Don't leave skin protection too late.
For many older Australians and people living with disability, skin can become vulnerable due to ageing, incontinence or lack of mobility. Taking preventative action today may help reduce the risk of irritation, skin damage and discomfort.
Why does skin become vulnerable?
Skin is the body’s natural protective barrier, helping to shield us from irritants, bacteria and infection. However, factors such as ageing, incontinence, moisture from sweat, and harsh cleansers, can weaken this barrier over time, leaving skin more vulnerable to damage.
Over time, skin can become thinner, drier and less resilient. Exposure to moisture and irritants, such as urine, can further weaken the skin’s natural defenses, increasing the risk of dryness, irritation, skin tears and Incontinence Associated Dermatitis (IAD). Reduced mobility, friction and pressure can also contribute to skin damage.
Ageing Skin
Incontinence
• Moisture weakens the skin barrier• Urine is acidic and can irritate the skin
• Can contribute to IAD
Reduced Mobility
• Increased sitting time or lying timemay increase pressure or friction
Frequent Cleansing
• Can disrupt skin pH• May increase dryness
• Traditional soaps may remove natural oils
What can you do today?
A simple routine can make a difference.1

Clean
Use gentle, pH-balanced
cleansing products.

Protect
Support the skin barrier to help
defend against skin damage.

Care/Restore
Moisturise regularly to help
maintain healthy skin.
Why MoliCare® SKIN?
From helping to maintain the skin’s natural pH balance* to supporting hydration and skin barrier function, MoliCare® SKIN provides everyday skin care that helps keep skin healthy, comfortable and resilient.
Explore the MoliCare® SKIN range

Clean
Gentle and pH-balanced skin cleansers to help maintain the skin’s barrier function and help prevent skin irritation1-7*.

Protect
Strengthens and regenerates the skin's natural barrier protecting against irritants caused by urine and faeces12.

Care
Provides intensive moisture to help improve skin strength and elasticity.
References
1. Beeckman D, Barakat-Johnson M, Ahtiala M, et al. Incontinence-associated dermatitis: Moving prevention forward. Best Practice Update 2026. Wounds International; 2026.
2. PAUL HARTMANN AG. In vitro reconstruction of human epidermis using Linseed oil fatty acids: Preliminary conclusions. External test performed by Evonik Stockhausen GmbH on behalf of PAUL HARTMANN AG, 23 May 2011. Teamcenter ID: 100401766. Internal data on file.
3. PAUL HARTMANN AG. MoliCare® Skin Moist Skin Care Tissues Technical Data Sheet. Document no. L 9.0154, revised 2 September 2025. Teamcenter ID: 100001820. Internal data on file.
4. PAUL HARTMANN AG. MoliCare® Skin Cleansing Foam Technical Data Sheet. Document no. L. 90166, revised 12 June 2026. Teamcenter ID: 100002002. Internal data on file.
5. PAUL HARTMANN AG. MoliCare® Skin Impregnated Wash Gloves Technical Data Sheet. Document no. L 9.0155, revised 2 September 2025. Teamcenter ID: 100001860. Internal data on file.
6. PAUL HARTMANN AG. MoliCare® Skin Wash Lotion Technical Data Sheet. Document no. L 9.0164, revised 6 March 2026. Teamcenter ID: 100001858. Internal data on file.
7. PAUL HARTMANN AG. MoliCare® Skin Shampoo Technical Data Sheet. Document no. L 9.0153, revised 20 February 2026. Teamcenter ID: 100001758. Internal data on file.
8. PAUL HARTMANN AG. MoliCare® Barrier Cream Technical Data Sheet. Document no. L 9.0163, revised 20 January 2026. Teamcenter ID: 100419966. Internal data on file.
9. PAUL HARTMANN AG. MoliCare® Barrier Cream Technical Data Sheet. Document no. L 9.0163, revised 20 January 2026. Teamcenter ID: 100419959. Internal data on file.
10. PAUL HARTMANN AG. MoliCare® Skin range.Teamcenter ID: 100419970. Internal data on file.
11. PAUL HARTMANN AG. Nutriskin® Protection Complex.Teamcenter ID: 100404308. Internal data on file.
12. Southgate, G & Bradbury, S 2016, ‘Management of incontinence-associated dermatitis with a skin barrier protectant’, British Journal of Nursing, vol. 25, no. 9.
* Applicable for MoliCare® SKIN Clean range and MoliCare® SKIN Barrier Cream
