Gehwol nail fungus oil. Reviews, instructions

For complex care of nails and skin of hands, feet, cosmetologists, as well as dermatologists recommend using oil Gevol. Clotrimazole, which helps prevent the development of fungal diseases, is an active ingredient in this agent.

After completing the therapeutic course, even the most brittle nails become elastic and acquire a natural shine. The composition of the oil additionally contains components with antiseptic properties that prevent inflammation of the skin around the nails.

Thanks to the numerous positive characteristics, Gevol has received great demand in cosmetology, since it is this remedy that is most often used after pedicure and manicure procedures. Before buying the drug, it is recommended that you consult with a dermatologist or cosmetologist, as well as study the instructions for use in order to eliminate the likelihood of adverse reactions.

Indications for use

Gevol is an oil for nails that effectively nourishes and softens the epidermis, and also helps to overcome irritation, flaking and redness of the skin. The advantage of this preparation is that its constituent components are suitable for all skin types.

Dermatologists and cosmetologists recommend using Gevol to achieve the following results:

• Relief of the inflammatory process in the area of ​​the nail plate.
• Restoring the skin on the arms and legs after medication for fungal diseases.
• Reducing the likelihood of ingrown toenails.
• Comprehensive protection of the epidermis from the negative effects of alkalis, disinfectants and other agents that have an aggressive principle of action.
• Healing of cracks and wounds on the skin of the hands and feet.
• Softening the hardened epidermis around the nails, softening the nail plate.
• Prevention and treatment of onychomycosis, improvement of nail growth.
• Achieving an effective antiseptic effect during manicure and pedicure procedures.
• Prevention of the development of fungal infection.
• Effective fight against brittle nails.

With regular use of Gevol oil, you don't need to buy additional moisturizers. The preparation contains various natural ingredients that saturate the epidermis with vitamins and useful microelements.

Compound

Gevol contains components that are effective not only for prevention, but also for the treatment of fungal infections of the nail and nail fold. When used correctly, the oil significantly improves the condition of the skin, as it eliminates peeling, heals wounds and cracks, and also restores the skin's natural elasticity and increases resistance to negative environmental influences.

Component name	Properties
Isopropyl myristate	This is an organic ester, which in cosmetics acts as an emollient (softens the skin, facilitates the penetration of active substances into the deep layers of the epidermis). Isopropyl myristate is used to reduce the oily sheen effect in formulations containing a large amount of oily components.
Isopropyl palmitate	It is an artificially designed, easy-to-spray humidifier. It contains essential fatty acids consisting of vitamin A and an antioxidant. Isopropyl palmitate easily penetrates the epithelium, which makes the skin soft and elastic.
Wheat germ oil	It is a unique natural product suitable for all skin types. Wheat germ oil contains a significant amount of vitamins (primarily E, as well as group B), essential amino acids and polyunsaturated fatty acids Omega (3 and 9). Ether perfectly stimulates metabolic processes (metabolism and oxygen exchange), and also triggers blood circulation.
Laureth-2	It is a nonionic surfactant thickener. Used in cosmetology to create emulsions. Laureth-2 lowers the surface tension of cosmetic products, allowing you to more effectively cleanse the skin.
Bisabolol	A popular component of cosmetics derived from chamomile. Bisabolol is notable for its safety and effectiveness, since it does not irritate the skin at all and promotes its regeneration.
Panthenol	In cosmetology, panthenol is used to heal wounds, eliminate dry skin, and also to prevent premature aging.
Clotrimazole	It is a broad-spectrum external antifungal agent. Clotrimazole is indicated for the treatment of various skin diseases.
Propylene glycol	The chemical propylene glycol in cosmetics is used as a moisturizer.

Additionally, Gevol oil contains: denatured alcohol, cocamide DEA, undecylenamide MEA. Before using the drug, you must make sure that the components of the cosmetic product will not provoke an allergic reaction. To do this, apply a small amount of oil to the inner side of the wrist and wait 40-60 minutes. If after this time the treated skin area does not turn red, then you can safely use the Gevol remedy.

