In vivo transepidermal water loss and skin surface hydration in assessment of moisturization and soap effects
- 1 October 1988
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in International Journal of Cosmetic Science
- Vol. 10 (5), 201-211
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-2494.1988.tb00018.x
Abstract
Transepidermal water loss (TEWL), skin surface water loss (SSWL) and water content of the stratum corneum are utilized to assess the hydration effects of moisturizers and soaps. The relationship among these parameters may help differentiating hydration obtained via occlusion or by water‐holding in the stratum corneum. Furthermore, skin function (hydration, dehydration, barrier damage) can be studied comparing the data obtained with these techniques. In this study, the effects of glycerol, petrolatum, soaps and commercial moisturizers on the skin are investigated and discussed.Keywords
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