Dry skin as a dermatological and cosmetic problem
Kacalak-Rzepka, A.; Bielecka-Grzela, S.ła.; Klimowicz, A.; Wesołowska, J.; Maleszka, R.
Annales Academiae Medicae Stetinensis 54(3): 54-57
2008
ISSN/ISBN: 1427-440X PMID: 19839512 Document Number: 627715
The paper presents current opinions on aetiopathogenesis of dry skin including its occurrence in the course of certain dermatological disorders. A meaning of natural moisturizing factor, lipid barrier as well as epidermal differentiation processes in the maintenance of the proper skin moisturization is described. The importance of topical treatment is emphasized. Moreover, a survey of moisturizing factors applied in dry skin care is included.