Touchless Care Skin Protectants

Touchless Care was built around a simple but important idea in incontinence and wound care: applying a barrier to fragile, compromised skin shouldn't require rubbing. For patients with pressure injuries, perineal dermatitis, or peristomal irritation, the act of wiping cream onto raw skin can be painful and can disrupt healing. A spray-on zinc oxide protectant lets caregivers coat vulnerable areas without direct contact—less trauma to the skin, less discomfort for the patient, and a cleaner application for the caregiver.

The core of this line is the Touchless Care Zinc Oxide Protectant Spray, which combines a 25% zinc oxide and 20% dimethicone formula to seal out moisture and irritants while soothing already-damaged skin. It sprays on evenly at any angle, making hard-to-reach areas like the sacrum and buttocks far easier to treat. The formula is CHG compatible, so it can be used alongside chlorhexidine gluconate skin-prep and bathing protocols without breaking down the antiseptic—an important detail in facilities managing infection-prevention bundles. A light mineral oil scent keeps it discreet at the bedside.

It's stocked in two sizes: a 2 oz bottle (62402) that's handy for individual patients or travel, and a 4.5 oz bottle (62404) better suited to ongoing use in home care or facility settings. Both dispense the same protective coating, so the choice comes down to how often you'll reach for it.

Caregivers often ask whether a spray protects as well as a paste. The answer lies in the film it leaves: the zinc oxide creates a durable barrier against urine and stool, while dimethicone locks in moisture and helps the skin recover—all without the messy buildup that thick pastes leave behind at each change.

For more skin-barrier and protectant options, explore Amerx Health Care and Alera Skin Care Products.