In what form is it produced

Gel for nails and skin comes in the form of oil, which is sold in a small bottle with a dispenser. The drug is packed in a cardboard box that protects the product from direct sunlight. The oil is sold in bottles, the volume of which can be 15 or 50 ml. If a dermatologist (cosmetologist) prescribed long-term therapy to restore nails and epidermis, then it is recommended to buy a larger bottle.

For 50 ml of Gevol nail oil, you will have to pay from 3700 to 3900 rubles. A 15 ml bottle of the drug costs between 1540-1790 rubles.

Pharmacodynamics

Gevol is a nail oil that has a complex principle of action. With daily use, the product strengthens the nail plate, eliminating the characteristic brittleness and yellowness, due to which the nails acquire a beautiful natural shade and become elastic.

The drug also helps to cope with the fungus and dryness of the skin of the hands and feet. The wheat germ oil present in the composition contributes to the restoration of the beauty and health of the epidermis. Gewol helps to heal and strengthen the injured skin.

The oil contains bisabolol, which has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. With the correct use of the drug, the likelihood of negative reactions is minimized.

Pharmacokinetics

Gevol oil is absolutely safe for patients of different ages, since the preparation contains substances that do not affect the functioning of internal organs.

When the nails are affected by a fungal infection, the discomfort disappears after 10-15 minutes. after applying the product to the problem area.

To achieve the maximum therapeutic effect, the oil should be used within 30-45 days. The agent is excreted from the body in a natural way (along with feces, urine).

Application

Oil can only be applied to clean skin and nails. All movements should be as careful and smooth as possible, since any mechanical effect on the damaged areas can provoke painful sensations.

It is best to use the oil in the morning (immediately after waking up) and in the evening. If necessary, the therapeutic course can be repeated, but only after prior consultation with a cosmetologist or dermatologist.

For children under 18

Gevol is a nail oil that can be used to treat fungal nail diseases and restore damaged epidermis in children from 3 years of age. But the feasibility and safety of using the drug by a child can only be determined by a qualified dermatologist or cosmetologist. To achieve a positive therapeutic effect, the oil must be applied in a thin layer to problem areas. A standard therapeutic course is designed for 3-4 weeks.

For adults

To improve the condition of the nails and skin on the hands and feet, Gevol oil should be used 1-3 times a day. It is recommended to apply the product to problem areas with a thin layer after a warm bath (various herbs can be added to the water), which will help soften the nail plate and rough skin. The drug is absorbed for a long time, which is why after the procedure you need to sit alone for 15-30 minutes. After that, cotton socks should be put on to enhance the therapeutic effect.

If the nail plate is badly damaged or there are deep cracks on the skin that periodically bleed, then Gevol oil should be applied 3-5 times a day. It is necessary to use the drug until the nails and skin are completely restored.

For pregnant

Gel for nails in the form of oil can be used by women during the period of gestation and lactation, but only in the absence of increased sensitivity of the body to active and auxiliary components drug. Otherwise, there is a risk of various adverse reactions.

To effectively combat an infectious lesion of the nail plate during pregnancy, a woman must should consult with a gynecologist, who, based on the collected anamnesis, will draw up an individual scheme treatment. Self-medication is strictly prohibited.

For the elderly

Gevol oil can be used by patients over 65 years of age. To return the natural shine and beauty to the nails, you need to apply the drug to the affected areas in the morning and in the evening (2-3 drops each). The drug copes well with the discomfort that occurs with onychomycosis. The standard course of therapy is designed for 30 days, but if necessary, it can be extended for another 2-3 weeks.

Contraindications

The drug Gevol is universal, since its constituent components help to restore the condition of nails and skin without harm to health. Among the contraindications for use, only the increased sensitivity of the body to the active and auxiliary components of the oil can be distinguished.

Overdose

In medical practice, no cases of overdose with Gevol have yet been recorded. Laboratory studies have shown that even if the frequency of using the oil is increased up to 8 times a day, in the end, the patient will not experience negative reactions. But the manufacturer of the drug admits that too frequent application of the drug to problem areas can trigger the onset of symptoms of dermatitis.

