Cold Sore prevention with HERPOtherm // AD

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If you’re susceptible to cold sores like I am, you’ll know the pain and irritation that they can cause. Cold sores, otherwise known as the herpes simplex virus type 1, are contagious from the very first tingling sensation. Cold sores are common; 90% of the population in Europe carry the virus, but it’s said that only 30% of carriers present in blisters. So what can you do for cold sore prevention?

Introducing HERPOtherm, a cold sore prevention device

There’s a treatment for cold sores that can be used from the very first tingling sensation. Introducing HERPOtherm. HERPOtherm is a chemical free, medical device that can be used to prevent the development of cold sore blisters if applied at the earliest opportunity.

How does HERPOtherm work?

HERPOtherm works by applying heat onto the affected area of the lip killing the virus beneath the skin before it emerges into a blister. Using local thermotherapy, the medical device uses heat of up to 51°C that can influence the secretion of histamine and support the degradation of enzymes, ultimately reducing the inflammation.

Is it medically proven HERPOtherm can help?

Yes. HERPOtherm was pitched alongside acyclovir which is a typical ingredient found in cold sore treatments. The study (Clinical. Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology 2013) results showed that the HERPOtherm study group showed a significantly faster improvement in all symptoms after 1-day of application than the acyclovir group. The burden and the duration of the disease was lower and shorter using HERPOtherm when compared to the acyclovir group.

Using the HERPOtherm device

HERPOtherm is really easy to use. It’s a small, portable device that can be used over and over. Simply remove the lid of the device and place the device onto the affected area and gently press it onto the skin. Press the button which will heat up the ceramic contact surface to the correct temperature. The ceramic surface will remain hot for 3 seconds and then the device will shut off automatically.

Why buy HERPOtherm instead of a topical cream?

The HERPOtherm device is priced at £36 to buy. If you’ve had cold sores previously you’ll know you can buy cold sore prevention creams to treat the blisters but why buy HERPOtherm instead of a topical cream?

• Creams have a limited timeframe for use. They have use by dates and cannot be used over and over. HERPOtherm can be used hundreds of times and last the distance.
• Some creams are greasy. HERPOtherm can sometimes leave a slight red mark but otherwise leave no trace.
• The HERPOtherm device is discreet and can be stowed away in a handbag without the worry it will leak, unlike creams.
• HERPOtherm is dermatologically tested and contains no chemicals.
• Suitable for pregnant women, allergy sufferers and children from aged 12 plus.

Where to buy HERPOtherm?

HERPOtherm is available to buy from Amazon and Boots Online. What’s great to know is that you can also buy it on Amazon Prime for those next day deliveries to beat the blisters!

*Special Offer*

You can buy HERPOtherm with £5 off the retail price, it’s just £30 on Amazon until 20th March 2020. Buy it today and prevent your future self from cold sores.

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