1962
DOI: 10.1111/j.1532-5415.1962.tb00314.x
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Experimental and Clinical Observations on Dry Skin

Abstract: The problem of dry skin and the attempts to treat or improve this condition are age-old. In the current literature, however, this question is receiving increased consideration, as dryness of the skin is observed in connection with many pathologic and cosmetically important disorders.Recognition of the functions of the horny layer of the skin and of its deeper section (the barrier zone) sheds new light on water distribution in the body surface (1). Many persons of either sex and in any age group suffer from dry… Show more

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“…The use of emollients which leave a heavy surface film may intensify the itch and contribute to folliculitis. However, in recent years bath oils miscible in water have been developed, and there are several reports on the successful use of these new oils for the treatment of dry skin (5–8). These preparations leave a film of oil on the skin.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…The use of emollients which leave a heavy surface film may intensify the itch and contribute to folliculitis. However, in recent years bath oils miscible in water have been developed, and there are several reports on the successful use of these new oils for the treatment of dry skin (5–8). These preparations leave a film of oil on the skin.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…It was postulated that a cleanser which provided the desired antibacterial properties plus emollient action would be superior. Water‐dispersible bath oils have frequently been advocated as a means of controlling problems associated with dry, itching skin (1, 9–15). It was therefore apparent that an ideal skin cleanser for routine daily bathing would consist of an emollient bath containing an antibacterial agent.…”
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