What This Eczema Body Wash Does
This eczema body wash cleans skin that is dry, tight and inflamed without stripping it further, which is the problem with almost everything else in a bathroom. Ordinary soap is alkaline and lifts out the skin’s own oils along with the dirt, and on eczema-prone skin that is what leaves it stinging and itchy for the rest of the evening. This one is soap-free, completely unfragranced, and it rinses away cleanly instead of leaving a film.
Bioderma Makes It safe for Newborns
This is the most important sentence about this product and it belongs at the top of any page selling it. Bioderma’s own instruction is that it may be used on newborns, excepting premature babies, which puts it in the very small group of washes a parent can safely use every day on a baby whose skin is already dry and cracking. Most things sold for babies are scented, and most things sold for eczema carry an age restriction, so a wash that is both unfragranced and newborn-suitable is genuinely unusual.
If you are a parent reading this because your baby’s cheeks, elbows or knees are red, rough and being scratched, that is the thing worth knowing: this is a wash you can use from the start, every day, on a very small person. Bring the baby to our pharmacy and let our pharmacist look, because getting the washing right is usually the first half of settling it and the part most families are never told about.
And if it keeps coming back, come back to us. Bioderma’s own advice on this product is that if the dryness persists you should consult a healthcare professional, and our doctor is here for exactly that.
Why a Wash Matters at All When the Cream Is the Treatment
Most people with eczema-prone skin have been given a cream and nothing else, and then wonder why it keeps coming back.
The reason is that a daily shower with ordinary soap undoes in four minutes what a cream does overnight. Moisturising your way out of washing with something that strips you is uphill work. So the washing step belongs in the routine rather than alongside it, and it is the half that decides whether the treatment holds up — the same logic as sunscreen with a dark-spot product.
Bioderma design this one to be followed by their Atoderm Intensive balm, and that pairing is their own fourth instruction rather than our suggestion. Ask our pharmacist what to put on afterwards, because a wash on its own is half the job.
What Is Actually Working in It
Bioderma name four things, and the interesting one is nowhere on your page.
A superfatted, soap-free cleansing base. Superfatted means fats are built into the wash itself, so it cleans without taking the skin’s own oils with it. That is the whole difference from soap, and it is why skin feels soft rather than squeaky afterwards.
A patented element that limits how well bacteria stick to the surface of the skin. This is the one worth knowing. On eczema-prone skin, certain bacteria build up in larger numbers than usual and are part of why flares get worse, so a wash that makes the surface less hospitable to them is doing something beyond simple moisturising. Bioderma pair it with purifying agents and vitamin PP to work against the micro-organisms and irritants that make dryness worse.
And a second patented complex that raises the skin’s tolerance threshold, which in plain terms means skin that reacts to less. It runs through the whole Atoderm range.
Plus two things left out, which matter as much as anything in it. No soap. And no fragrance of any kind — fragrance is the commonest cause of a reaction to a cosmetic, so on skin that is already inflamed, leaving it out removes the likeliest culprit before you start.
What Bioderma’s Testing Showed
A usage test under dermatological control on 20 volunteers aged 25 to 63 with dry skin: skin soothed for 90%, better hydrated for 90%, and more comfortable for 85%.
That is a small group and the results are the volunteers’ own impressions rather than instrument readings, so we give them as what they are: the maker’s own usage testing. On a wash, though, the volunteers’ impression is close to the right measure, because comfort after washing is the entire thing you are buying.
How to Use It
Bioderma’s directions are four steps. Apply to wet skin, lather, rinse thoroughly, dry gently — and then apply the Atoderm Intensive balm.
Three things people get wrong. Dry gently means patting rather than rubbing, because a towel on inflamed skin does real damage. Rinse properly, since residue left behind is itself an irritant. And keep the water lukewarm rather than hot, as hot water strips skin faster than any cleanser does.
Then moisturise while the skin is still slightly damp, within a few minutes of getting out. That timing matters more than which cream you use, and it is free.
Use it on the face and the body, daily. If you also wash your hands many times a day for work, the Atoderm hand cream is built for the same skin, and the Sensibio face wash is the alternative if your trouble is reactive facial skin rather than dryness.
