What is Prickly Heat?

Prickly Heat is caused when sweat is trapped underneath the skin causing blocked pores, resulting in the uncomfortable symptoms of Prickly Heat.

How do I know if I have Prickly Heat?

The signs and symptoms of Prickly Heat include itching or prickling and can sometimes cause small blister like bumps. Dekasan Powder can provide relief to these uncomfortable symptoms.

When should I use Dekasan Powder?

As well as being used to relieve the uncomfortable symptoms of Prickly Heat, Dekasan Powder can also be used as part of your daily routine to prevent chaffing, blocked pores and to keep skin feeling cool and refreshed.

How should Dekasan Powder be applied?

Wash with affected area with clean water and dry thoroughly. Avoid using soap which may block pores further. Apply Dekasan Powder to the affected area. Dekasan Powder may be used as and when necessary.

Note: Avoid any sunlight on the affected area for at least 72 hours

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Cause of Prickly Heat

When the body is hot it produces sweat that cools the skin as it evaporates. However, the sweat can get trapped underneath the surface of the skin creating blocked pores, resulting in Prickly Heat.

If untreated, the blocked pores may

cause a fungal infection.

Application of Dekasan

Wash with affected area with clean water and dry thoroughly. Avoid using soap which may block pores further. Apply Dekasan Powder to the affected area. Dekasan Powder may be used as and when necessary.

Note: Avoid any sunlight on the affected area for at least 72 hours

Solution to Prickly Heat

Dekasan Powder can provide relief to irritation leaving skin feeling cool and refreshed during the hottest conditions.

What Does Prickly Heat Look Like?

Prickly Heat, also known as heat rash or miliaria, appears as small, red bumps on the skin that may feel itchy or cause a prickling or burning sensation. It commonly occurs in areas of the body where sweat is trapped beneath clogged pores, leading to inflammation. The rash can cluster in folds of the skin or areas where clothing causes friction, presenting a dotted or blister-like appearance on the surface.