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Akileine Sports NOK Anti-Friction
Prevents redness, blisters etc. For people with skin-to-skin or skin-to-equipment contact during sports (running shoes, ski boots). Before any support, massage well into areas requiring protection. Noks karite (shea) nut butter plant extract naturally reinforces the skins defence mechanisms. Protects the skin from chafing.
Key Features:
- High Shea Butter Concentration: Nourishes the skin while reinforcing its natural defences and elasticity.
- Friction & Blister Prevention: Creates a protective film/barrier that dramatically reduces abrasive friction
- Water and Sweat Resistant: Designed to withstand perspiration and water exposure.
- Versatile Application Areas: Suitable for all body parts prone to rubbing.
- Preparation Protocol: Can be applied right before activity for immediate protection, or used daily.
Directions:Apply before sports or activity, massaging the cream completely into areas exposed to friction until absorbed.
For high-impact events add a second layer without massaging over the top.
Can be applied daily 20 days before an important competition or event to properly strengthen and condition the skin.
FAQs:
Why use the Akileïne Sports NOK Anti-Friction Cream?
It shields the skin from friction and rubbing caused by clothing, equipment, or skin-to-skin contact, reinforcesing the skin’s natural barrier and builds a durable protective layer to improve comfort during endurance efforts.
Where can you apply the cream?
You can use it on any part of the body prone to rubbing. Popular application sites include the feet (heels and toes), inner thighs, groin, underarms, and nipples.
Is it water- and sweat-resistant?
Yes, the formula is resistant to water and perspiration, ensuring continuous protection even under demanding, humid, or heavy-sweating conditions.
How do you apply it before an event?
Massage the cream thoroughly into friction-prone areas before activity. For competitions or marathons, its recommended to start daily applications 20 days before the event. For intense friction during endurance events, apply a second layer directly without massaging.
What are the key ingredients?
The cream contains a high concentration (30%) of natural shea butter, which supplies vitamins and phytosterols to boost skin elasticity and moisture balance, alongside glycerin to help prevent dehydration under physical stress.
Ingredients:
Aqua (Water): Solvent base of the emulsion.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter: Present at a high concentration (30%) to nourish, soothe, and regenerate the skin barrier.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride: Emollient derived from coconut oil and glycerin that helps smooth the skin and deliver a non-greasy lubricating layer.
PEG-30 Glyceryl Stearate: Emulsifier used to bind water and oil components together.
Cetearyl Alcohol: Fatty alcohol used as a stabilizer and texture enhancer.
Polyacrylamide / C13-14 Isoparaffin: Texturizing and film-forming agent that helps create the water- and sweat-resistant protective barrier.
Parfum (Fragrance): Provides a light, clean scent.
Lactic Acid: pH adjuster and gentle skin conditioner.
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Order Dispatch
Canonbury aims to dispatch smaller items (under 30kg) ordered before 3pm on the same working day via courier or First Class post, subject to stock availability. Same day dispatch is not guaranteed.
If your order is urgent and requires same day dispatch, please contact our Sales Office on 01280 706661 when placing your order - additional charges may apply.
Please note: This service does not apply to larger items such as chairs, couches, units, and large autoclaves. Dispatch times and delivery options for these items vary - please contact our Sales Office for further details.
Large Equipment Deliveries
For delivery options, lead times, and charges on chairs, couches, units, large autoclaves and single items over 30kg, please contact our Sales Office on 01280 706661. Charges will vary based on delivery service, location, and timing.
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Delivery Rates
The following rates apply to items under 30kg and so exclude chairs, couches, units, and large autoclaves:
Mainland UK
• Free delivery for orders over £50.00 (ex VAT)
• For orders under £50.00 (ex VAT): £6.49 (ex VAT)
Northern Ireland
• £10.50 surcharge for orders over £75.00 (ex VAT)
• £15 surcharge for orders under £75.00 (ex VAT)
Highlands, Islands and Channel Islands
• £13 surcharge for orders over £75.00 (ex VAT)
• £18 surcharge for orders under £75.00 (ex VAT)