Dermarite PeriGiene Rinse-Free Perineal Antiseptic Cleanser, 8 oz

DermaRite PeriGiene® Rinse-Free Perineal Antiseptic Cleanser is a carefully formulated perineal wash spray designed to cleanse, disinfect, and deodorize without requiring rinsing. The cleanser uses an antimicrobial active ingredient, chloroxylenol (PCMX) at 0.5% strength, which helps kill bacteria on contact and reduce risk of infections.

In use, the spray gently emulsifies and removes dried urine or feces residues without stripping the skin’s natural barrier, while added aloe vera moisturizes and helps soothe sensitive or irritated skin.  The formula is pH-balanced, dye-free, fragrance-free, and preservative-free, minimizing the risk of irritation or allergic reactions — which is especially important for fragile skin or frequent cleansing routines.

PeriGiene® is delivered in an 8-oz pump or spray bottle that fits easily into bedside care kits or toileting sets, offering hygienic, spill-resistant dispensing. Because it does not require water or rinsing, it streamlines caregiving, cleansing the perineal area quickly and effectively, even when mobility or access to facilities is limited.

This cleanser is ideal for incontinence care and bedridden patients, or in situations where bathing isn’t practical. It’s also particularly suitable for long-term care, home care, postpartum care, catheter or ostomy hygiene, and other situations where maintaining cleanliness and skin integrity is essential.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it necessary to rinse the skin after using PeriGiene®?
A: No — the product is designed as a rinse-free perineal cleanser, so no water or wiping off is required.

Q: Does it kill bacteria or just clean the skin?
A: Its active ingredient, chloroxylenol (PCMX) 0.5%, acts as an antimicrobial, meaning it kills bacteria on contact and helps reduce infection risk.

Q: Is the formula safe for sensitive or fragile skin?
A: Yes — it is pH-balanced, dye-free, fragrance-free, and preservative-free, which makes it suitable for delicate, irritated, or sensitive skin, common in incontinence care situations.

Q: Can it help control odors?
A: Yes — the antimicrobial action neutralizes odor-causing bacteria, and the cleanser is described as eliminating odors on contact.

Q: Is the product suitable for both men and women?
A: Yes — perineal cleansers like PeriGiene® are unisex and can be used for personal hygiene, catheter care, ostomy care, or incontinence management regardless of gender.

Q: Can it emulsify and clean dried urine or fecal matter without water?
A: Yes — the cleanser is designed to emulsify and remove dried residues gently without stripping the skin, which helps maintain skin integrity.

Q: Is the packaging convenient for home care or bedside use?
A: Yes — the 8-oz spray or pump bottle is compact and easy to handle, suitable for bedside, commode, or toileting kits.

Q: Is this product appropriate for daily use?
A: Yes — given its gentle, non-irritating formula and rinse-free convenience, it is suitable for regular use in hygiene routines.