of course, you have to wear gloves. Some people even develop alergies to the material over time.

I myself am not exactly sure what works well, but when the skin on my hands gets dry nothing seems to work. Luckfully, this happens rarely for me and only during the winter, but when it does happen it lasts awhile.

[LILJIM]

I worked with a Thinner for years at work. I'd use Avon Silicone Glove handcream. I'd wet my hands then put some on. It would make a layer that helped keep the thinner away from my hands. It was also good in the winter for dry skin. I had to try different amounts at first to find what would work but not make my hands feel oily..... For dry cracking feet or hands Grandpas' Doctor said to: "Cover your feet/hands with Vasoline/Petroleum Jelly then cover with WHITE socks while you sleep".This I have tried and it stopped my feet and hands from cracking and bleeding. LOL good for diaper rash too.

[Bettypooh]

Perhaps you could contact the manufacturer of the products and ask for recommendations. There may be a specific product they know of which can help, or there may be a reason to avoid products with certain ingredients.

Just a thought- and good luck on finding help.

Bettypooh

[Repaid1]

I tried searching for it, but couldn't find it but Elmer's ( The glue company) used to make it then I found this: http://www.amazon.com/BlueMagic-5216-Invisible-Glove-Coating/dp/B000ID0H6Q/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1327501310&sr=8-1-fkmr0

I used to swear by the Elmers version when I worked with Fiberglass and resin.

[BBB]

Cool stuff. I have worked with the unidirectional pre-preg before, autoclave included. That material is notorious for giving painful slivers that are difficult if not impossible to remove. Of course, you have to wear gloves. Some people even develop alergies to the material over time.

Yup, I've done lots of the unidirectional stuff as well. Everything from really light weight up to cyctec's nickalon carbon material. Usually in BMI resin systems, but also epoxy and polyemide resin systems. And Im a certified AC operator.

Perhaps you could contact the manufacturer of the products and ask for recommendations. There may be a specific product they know of which can help, or there may be a reason to avoid products with certain ingredients.

Just a thought- and good luck on finding help.

Bettypooh

We have a long list of the PPE from the manufacturer, and I'm doing every bit of it and then some. Unfortunately it's a proprietary mix for the company so I don't think they get alot of feedback, but you may be right about it reacting with an ingredient. Maybe something left over from lotions or soaps. I'll have to follow up on that.

I tried searching for it, but couldn't find it but Elmer's ( The glue company) used to make it then I found this: http://www.amazon.com/BlueMagic-5216-Invisible-Glove-Coating/dp/B000ID0H6Q/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1327501310&sr=8-1-fkmr0

I used to swear by the Elmers version when I worked with Fiberglass and resin.

I'm currently using a real similar product line marketed as "derma shield". There is a noticeable reduction in my reaction when I remember to put it on before suiting up.

http://www.dermashieldusa.com/

Cetaphil... it comes over the counter in larger countainers... it is a mix between a lotion and ointment, so will leave a bit of a layer on your skin, but nothing awful... put it all over your dry skin after you dry off from the shower... it will help keep the moisture stil on your skin in.... I had really bad psoriasis for years, and used it to keep my skin from cracking... also buy something like gillette moisturizing soap for the shower... it will also help keep your skin moist.

I'm using mens's Dove brand body wash that does pretty good for moisturizing. Gets the man stink off me too. I've had dry skin on my legs in the winter since I was a young teen; almost to a psoriatic level, but not quite. I got in the habit of applying lotion just after a shower, but thanks for the tip.

And finally, I typed up all these "qoute" responds on my phone. If it doesn't display right, I won't be surprised.