Gloves and creams

Gloves

Recommended gloves are:

Single use, all-round smooth, powder free, non-latex gloves, ideally around 300mm length (top to tail). These are available in different sizes and it is important to use the size that fits properly.

More information on gloves and where to get them:

• Hair and Beauty Suppliers Association website.
• British Safety Industry Federation
  Search by product for 'Hand Protection', then in the sub-category search for 'Hand Protection (Chemical)'. It will then give a list of companies with links to further information about each of them.

Creams

Recommended skin creams are paraffin-based or aqueous moisturising creams. These should be in a form that can be used without cross-contamination between users (i.e. in a dispenser, or each member of staff has their own supply). Moisturisers should be applied to all parts of the skin. See Skin care' [PDF 62kb].

Your wholesaler or local pharmacy should be able to supply creams.