Cosmetic camouflage
NICE BNF: Camouflagers Changing Faces: Skin Camouflage Service
Treatment with camouflagers
Prescribing Notes:
- Camouflagers are prescribable for postoperative scars, other deformities, and as an adjunctive therapy for emotional disturbances due to disfiguring skin disease e.g. vitiligo.
- Refer patients directly to Changing Faces.
- Prescriptions should be endorsed “ACBS”.
- Use of Dermacolor, Covermark and Veil products should follow ACBS guidance.
History Notes
15/12/2021
East Region Formulary content agreed.
Treatment with camouflagers
Prescribing Notes:
- Camouflagers are prescribable for postoperative scars, other visible differences, and as an adjunctive therapy for emotional disturbances due to disfiguring skin disease e.g. vitiligo.
- Refer patients directly to Changing Faces, alternatively patients or carers may self-refer.
- Prescriptions should be endorsed “ACBS”.
- Use of Dermacolor, Covermark and Veil products should follow ACBS guidance.
History Notes
31/05/2024
East Region Formulary content agreed.