Bayer Crop Science

Bayer Crop Science is an important supplier to Cairns Pest Control Services. A research-based group with serious investment in health care, nutrition and high-tech materials, Bayer is a torch bearer of social and ethical responsibility. They are also committed to the principles of sustainable development.
The pest control products we source are designed for minimal environmental impact and maximal pest management effectiveness. Many of their products control the nuisances of pests such as ants, roaches and flies

TIP OF THE WINTER DAY

Regularly washing our hands and then the constant change between wintry outdoor temperatures and the heated air indoors – all this can make our skin dry out quickly. It is particularly important to protect it, because our skin is the most important barrier to the outside world for our body – and it now needs to be particularly resistant during this cold period, which makes taking care of it more important than ever.

We must ensure our skin doesn’t dry out despite the vigorous cleaning that is so important right now,” explains Dr. Mira Jakobs, Scientific Affairs Manager for Bepanthen at Bayer’s Leverkusen site. “If the skin loses too much moisture, it can no longer carry out its protective function to full effect. Even though we can’t become infected with coronavirus via our skin, other pathogens and harmful substances can then easily get into our bodies,” she warns. 

Especially now, when cold and flu viruses are on the rise again in many places, bringing with them typical symptoms such as coughs, colds and sore throats, it is important to continue to observe hygiene rules - especially since everyone unconsciously touches their face with their hands several times a day, allowing viruses to enter the body much more quickly through our mucous membranes. 

 Selecting the right sanitizer

Our skin currently has to deal with more than frequent hand washing, though. Regular hand disinfection also plays an important role in everyday life. To avoid overtaxing the skin unnecessarily, selecting the right sanitizer is crucial. “It’s important to check whether products are intended for surfaces or hands. Most products for hands also contain skincare or moisturizing substances so as not to put undue strain on the skin barrier,” says Jakobs. 

Furthermore, not all sanitizers are equally effective. According to the Robert Koch Institute, products with indications such as “limited virucidal efficacy” (effective against enveloped viruses), “limited virucidal efficacy PLUS” or “virucidal” marked on the packaging are proven to work. 

While washing and sanitizing your hands may have an impact on your skin, it is especially crucial during the cold season and in the face of other viral infections.
That makes it all the more important to maintain the skin’s protective function and not allow it to dry out. And there’s only one thing that helps here – cream, cream and more cream.

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