Abstract: The preset invention relates to a pharmaceutical cream composition for topical application for the treatment of skin disorders and skin diseases, comprising 1-6 wt. % Dead Sea Mud as an active ingredient. Said composition is for use in treating skin disorders and skin diseases such as psoriasis, saborrehic dermatitis, xerosis, attopic dermatitis, eczema, diaper rush, skin burns of stage I and sensitive skin. Said cream composition is also for use as a leave-on cosmetic cream for beautifying and enhancing the skin appearance. In addition to Dead Sea Mud said composition comprises ingredients suitable for the preparation of cosmetic cream. Said cream can further comprises up to 4 wt % Dead Sea water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compress comprising Dead Sea mineral mud or a mineral mud having similar properties. Said compress comprises substantially a fibrous cloth; an absorbent material on which a mineral mud having the properties of the Dead Sea mud is evenly spread; and a non permeable plastic sheet; all said layers being located one upon another; the materials being heat resistant to at least 70.degree. C. and resistant to solutions of high salinity.