Dare I....

Turn the mattress

Well I lied, its the mattress topper and is always turned frequently so it will have it both sides. Hubby says we just buy another topper, I suppose he is right, but I still have to use the dreaded cream x

I have to admit I had never heard of this problem. This is the link to some information which although it is in the Daily Mail has been issued by the MHRA.

www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-6507529/Emollient-creams-build-clothes-lead-FIRE-DEATHS.html

Ooooo! I sympathize Katey, having to layer on E45 every night.
I know we're supposed to moisturize after a shower/bath but I just can't bear the feeling of it when I get between the bed clothes.
I sleep naked and like to slide around the bed. ?

Concerns about the flammability of these creams has been known for some time.

Could you have an electric over blanket rather than an under blanket. Put it on top of the duvet so that the duvet warms up and that warms you when you get into bed.

Decided, too risky!, so going to get a teddy fleecy type bottom sheet, but bet it gets too warm, I’m never satisfied, too warm, too cold........

Do you use a mattress protector? Cheap and easily removed and washed. I use Flannelette sheets on our beds in the winter, nice and cozy.
They were talking about these type of creams yesterday on the radio, how people don't realise nighties/pj's can be more flammable if people use them.

Kateykrunch. from one E45 user to another, just consider that you are hot stuff. to go to bed with.

Could you buy a new matress topper and place a clean blanket over the topper then the electric under blanket to wrm bed for half an hour before you get in to it. Then slip off blanket and electric blanket to sleep. Trying to problem solve here but realise it is a faff.

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I've got an electric duvet Kateykrunch. That may work for you, as you have it inside a duvet cover. You can alter the temperature from 1 to 6, and staying on for either 1 or 9 hours. I quite often leave it on a low heat all night. And I daresay if you were worried about the cream, you could put two duvet covers on it? www.ebay.co.uk/p/Dreamland-Sleepwell-Heated-Duvet-Double-Dual-Control-16329/1776336244

Notgoneyet.......ooooo, they do look cosy, will take a look, thanks.
Newnanny......thanks for your idea, interesting, but I’m not a faffer (no patience) lol.
Jusnoneed.....think brushed cotton (flannelette isnt it?) is the way to go, looked online but everyone is moaning about the fluff getting everywhere, its bad enough here already with sock fluff!........ooooooo there’s a subject for another thread x

I had the impression from the linked article that the problem arises from naked flames or cigarette embers, so assuming you don't smoke in bed, or have an open fire in your bedroom, then the electric blanket shouldn't be a problem. Surely it doesn't reach a temperature which induces spontaneous combustion? I'm now wondering if that character in Bleak House was using an early version of E45?

Has it ever happened though?

Can you not put the cream on in the morning when you get up?

Instead of an electric blanket, I bought a 'teddy' fleece underblanket which is lightly padded on the reverse side as the fleece might be too warm in summer. I also wear bed socks in almost all weathers.

I have been using various moisturisers all my life as i am a dry old bird! Ive got an eiectric under blanket which i sometimes leave on all night. I haven't combusted yet!

KateykrunchTo enable you to enjoy using your electric blanket, or you intend standing in front of an open fire after using your cream which would be dangerous ,then contact the manufacturers of your blanket and also the manufacturers of the cream, for their advice. Who is 'we' ?how do they feel about a ban on an electric blanket OR why not separate beds.? Then cocoon yourself in layers of what ever that will keep you warm while 'we' is snug with their own means of obtaining warmth.

It's not that cold in UK specially if you share a bed. Wear an old sweater if you must.

I use E45 in the morning after showering, and Simple Rich Moisturiser at night time (this is safe and fragrance free.) I had to use it regularly after radiotherapy and am still using it a few months later. The Simple Moisturiser feels less greasy than E45, needs less of it and soaks straight in.
I would,nt risk it, it not worth taking the chance. Maybe get a new topper, also make sure it has,nt seeped into your duvet as well.

kirkubbin2000 It is very cold if you don’t have or use central heating. I remember a time I couldn’t get into bed without an electric blanket when I stayed with my father. Luckily I didn’t use petroleum products.

Am I missing something here? Can someone tell me why people are covering themselves with E45 cream....

Have you tried the microwaveable water bottles to warm the bed up before you get into it?

Cheap double mattress protectors are £6.00 in Primark, pillow protectors are £4.50 per pair.
Wide elasticated straps across corners. I replace mine every 6 months and give the 'old' ones to a women's refuge or the Sally Army...after I wash them, of course.
If you cream your chest, why don't you lie on your back to stop the stuff going everywhere. You must put a heck of a lot on as I presume you wear pjs so it must be seeping through those too. Is it necessary to use so much?