{"title":"Lower-Leg \u0026 Circulation Skin Care","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCaring for fragile lower-leg skin\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe skin of the lower legs and ankles is often the first place circulation problems show up. When blood pools in the lower legs, the surrounding skin can become dry, discolored, itchy, hardened, and fragile. Comfortable, well-moisturized skin is easier to protect, and gentle daily skin care is an important companion to the treatment your clinician provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis page is about soothing and protecting fragile lower-leg skin. Venous leg ulcers are open wounds that require medical management, usually including compression therapy prescribed by a professional. Please read the safety note below.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy lower-leg skin becomes fragile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen veins struggle to return blood upward, pressure builds in the lower legs. Over time this can cause swelling, fluid leakage into the skin, and inflammation. The skin becomes dry and itchy, may darken or harden, and grows fragile and slow to recover from minor injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA gentle daily routine\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisturize fragile, dry skin\u003c\/strong\u003e to relieve itching and keep the surface supple and intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid scratching;\u003c\/strong\u003e soothing dry, itchy skin reduces the urge that leads to breaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFollow your compression plan\u003c\/strong\u003e exactly as prescribed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevate the legs\u003c\/strong\u003e when resting, as advised by your clinician, and inspect daily for changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow a gentle hydrogel helps\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDr. Nice's HydroMend soothes dry, itchy, fragile skin and lays down a breathable layer of moisture with an all-natural, non-stinging formula. Keeping the delicate skin of the lower legs comfortable supports the daily routine around the care your clinician directs. It is vegan, lanolin-free, and free of harsh chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat people are saying\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(280px,1fr));gap:16px;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #cfe3f3;border-radius:12px;padding:18px 20px;background:#eef6fc;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:11px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:.05em;color:#2a7ab0;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003eHome health nurse\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:16px;font-weight:600;color:#102a43;line-height:1.35;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003eWhat I recommend to families\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#3f4a55;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eAs a home health nurse, I work with patients dealing with fragile skin, chronic wounds, and age-related skin challenges every day. I look for products that are gentle, easy to apply, and help maintain an ideal environment for the skin. HydroMend is a product I feel comfortable recommending as part of a comprehensive skin care routine. It has clean ingredients and provides a soothing sensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#2a7ab0;\"\u003e— Marcy B, Home Health Nurse\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e6e8eb;border-radius:12px;padding:18px 20px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:11px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:.05em;color:#2a7ab0;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003eVenous leg ulcer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:16px;font-weight:600;color:#102a43;line-height:1.35;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003eGetting back on my feet\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#4a4a4a;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eMy venous leg ulcer affected more than my skin — it affected my mobility, comfort, and daily life. HydroMend became part of my routine by helping protect the affected area while keeping my skin comfortable and hydrated. Seeing gradual progress gave me motivation to stay consistent with my care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#2a7ab0;\"\u003e— John S\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12px;color:#888888;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eIndividual experiences vary; these reflect personal experiences and are not a guarantee of results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eImportant safety information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVenous leg ulcers and any open wound on the lower leg require professional medical care, typically including prescribed compression. Do not attempt to self-treat a leg ulcer. Contact your doctor or wound-care clinic for any open sore, increasing swelling, signs of infection, or a wound that is not improving. Dr. Nice's products are for comfort and protection of intact skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the gel be used on a leg ulcer?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — open ulcers need your clinician's care plan. Use the gel on intact, dry, fragile skin for comfort and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it help with itchy lower-leg skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed to soothe and moisturize dry, itchy skin, which can reduce scratching that breaks the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hydromend-for-seniors","title":"HydroMend (Wound Care for Seniors)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGentle hydrogel wound care, formulated for fragile and aging skin. 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