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Armed with a set of military-grade response skills unusual for a paramedic, Mr. Shade rapidly applied HyFin occlusive chest seals, commonly used by medics in war, to block airflow into Mr. Mika’s body.
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The occlusive oils trap the conditioning ingredients, reducing evaporation.
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So with Tufano’s assistance, Anthony constructed a makeshift occlusive dressing by removing the thin layer of plastic covering the unopened Band-Aid box and pressing it onto the wound with three bandages.
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An occlusive, like silicone, will form a film on the skin, trapping natural moisture inside.
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That said, choose a moisturizer that fills your skin with hydration rather than an occlusive cream that just sits on top.
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Origin and Etymology of occlusive
Latin occlusus, past participle of occludere
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