How does Beta-Glucan work?

 Beta-glucan is a fiber that has been shown in clinical studies to help improve skin hydration and healing (Du et al 2014). It works as a humectant moisturizer (helps attract water to the top layers of the skin) and repairs by helping boost the skin barrier. On a cellular level, Beta-Glucan works by interacting with immune cells and skin cells. Beta-glucan binds to receptors of immune and skin cells. It activates the immune cells (macrophages) that help reduce inflammation and kill bacteria. It also activates the skin cells (keratinocytes and fibroblasts) that work to make new skin, blood vessels and collagen. The activation of the immune cells and skin cells leads to improve hydration of the skin and skin healing.

 

How is your Beta-Glucan extracted?

 Our Beta-Glucan is extracted from barley using air technology. Beta-Glucan is a fiber that has been shown to improve skin healing and hydration. As a result, our Beta-Glucan is free from chemicals and solvents.

 

Where is your Beta-Glucan bath and cream made?

 Our by Dr Mom Beta-Glucan cream and bath are manufactured in Alberta, Canada.

 

What skin conditions can Beta-Glucan be used for?

 Beta-glucan can help heal skin conditions where the skin barrier is compromised such as in dry, itchy and irritated skin.

 

How is your beta-glucan bath different than an oatmeal bath?

 Oatmeal baths contain 3-5% Beta-Glucan, which has been shown to be effective for the treatment of eczema. Our Beta-Glucan bath contains 23% Beta-Glucan from barely. Our bath is safe for all ages and pregnancy. The Beta-Glucan contained in the Soothing Bath Treatment by Dr. Mom is sourced and made in Canada. It is extracted with a technique that uses air technology, requiring no chemicals or solvents.

 

How often should you use the Beta-Glucan bath?

 For very dry or irritated skin, we recommend soaking in our by Dr Mom Beta Glucan Bath three times a week. For maintaining hydration of your skin, we recommend using the bath weekly.

 

Do you need to wash off the Beta-Glucan bath?

 After Beta-Glucan bath, pat dry the skin leaving a thin film of water and Beta-Glucan and apply a fragrance-free cream throughout the body. For very dry areas, apply our Beta Cream to those areas.

 

Can you use soap in addition to the Beta-Glucan bath?

 Yes, but we recommend first soaking in the Beta-Glucan bath to hydrate their skin, then use soap in the soiled areas, rinse off the soap and then pat dry the skin leaving a thin layer of liquid and Beta-Glucan and then apply a moisturizer immediately to lock in the moisture! For very dry areas, apply our Beta Cream to those areas.

 

How to make a hand soak with a Beta-Glucan bath?

 Soak 2 tablespoons of by Beta-Glucan bath in a bowl. Soak your hands for 10 minutes. Pat skin lightly with a towel leaving skin damp. Immediately apply fragrance-free moisturizer or Beta-Glucan cream.

 

Is it ok if you drink the Beta glucan bath?

 It is not recommended for infants or children to drink bath water as there can be contaminants in the water (i.e. urine). If our by Dr Mom Beta Glucan bath is ingested, rest assured we used food grade beta glucan extracted from barley!

 

How to use the Beta cream?

 Our beta cream can be used daily or as needed. It does go on thick, so I normally recommend using on only dry patches but some people like using it daily as a moisturizer.

 

Can you use Beta cream around the eyes?

 It can be used around the eyes, but you need to be careful to not get into the eyes or that will cause pain and discomfort.

 

Can the Beta cream be used for keratosis pillars?

Unfortunately, there is insufficient evidence that our beta-glucan products will help keratosis pilaris.

 

Does the beta cream help treat HFMD?

 It won’t resolve the lesions of HFMD faster, but it will help with the discomfort associated with the lesions.

 

Does it work for Baby acne?

 Our products are safe to be used for infants. Baby acne is a self-resolving condition that typically does not require any treatment.

 

Does it work for cradle cap?

 Our beta cream is safe to use for all ages and is effective for dry, itchy and inflamed skin. We don’t routinely recommend using for cradle cap as there are other products on the market that can be helpful such as mineral oil.

More information on cradle cap can be found here :)

https://lifeofdrmom.com/cradle-cap/

 

Can the Beta-Cream be applied multiple times per day?

 The Beta cream can be used multiple times per day and unlike topical steroids, repeated use will not thin the skin. It can be used for spot treatment or for the entire body. Some people describe the cream as having a “sticky” texture so some may not like to apply to the entire body.

  

How often can you use your Beta-Glucan cream?

 The Beta Cream can be used multiple times per day to affect areas and can be applied to the face and body.

 

Is your Beta-Cream safe for the face?

 Yes, our Beta-Cream can be used on the body and the face. It can be used around the eyes,  but be careful not get the product in your eyes.

 

Are your Beta-Glucan products safe for pregnancy?

 Yes, our Beta-Glucan bath and cream are safe for pregnancy. In, fact the Cleveland clinic has reviewed the safety of Beta-Glucan and has deemed it safe for ingestion in all ages and for pregnancy.

 

My child has sensitive skin, is it possible for my child to have a reaction to the product?

 Our products are designed in collaboration with an allergist and immunologist, and we have chosen ingredients that are less likely to cause skin reactions. It’s still possible to still have a skin reaction if you have sensitive skin. When trying a new product, we recommend applying the product to a small patch of skin, a good area to test is the inside of the forearm. This is called patch testing. Repeat this over the course of the week to the same area of skin to see if there is any irritation.

 

How often can you expect results after using the Beta-Glucan Bath or Cream?

 Many people notice softer and smoother skin after one soak of our bath. Some people may need multiple soaks to notice improvements to their skin.

 With one use of our Beta-Glucan cream, itchiness and redness can improve. Some people may need multiple treatments.

 

Does your Beta-Glucan Cream and Bath contain gluten? Can I use your products if I have a gluten allergy?

 Yes, our Beta-Glucan is derived from barley and contain traces of gluten. Some people with a gluten allergy have experienced skin reactions from using our products. If you would like to try our products we recommend patch testing.