barrier cream meaning

• noun
    A dressing for the skin, esp of the hands, used as a protection against dirt, oils and solvents

• cream:    Noun: cream & ...
• barrier:    Noun: barrier  ...
• bavarian cream:    Noun: Bavarian cre ...

Examples

1. The mechanism of barrier cream varies by product.
2. Barrier creams, to protect the skin from the corrosive acid, are generally recommended.
3. However barrier creams are reasonably effective for protection of the face against some airborne substances.
4. The efficacy of barrier creams is controversial.
5. Barrier cream with a dimethicone base offered high levels of protection for at least 48 hours.