Moisturizers in Acne Treatment

Choice of moisturizers in acne should be done very carefully. Most moisturizers are acne producing, hence non comedogenic moisturizers should be carefully selected in acne treatment.

An effective moisturizing formulation contains proportional properties of emollients, humectants and occlusives. Occlusive and humectant ingredients complement each other to achieve and maintain epidermal hydration and barrier function. Emollients help preserve lipids in the horny layer, promoting epidermal barrier function and preventing water evaporation.

Other important features of an effective moisturizer are rapid absorption, a non greasy feel and long lasting hydration. It is also important that the moisturizer is non-comedogenic and lacks potentially irritating ingredients, such as fragrances, parabens, lanolin and lanolin derivatives.

The importance of well hydrated skin through moisturizers

Adequate hydration of the stratum corneum is an important factor assisting the regulation of proper skin function. Dry skin, defined as the loss of water from the stratum corneum, is more susceptible to inflammation, eczema and bacterial infection. Therefore, adequate hydration of the stratum corneum is key in maintaining the normal appearance and health of skin.

This again underlines the importance of choosing the best moisturizer in acne treatment.

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