The Chemistry of Skin Cleansers: An Overview for Clinicians
Cleansers and other skin care products can be agents either of stratum corneum damage and skin barrier dysfunction or of maintaining or restoring healthy stratum corneum barrier structure and function. To guide patients toward beneficial choices most suitable for their individual skin
conditions and needs, clinicians must be aware of and understand the ingredients in such skin care products and their potential effects on the stratum corneum barrier. In cleansers specifically, clinicians should be aware particularly of the benefits and potential problems associated with
chemical components of surfactants, preservatives, and fragrances.
Keywords: CLEANSER ALLERGIES; FRAGRANCES; MICELLES; MOISTURIZERS; PRESERVATIVES; SKIN CLEANSERS; SURFACTANTS
Document Type: Research Article
Publication date: June 1, 2013
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