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Tendency to irritation: sensitive skin.

H I Maibach1, K Lammintausta, E Berardesca

  • 1Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco 94143-0989.

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
|October 1, 1989
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Sensitive skin is a real condition, not just an opinion. Recent biological data show it can be identified and measured using modern scientific techniques.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Skin Biology
  • Sensory Science

Background:

  • The concept of "sensitive skin" has historically lacked empirical data, leading to skepticism.
  • Subjective reports of sensitive skin are common, but objective validation has been limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present recent biological data supporting the existence of sensitive skin.
  • To demonstrate that sensitive skin can be objectively assessed using current methodologies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent biologically oriented research.
  • Application of contemporary assessment methods for skin sensitivity.

Main Results:

  • Emerging biological data validate sensitive skin as a distinct condition.

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  • Contemporary methods allow for the objective evaluation of sensitive skin characteristics.

    • Conclusions:

    • Sensitive skin is a scientifically plausible and measurable dermatological condition.
    • Objective assessment of sensitive skin is achievable with current scientific tools.