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Do moisturizers work?

M Lodén1

  • 1ACO HUD AB, Box 622, SE-194 26 Upplands Väsby, Sweden. marie.loden@acohud.se

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology
|December 14, 2006
PubMed
Summary
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Moisturizers are crucial active treatments that improve skin hydration and smoothness. Tailoring moisturizer ingredients to specific needs, like barrier function or dryness, enhances their therapeutic efficacy.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology and Cosmetic Science

Background:

  • Moisturizers are commonly applied to large skin surfaces to maintain skin smoothness and interrupt the dry skin cycle.
  • Healthcare professionals and patients often underestimate the role of moisturizers as active therapeutic agents.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the significant impact of moisturizers on skin properties, including smoothness and hydration.
  • To emphasize the importance of moisturizer composition and its tailored application for specific therapeutic effects.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical and experimental evidence on moisturizer efficacy.
  • Analysis of the varying modes of action based on different moisturizer ingredients and excipients.

Main Results:

  • Clinical studies confirm that moisturizers enhance skin smoothness and hydration.

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  • Different formulations act through distinct mechanisms, affecting skin barrier function positively or negatively.
  • Defective skin barrier function is linked to eczema development, underscoring the role of barrier-enhancing moisturizers.

    • Conclusions:

    • Moisturizer efficacy is directly related to their composition and intended therapeutic effect.
    • Excipients like emulsifiers, chelating agents, and antioxidants play a critical role in moisturizer performance.
    • Tailoring moisturizer formulations and conducting rigorous randomized controlled trials will improve their therapeutic outcomes and clinical confidence.