Side effects

In 99% of all cases, Gevol oil is well tolerated by the body of patients of different ages. Only in isolated situations does an allergic reaction occur, which is accompanied by severe itching, burning and redness of the skin at the site of application of the drug.

Special recommendations

Before using Gevol, it is recommended to make a warm bath for the feet (hands) so that the oil better penetrates into the deep layers of the epidermis and the nail plate. The drug can only be applied to clean and dry nails and skin. Immediately after the procedure, it is better to refuse warm socks, since the lack of oxygen negatively affects the regeneration of the skin. Additionally, the feet and hands can be treated with a quality antiseptic to avoid infection.

At the time of using Gevol oil, it is recommended to abandon additional moisturizing creams, since the composition the preparation includes various natural ingredients that not only moisturize, but also nourish the skin with beneficial microelements. Otherwise, the final therapeutic effect will be reduced by 15-35%.

Drug interactions

It is forbidden to use Gevol oil simultaneously with those cosmetics, the action of which is aimed at moisturizing the skin. To enhance the therapeutic effect, the patient must eat right and take vitamins. If necessary, only a dermatologist or cosmetologist can prescribe a safe combination therapy, who will take into account all contraindications and exclude the likelihood of adverse reactions.

Storage conditions and periods

Store Gevol nail oil in a well-ventilated place out of the reach of children and direct sunlight. The room temperature should be between +16 and +23 C. The shelf life of the product is 36 months from the date of issue, which is indicated on the package. After this period, unused oil must be disposed of.

Conditions of dispensing from pharmacies

You can buy Gevol in the form of oil on the Internet, as well as in a regular pharmacy. The drug is dispensed without a prescription.

Analogs

In the presence of hypersensitivity of the body to the components of the drug Gevol, you need to contact a dermatologist (cosmetologist) in order to choose a safer analog with a specialist. In pharmacology, there are several effective medicines that can replace nail oil.

Heels

The preparation contains a combined multicomponent plant extract as an active ingredient.

Among the excipients are:

• Cetearyl alcohol.
• Emulsion wax.
• Lily of the valley aldehyde.
• Propylparaben.
• Glycerol.
• Soft yellow paraffin.
• Methylparaben.

Heel cream is designed to eliminate hyperkeratosis, heal wounds and cracks in the heels, and restore damaged nail plates. The drug is also effective for dermatitis, ichthyosis, psoriasis. Contraindications include only increased sensitivity of the body to the components of the cream.

You need to use the product 2 times a day. The cream is applied in a thin layer to the affected area without rubbing. After completing the procedure, you need to wait 15-25 minutes for the product to be absorbed. The duration of the therapeutic course should be 2-3 weeks. Heel cream costs from 105 to 290 rubles.

Lamisil

The main active ingredient of the drug is terbinafine.

The following auxiliary components help to enhance the effect of the cream:

• Propylene glycol.
• Medical petroleum jelly.
• Sodium hydroxide.
• Polysorbate.
• Purified water.
• Benzyl alcohol.
• Liquid paraffin.
• Cetil.

Lamisil has a high antifungal activity.

The following indications for use are indicated in the annotation to the drug:

• Diaper rash of various types.
• Onychomycosis provoked by a fungal infection.
• Versicolor and spotted lichen.
• Mycosis.
• Prevention of recurrence of fungal infection.

Lamisil cream is not prescribed for those patients who have been diagnosed with renal failure, chronic liver pathologies or there is an increased sensitivity of the body to the ingredients components.

Apply the product to the nails and skin affected by the fungal infection in the morning and evening. The therapeutic course should last at least 2 weeks. The cream costs from 523 to 840 rubles.

The composition of Gevol nail oil is selected in such a way that not only adults, but also children can use this tool. Due to this, the need to select more suitable analogs arises in isolated cases. But before using the drug, it is imperative to consult with a specialist, since self-medication is fraught with complications and a rapid deterioration in well-being.

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