Dermatology
Dermatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the health and diseases of the skin, hair, and nails. Skin is the largest organ of the human body and plays a vital role in protecting our internal organs from external elements, regulating body temperature, and providing sensation.
Common skin concerns that dermatologists address include acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, dermatitis, skin cancer, and signs of ageing such as wrinkles and pigmentation issues. These conditions can range from mild to severe and may affect individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
Applications of Dermatology
Dermatology products encompass a wide range of skincare formulations and treatments designed to address various skin concerns. These products find application in both medical and cosmetic dermatology contexts:
1. Medical Dermatology Products
- Topical Medications: Formulations such as creams, ointments, gels, and lotions containing active ingredients like corticosteroids, retinoids, antibiotics, antifungals, and immunomodulators. These products are used to treat conditions like acne, eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, fungal infections, and skin cancer.
- Emollients and Moisturizers: Products designed to hydrate and soothe dry, sensitive, or irritated skin, providing relief from symptoms and supporting skin barrier function.
- Sunscreen: Products containing UV filters to protect the skin from harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation, reducing the risk of sunburn, premature aging, and skin cancer.
- Wound Care Products: Dressings, ointments, and creams formulated to promote wound healing and prevent infection in acute or chronic wounds, ulcers, burns, and surgical incisions.
2. Cosmetic Dermatology Products:
- Cleansers: Products for removing dirt, oil, makeup, and impurities from the skin, maintaining cleanliness and preventing pore blockages.
- Exfoliants: Formulations containing chemical or physical exfoliating agents to remove dead skin cells, improve skin texture, and promote cell turnover.
- Moisturizers: Hydrating formulations to nourish and protect the skin, restoring moisture balance and enhancing skin softness and smoothness.
- Anti-Aging Products: Serums, creams, and treatments containing ingredients like retinoids, antioxidants, peptides, and growth factors to minimize signs of aging such as wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging skin.
- Brightening Agents: Products with ingredients like vitamin C, niacinamide, and hydroquinone to reduce hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and uneven skin tone.
- Acne Treatments: Formulations containing ingredients like salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, sulphur, or retinoids to target acne lesions, reduce inflammation, and prevent breakouts.
- Hair Care Products: Shampoos, conditioners, and treatments formulated to address scalp conditions, hair loss, dandruff, and promote healthy hair growth.
Physiology of Skin
- Epidermis: The outermost layer of the skin, primarily composed of keratinocytes. It provides waterproofing and protection against environmental factors.
- Dermis: The middle layer of the skin, consisting of connective tissue, blood vessels, nerves, and appendages such as hair follicles and sweat glands. It provides strength, elasticity, and support to the skin.
- Hypodermis (Subcutaneous Tissue): The deepest layer of the skin, composed of adipose tissue and connective tissue. It serves as insulation, energy storage and padding for the body.
Skin Cellular Components
Keratinocytes: The predominant cell type in the epidermis, responsible for producing keratin, a protein that provides strength and waterproofing to the skin.
- Melanocytes: Cells located in the epidermis that produce melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color and protection against UV radiation.
- Langerhans Cells: Dendritic cells in the epidermis that function as antigen-presenting cells, playing a role in immune surveillance and defense.
- Fibroblasts: Cells in the dermis responsible for producing collagen, elastin, and other extracellular matrix components, contributing to skin strength and elasticity.
Skin Renewal and Repair:
- Epidermal Turnover: The epidermis undergoes continuous renewal through a process known as epidermal turnover, wherein new keratinocytes are generated in the basal layer and migrate upwards towards the skin surface, eventually shedding off.
- Wound Healing: In response to injury, the skin undergoes a complex process of wound healing involving inflammation, tissue formation (proliferation), and tissue remodeling. This process helps restore the integrity of the skin barrier and promote tissue repair.
Functions of the Skin
- Barrier Function: The skin acts as a physical barrier, preventing the entry of pathogens, toxins, and harmful substances into the body.
- Temperature Regulation: The skin helps regulate body temperature through processes like sweat production (cooling) and vasoconstriction/dilation of blood vessels (heat retention or dissipation).
- Sensation: The skin contains sensory receptors for touch, pressure, temperature, and pain, enabling us to perceive and respond to stimuli from the environment.
