Enstilar is an aerosol foam that combines calcipotriol (vitamin D analogue) and betamethasone (topical steroid). It can be easier to use on larger plaque areas because it spreads quickly, but it has two non-negotiables: (1) apply to plaque skin in a thin layer, and (2) follow foam safety-no smoking or open flames during and immediately after use.

Where to Start (Routes)

Product page: Enstilar Foam

Consultation hub: Psoriasis prescription treatments

If comparing formats: Enstilar vs Dovobet comparison

Step-by-Step: How to Use Enstilar Foam

Read the product instructions and confirm the areas you are treating (plaque skin).
Wash and dry your hands before application.
Shake the can as instructed so the foam dispenses evenly.
Dispense a small amount of foam and apply directly to plaque skin (not healthy skin where possible).
Spread a thin layer gently over the plaque—avoid aggressive rubbing or scratching.
Repeat for other plaques using small amounts each time.
Wash your hands after application (especially before touching eyes or face).
Let the foam settle before dressing to reduce transfer to clothing.
Avoid smoking, open flames, or heat sources during and immediately after application (aerosol safety).
Use the schedule you are prescribed (commonly once daily for combo topicals) and keep it consistent.
Do not extend the course or increase frequency without clinician review.

How Much and How Often?

Use a thin layer-more foam does not necessarily work better and can increase side effects. Follow your prescribed routine and any course limits you were given. If your plaques involve sensitive areas (face, genitals, skin folds), do not self-adjust-report the location during consultation.

Safety Boundaries (What You Must Not Ignore)

Foam flammability (aerosol rule)

Enstilar is an aerosol. Avoid smoking, candles, gas hobs, heaters, or any open flame/heat source during application and immediately after. Store it away from heat as instructed.

Steroid boundaries (where not to apply without advice)

Because Enstilar contains a topical steroid, avoid thin/sensitive skin areas such as face, genitals, and skin folds unless a clinician specifically advises. If your psoriasis affects these areas, use the hub to report it so the safest option is selected.

Infection and red flags

If plaques are weeping, crusted, very painful, or look infected, do not treat it like routine plaque psoriasis. Stop and seek clinician review. Use the hub and report these symptoms.

Do / Don’t Table

Do	Don’t
Do apply to plaque skin in a thin layer.	Don’t smoke or go near open flames/heat while applying.
Do wash hands after use.	Don’t use a thick coating to ‘speed up’ results.
Do keep a consistent daily routine.	Don’t apply to face, genitals, or skin folds unless advised.
Do avoid flames and smoking during/after application.	Don’t apply to weeping/crusted/painful plaques without review.
Do report sensitive areas or infection signs in consultation.	Don’t double doses if you miss a day.

Troubleshooting

Missed dose

Continue with your normal schedule. Don’t double up to compensate.

Irritation or burning

If irritation is significant, stop and report it during consultation. Do not increase the amount to compensate. Your clinician may adjust frequency or change the approach.

No improvement or worsening

If symptoms are not improving after the expected review window, or worsen (especially pain, weeping, infection signs), seek reassessment via the hub.

Next Step

Proceed via hub: Psoriasis prescription treatments hub

Review Enstilar product page: Enstilar Foam

FAQs

Is Enstilar foam flammable?

Yes. It’s an aerosol, so avoid smoking and open flames during and immediately after application, and store it away from heat.

Do I apply Enstilar to hair or skin?

Apply to plaque skin. If you’re treating the scalp, you may need a scalp-appropriate format—see the scalp options router.

How much Enstilar should I use?

Use a thin layer on plaques and follow your prescribed routine. More product isn’t automatically better.

Can I use Enstilar on my face?

Steroid-containing topicals are usually avoided on the face unless a clinician advises. Report facial involvement in consultation.

What if my plaques are weeping or painful?

Seek clinician review and report these signs via the hub instead of continuing routine plaque treatment.

What if I miss a dose?

Continue with your normal schedule; don’t double up.

Scalp router: Scalp psoriasis treatment options