Is This Eczema Body Wash Right for You?
It suits dry, very dry and eczema-prone skin, on the face and body, from newborns upward. A few things to settle first, and our pharmacist will go through them.
- Newborns yes, premature babies no. That is Bioderma’s own distinction and worth respecting exactly.
- If the dryness persists, see our doctor. Bioderma say so themselves, and eczema that keeps flaring is treatable rather than something to live with.
- If the skin is weeping, crusted, blistered or getting worse, please come in before buying anything. Broken eczema can become infected and that needs treating, not washing.
- A wash covers half the routine. Ask us what to put on afterwards, because Bioderma’s own directions end with a balm.
- Keep it out of the eyes, and rinse with water if any gets in.
Where to Buy Bioderma Atoderm Intensive Gel Moussant 200 ml in Kenya
Order online and we deliver countrywide, or collect from our pharmacy at Kahawa Sukari Shopping Center, Nairobi. We send orders to Nairobi and every neighbourhood around it — the CBD, Westlands, Parklands, Gigiri, Muthaiga, Runda, Rosslyn, Kitisuru, Lower Kabete, Lavington, Kileleshwa, Kilimani, Karen, Langata, South B, South C, Eastleigh, Buruburu, Donholm, Embakasi, Ngong Road, Kasarani, Roysambu, Zimmerman, Githurai, Ruaka, Banana Hill, Two Rivers, Village Market and Pride Lands — and across Kiambu, Thika, Juja, Ruiru, Kikuyu, Limuru and Ngong.
Beyond the capital we deliver to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Nyeri, Machakos, Athi River, Kitengela, Kajiado, Naivasha, Narok, Kericho, Bomet, Kisii, Migori, Homa Bay, Siaya, Bungoma, Busia, Kakamega, Vihiga, Webuye, Kitale, Nandi Hills, Iten, Kapenguria, Embu, Meru, Chuka, Kerugoya, Murang’a, Othaya, Nyahururu, Nanyuki, Maralal, Isiolo, Marsabit, Moyale, Wajir, Mandera, Garissa, Lodwar, Kitui, Mwingi, Makueni, Emali, Kibwezi, Voi, Taveta, Wundanyi, Mariakani, Diani, Ukunda, Kilifi, Watamu, Malindi, Lamu and Hola. At one wash a day a pack runs for a known length of time, so tell us the pack size you want and we will work out how many months that covers before you order.
Across Africa, ask us before you order. We have sent orders to Uganda, Tanzania, Somaliland and as far as Malawi, and we will quote for Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Mozambique, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa and the rest of the continent. Tell us the destination and we will confirm any import paperwork before the parcel leaves us.
Living abroad? Order from wherever you are and we deliver to your family here in Kenya. Kenyans in the UK, the United States, Canada, South Africa and the Gulf order from us regularly for parents and relatives at home. A daily wash like this one taken steadily month after month does far more than a single pack, so tell us who it is for and how many months you want covered and we will set up the repeat.
Why Buy Your Bioderma Atoderm Intensive Gel Moussant 200 ml from HealthAlone Kenya?
HealthAlone is a pharmacist-led health ecosystem licensed by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board, and our stock is original, sealed and correctly stored. Kahawa Sukari is a real counter with real pharmacists behind it.
Our pharmacists will look at the skin with you, tell you whether a wash or our doctor is what is needed, and pair it with the right moisturiser, because Bioderma’s own directions end with a balm. Our doctor is here too if you would rather have the whole question looked at properly.
It is one more step in our vision: building Africa’s most trusted health ecosystem, accessible to everyone, everywhere.
Atoderm Intensive Gel Moussant: Your Questions Answered
What is this eczema body wash for?
Washing dry, very dry and eczema-prone skin without stripping it. It is soap-free and completely unfragranced, it works on the face and the body, and Bioderma’s claims for it are that it soothes sensations of discomfort and irritation and helps biologically strengthen the skin barrier.
Can I use it on a baby?