- Immune Defense: Specialised immune cells in the skin help protect against infections and initiate immune responses when pathogens are detected.
Skin Conditions Associated with Dermatology
Dermatologists diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions, which can affect individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Some of the most common skin conditions include:
- Stretch Marks – or striae are long, narrow streaks or lines that develop on the skin, often resulting from rapid stretching or shrinking of the skin. They commonly appear on areas such as the abdomen, breasts, hips, thighs, buttocks, and upper arms. The formation and appearance of stretch marks involve several factors:
Causes
- Rapid Growth: During puberty, adolescents experience growth spurts that can cause the skin to stretch quickly.
- Pregnancy: Pregnant women frequently develop stretch marks, especially in the third trimester, due to the rapid expansion of the abdomen and breasts.
- Weight Changes: Significant weight gain or loss can lead to stretch marks as the skin adjusts to the changes in body size.
- Medical Conditions: Certain medical conditions, like Cushing’s syndrome and Marfan syndrome, can contribute to the development of stretch marks due to hormonal imbalances and changes in connective tissue.
- Genetics: A family history of stretch marks can increase the likelihood of developing them.
Available Products
Elastoderm cream
Product Summary
To effectively help reduce body stretch marks by skin firming. Formulated with Allium Cepa, Palmitoyl pentapeptide, Retinyl Palmitate, Vitamin C, and Vitamin E to help induce collagen and elastin formation, reduce depth, length, and colour of stretch marks along with firming sagging skin.
Ingredients
–Allium Cepa – Anti-inflammatory, Anti – Bacterial
–Palmitoyl Pentapeptide – Precursor of collagen type 1
-Retinyl palmitate – Form of Vitamin A, helps in collagen formation
Salient Features
(1) Enhances collagen and elastin formation by 270%
(2) Reduces length, depth and colour of stretch marks by 80%
(3) Makes skin firmer by 60%
- Acne Scar: Acne scars are the marks left on the skin after severe acne has healed. They result from the skin’s healing process following the inflammation and damage caused by acne lesions. There are different types of acne scars, each with distinct characteristics:
Types of Acne Scars
- Atrophic Scars: These are the most common type of acne scars and occur when there is a loss of tissue.
- Ice Pick Scars: Deep, narrow, pitted scars that resemble the puncture of an ice pick.
- Boxcar Scars: Broad, rectangular depressions with sharply defined edges, similar to chickenpox scars.
- Rolling Scars: Wide, shallow depressions with a rolling or undulating appearance.
- Hypertrophic Scars: These scars result from an overproduction of collagen during the healing process and form raised, thickened areas of skin. Unlike keloids, hypertrophic scars remain within the boundaries of the original acne lesion.
- Keloid Scars: Similar to hypertrophic scars but more severe, keloids extend beyond the original acne lesion. They are raised, firm, and can be itchy or painful.
Causes
Acne scars form when the skin’s healing process is disrupted. Factors contributing to the formation of acne scars include:
- Severity of Acne: Severe acne with deep, inflamed cysts and nodules is more likely to cause scarring.
- Delayed Treatment: Not treating acne promptly and effectively can increase the risk of scarring.
- Skin Picking: Squeezing or picking at acne lesions can damage the skin and worsen scarring.
- Genetics: A family history of acne scars can increase the likelihood of developing Scars.
Available Products
Vitaderm C Scar Gel
Product Summary
It helps fade all types of scars. Formulated with Palmitoyl pentapeptide, Allium Cepa, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Niacinamide, Ceramide, and Silicone to help soften, smoothen, and fade scars of varied kinds. Vitaderm C Scar gel to help fade the appearance of scars.
Ingredients-
– Silicone- Raises temperature by 1.7C to increase collagenase activity
– Ceramide- regulates trans-epidermal water loss
– Sodium Ascorbyl phosphate – A hydrophilic antioxidant, stimulates collagen synthesis.
– Palmitoyl oligopeptides – Precursor of Type -1 collagen.
Salient Features
(1) Fades and reduces scars progressively : 86% reduction in texture , 84% in colour, 68% in thickness of scars
(2) Improves the physiological cosmetic appearance of scars : itching reduces in 2 weeks , Scar size reduces in 4 weeks & scar pigmentation reduces in 8 weeks.
