In this study we investigated the effects of four emollients (cetearyl octanoate, decyl oleate,
C12-15 alkyl benzoate and olive oil) incorporated at a concentration of 10% on the structural …

The degree of hydration in the superficial layer of the epidermis, the stratum corneum (SC),
provides softness and flexibility of the skin under different environmental conditions, and …

In this study three cream formulations were compared in order to assess the influence of
different kind of excipients on the skin barrier and stratum corneum hydration. The first cream …

Purpose The work is aimed at the description and study of the hydration effect of different
active substances (hyaluronic acid, sericin, glycerol, and urea) incorporated in two different …

The efficacy of creams and ointments on skin surface hydration was assessed in healthy
volunteers. The results of two studies showed differential responses to ointments, oil-in …

Moisturizers containing vitamins A and E as well as ceramides are believed to improve the
skin condition by increasing the water content of the stratum corneum. The aim of this …

Background/aims: In dermatology and cosmetics, moisturizers are used to soften skin. The
objectives of this study were to compare the influence of three different moisturizers on skin …

Background Water is an important factor on the appearance and function of the skin and,
when dehydrated, it becomes rough and flaky. The measurement of stratum corneum …

A multicentre study for measuring skin hydration with 349 volunteers was carried out in six
different laboratories. The purpose of the study was to investigate physical‐, physiological …

We developed a device to evaluate the skin hydration effect of a cream. The hydration effect
was evaluated by measuring occlusivity and water holding capacity of creams. These …