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I have just had a delivery of oxygen and read about the oil based products that should not be used. I use a Boots oil as a base for my foundation on my face every day, if this is a no no, can anyone suggest an alternative without an oil base?

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kimmy59

I use what I've always used. My nurse said to just be careful, leave it a bit before putting your cannula back on to be honest I don't even think about now.

Kim xxx

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669rivers in reply tokimmy59

Thanks for your reply, I suppose they have to inform us of any dangers there may be.

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kimmy59 in reply to669rivers

Yeah they do, after a while you forget and it just becomes part of your life.

Kim xx

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stone-UK

Hi

Oil based products can damage the equipment and increase the risk of fire. Speak to your pharmacy for non oil based products.

Would you take you time but risk crossing a major road, or walk 5 metres to a pelican crossing.

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669rivers

Thanks for the reply, will do.

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Toci

There are some good, water-based products so why take any risks? Have a look around and maybe a new you will be found? :)

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Colours23

Abit cheeky but don't wear it,I've never worn make up on my face ,I bet you look younger with out it. I better shut up as I will get into trouble.

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jojam

I use Neutrogena oil free moisturiser it is available in Wilkinson's, Waitrose & Amazon probably other retail outlets as well.

Best wishes

Jo :-)

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669rivers in reply tojojam

Thanks for the reply, I am off to Waitrose this afternoon so I will look for it.

I like kiehls moisturisers, nice and light. Do you have very dry skin? Oil under foundation would usually cause it to slide off. Alternatively you could try a primer under your foundation

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Thanks for the reply, I will look into it.

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Champ294

Don't know about the face but with oxygen nose can get sore and l was recommended k y gel it works for me l think you have just to be careful around the nose area with cream so maybe you could use it on cheeks etc

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669rivers in reply toChamp294

Thanks for the info.

Talk to your pharmacist you will get the best and correct advice, never never put oil base creams when on oxygen, a no makeup face is better than a BURNT ONE.

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Thank you, I will check with a pharmacist before buying anything

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