Bedsores (pressure ulcers) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Apr 19, 2022 · Tips for skin care. Consider the following suggestions for skin care: Keep skin clean and dry. Wash the skin with a gentle cleanser and pat dry. Do this cleansing routine regularly to limit the skin's exposure to moisture, urine and stool. Protect the skin. Use moisture barrier creams to protect the skin from urine and stool.