The influence of a humectant‐rich mixture on normalz skin barrier function and on once‐ and twice‐daily treatment of foot xerosis. A prospective, randomized, evaluator–blind, bilateral and untreated‐control study

@article{Lden2013TheIO,
  title={The influence of a humectant‐rich mixture on normalz skin barrier function and on once‐ and twice‐daily treatment of foot xerosis. A prospective, randomized, evaluator–blind, bilateral and untreated‐control study},
  author={Marie L{\'o}den and Johan Scheele and Sophie Michelson},
  journal={Skin Research and Technology},
  year={2013},
  volume={19}
}
Moisturizers are often used to overcome dry skin conditions. However, cosmetic moisturizers may lack in efficiency and may also deteriorate skin barrier function. The objective of this study was to generate data on a new humectant‐rich formulation (15% alfahydroxy acids and 15% urea) in the treatment of normal skin as well as in dry feet with hyperkeratosis and cracked skin with fissures. Changes in permeability and effectiveness of the product after once‐ and twice‐daily applications to the… 
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The tested product resulted to be an effective keratolytic agent in plaque psoriasis, allowing to objectively confirm and correlate the epidermal changes seen at clinical evaluation.
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Improved barrier function using this ethanol gel with urea may have relevance in daily disinfectant procedures.
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