Lotions are liquid dosage forms for external use. They are generally meant for application to the skin and are applied directly without friction, with the help of some absorbent material such as cotton wool, or are charged on to cotton wool or gauze and kept on the needed part of the body. Lotions may be used for local cooling, soothing, or protective purposes. They are generally applied for antiseptic action. Alcohol is sometimes included in aqueous solutions for its cooling and soothing effect. Lotions should be dispensed in colored fluted bottles to distinguish them from preparations meant for internal use. The containers should be labeled “For external use only” and “Shake well before use.”