iLex Skin Protectant Paste

iLex Skin Protectant Paste is the go-to barrier product for some of the most difficult skin challenges caregivers and clinicians face — persistent moisture, high-output stomas, fistulas, and skin around drainage tubes that ordinary creams simply can't keep protected. Unlike a typical ointment, iLex forms a thick, tenacious layer that stays put even in wet, high-friction conditions, shielding raw or denuded skin from digestive fluids and constant moisture.

People search for iLex when other barriers keep washing away. It's frequently recommended for the peristomal skin breakdown that follows leaking pouches, for perianal irritation from chronic diarrhea or incontinence, and for the excoriated skin around G-tubes and wound drains. The paste's staying power is what sets it apart: once applied to clean, dry skin, it adheres firmly and can support an ostomy appliance seal rather than interfere with it.

This collection features the Ilex Health Skin Protectant Paste in the 8 oz. jar (IPT50A) — the standard size clinicians reach for in wound care, ostomy, and long-term care settings. A little goes a long way, and the larger jar suits both facilities and individuals managing an ongoing skin condition.

A few application tips make a real difference. Apply a thin, even layer to skin that is as dry as possible, then cover with a light dusting of stoma powder or an appliance if you're pouching. To remove, don't scrub — mineral oil or a similar emollient lifts the paste gently without re-traumatizing fragile skin. Because iLex is designed for medical-grade protection rather than everyday moisturizing, it's best reserved for skin that's already compromised or at genuine risk.

Explore the full range of ILEX Health Products for related skin protection and barrier options.