 Method. A randomized control trial RCT was conducted over 3 months in two APA Clinics n193. Intervention was 2 glycerine vv added to a reduced amount of soaking water 1 litre versus 6 litres. The control group received the current skin care regimen. The primary outcome measure was skin barrier function SBF. This was determined by measures of trans-epidermal water loss TEWL and stratum corneum hydration SCH at four specific sites on the lower limbs. 