Yes. Bioderma state it may be used on newborns, excepting premature babies. That makes it one of very few washes a parent can use daily on a baby whose skin is already dry and cracking. Bring the baby in and let our pharmacist look at the skin with you, because getting the washing right is usually the first half of settling it.
Will it cure my eczema?
No, and we will not sell it as a cure. It is the washing step, and the washing step matters because an ordinary soap shower undoes overnight moisturising in four minutes. Bioderma’s own advice on this product is that if the dryness persists you should consult a healthcare professional, and our doctor is here for that.
Is it fragrance-free?
Yes. Bioderma state it is unfragranced and soap-free. On skin that is already inflamed that matters, because fragrance is the commonest cause of a reaction to a cosmetic, so leaving it out removes the likeliest culprit before you start.
What should I use after it?
Bioderma’s own directions end with their Atoderm Intensive balm, so a moisturiser is part of the instruction rather than an upsell. Ask our pharmacist what to pair it with, and put it on while the skin is still slightly damp, within a few minutes of getting out.
How do I use it?
Apply to wet skin, lather, rinse thoroughly, dry gently, then moisturise. Keep the water lukewarm rather than hot, pat dry rather than rubbing, and rinse properly, because residue left on the skin is itself an irritant.
Can I use it on my face?
Yes, face and body both. If your trouble is reactive, stinging facial skin rather than dryness, Sensibio Gel Moussant is the better fit, and our pharmacist will tell you which of the two your skin actually wants.
What has Bioderma tested?
A usage test under dermatological control on 20 volunteers aged 25 to 63 with dry skin: skin soothed for 90%, better hydrated for 90%, more comfortable for 85%. Small group and self-reported, so we give it as the maker’s own usage testing rather than a clinical trial.
What makes it different from an ordinary moisturising body wash?
Two things Bioderma name. The base is superfatted and soap-free, so fats are built into the wash and it cleans without taking the skin’s own oils. And there is a patented element that limits how well bacteria stick to the skin surface, which matters because certain bacteria build up on eczema-prone skin and are part of why flares worsen.
How long does a 200 ml bottle last?
Used on a baby, a long time. Used daily head to toe by an adult, roughly three to four weeks. Tell us who it is for and how many months you want covered and we will work out the order.
Can I use it with a prescribed steroid cream?
Usually yes, and it is a sensible partner because it does the washing without undoing the treatment. Bring us the prescription or tell our pharmacist what you have been given and we will fit the routine around it.
My skin is weeping and crusted. Should I buy this?
Please come in first. Broken eczema can become infected, and an infection needs treating rather than washing. Once it has settled, this is the right wash to keep it from coming back.
What is in it?
Bioderma do not publish the full ingredient list for this one online, so we have asked for it off the bottle rather than guessing. When we have it we will publish it in full. If you need to check one ingredient before buying, ring us and we will read the label to you.
Where can I buy Bioderma Atoderm Intensive Gel Moussant 200 ml in Kenya, and what does it cost?
From HealthAlone, online for delivery countrywide or over the counter at Kahawa Sukari Shopping Center, Nairobi. The current price is shown at the top of this listing. We deliver across Nairobi — the CBD, Westlands, Parklands, Gigiri, Muthaiga, Runda, Kitisuru, Lavington, Kilimani, Karen, Langata, South B, South C, Eastleigh, Kasarani, Roysambu, Githurai, Ruaka and Banana Hill — and to Kiambu, Thika, Juja, Ruiru, Kikuyu, Limuru, Ngong, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Nyeri, Machakos, Kitengela, Naivasha, Narok, Kericho, Kisii, Migori, Homa Bay, Bungoma, Busia, Kakamega, Kitale, Embu, Meru, Nanyuki, Nyahururu, Isiolo, Marsabit, Wajir, Mandera, Garissa, Lodwar, Kitui, Makueni, Voi, Taveta, Mariakani, Diani, Ukunda, Kilifi, Watamu, Malindi and Lamu. Outside Kenya we have delivered to Uganda, Tanzania, Somaliland and Malawi, and we quote for Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa and the rest of Africa on request. Tell us whether it is for a baby, a child or an adult and we will work out how long a bottle lasts and what to put on afterwards.
