[Translated article] Recommendations on the Use of Moisturizing Products Prepared by Spanish Dermatologists Using the...

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Clinical Practice Guidelines
• Skin Hydration Management

Background:

• Moisturizing products are crucial for skin hydration but lack standardized evidence-based recommendations.
• Variability in recommendations from health professionals highlights a need for unified guidance.

Purpose of the Study:

• To establish consensus-based recommendations for the use of moisturizing products.
• To unify and facilitate the application of moisturizers in clinical practice.

Main Methods:

• A 49-statement questionnaire on moisturizing products was developed.
• Twenty-two expert dermatologists utilized a 2-round Delphi methodology to reach consensus.
• Statements covered product concept, characteristics, usage, quantity, and special populations.

Main Results:

• Consensus was achieved on 27 statements (54%), primarily through agreement.
• Highest agreement was observed in product quantity, use, and application areas (77.8%).
• Consensus varied for different conditions, with higher agreement for xeroderma (71%) than atopic dermatitis (64%) or inflamed skin (33.3%).

Conclusions:

• Consensus recommendations can guide prescribers and enhance the evidence for moisturizer use.
• Standardized guidelines are essential for improving the clinical application of moisturizing products.