(3) Clinically proven to smooth and fade scars.
- Melasma : Melasma is a common skin condition characterized by the development of brown or gray-brown patches on the skin, most commonly on the face. It is more prevalent in women, especially those with darker skin tones, and is often associated with hormonal changes.
Here is a detailed overview of melasma:
Causes and Risk Factors
- Hormonal Changes: Melasma is often linked to hormonal fluctuations, such as those occurring during pregnancy, the use of oral contraceptives, or hormone replacement therapy.
- Sun Exposure: Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun stimulates the melanocytes (pigment-producing cells in the skin), leading to increased melanin production and the development of melasma. Sun exposure is both a trigger and an exacerbating factor.
- Genetics: There is a genetic predisposition to melasma, and it is more common in individuals with a family history of the condition.
- Certain Medications: Some medications, such as anti-seizure drugs, can trigger melasma.
- Cosmetic Products: Certain skin care products that irritate the skin may increase melasma.
Available Products
(3) Vitaderm Skin Lightening Cream
Product Summary
A Steroid-free and Hydroquinone-Free formula to effectively manage Melasma and uneven skin tone. Formulated with Deca Strength Niacinamide, Osmogeline, Hyaluronic Acid, and Vitamin A Palmitate that has melanin inhibiting action along with skin smoothening effect for an even and brighten skin.
Ingredients –
– Niacinamide – Reduces hyperpigmentation and uneven skin , and heals acne marks.
– Vitamin A palmitate – Speeds removal of melanin,Heals damaged skin,Improves texture.
– Osmogeline – Reduces secretion of UV induced TNF a.
– Hyaluronic Acid – Provides optimum hydration, Makes skin plump and glowy.
Salient Features
(1) Nourishes and moisturizes skin
(2) Reduces melanin formation
(3) Works on multiple skin layers
(4) 3X power for faster, visible skin lightening effects.
- Facial Melanosis : Facial melanosis refers to hyperpigmentation or darkening of the facial skin, resulting in uneven skin tone and dark patches.
Causes and Risk Factors
- Sun Exposure: Ultraviolet (UV) radiation stimulates melanocytes to produce more melanin, leading to darkening of the skin.
- Hormonal Changes: Pregnancy, oral contraceptives, and hormone replacement therapy can trigger or worsen facial melanosis, especially melasma.
- Genetics: A family history of hyperpigmentation disorders increases the likelihood of developing facial melanosis.
- Skin Inflammation or Injury: Conditions like acne, eczema, or physical trauma to the skin can lead to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
- Certain Medications: Some drugs can cause pigmentation changes as a side effect.
- Chemical Exposure: Prolonged contact with certain chemicals found in cosmetics or fragrances can lead to hyperpigmentation.
Available Products
(4) Irwings Spotlite
Product Summary
Helps reduce facial melanosis. Formulated with Actiwhite complex, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Salicylic Acid, and Lactic Acid which facilitates Brown spot correction and skin-lightening effects mediated by SPF 15 for UV protection for visible spot correction in 72 Hrs.
Ingredients-
– Actiwhite Complex – Inhibition of melanin production.
– Glycyrrhetinic acid – Anti-inflammatory , Anti-Melanin
– AHA &BHA – Chemical exfoliants , Keratolysis of skin layer
Salient Features
(1)Inhibits Melanin formation
(2)SPF protection against UV
(3)87% reduction in Hyperpigmentation
(4)Ensures 90% Improvement in Skin Evenness.
(5)70% Enhancement in Skin Firmness and Elasticity.
- Dark Circles : Refer to the discoloration of the skin beneath the eyes, giving it a darker appearance compared to the surrounding facial skin. This condition can affect anyone, regardless of age or gender, and can be caused by a variety of factors.
Causes of Dark Circles:
- Lack of Sleep
○ Description: Insufficient sleep can cause the skin to appear pale, making blood vessels and dark tissues beneath the skin are more visible.
○ Impact: Results in tired, sunken eyes with prominent dark circles.
- Genetics
○ Description: Dark circles can be hereditary. If your parents have dark circles, you are more likely to develop them.
○ Impact: Permanent or recurring dark circles.
- Age
○ Description: As you age, your skin becomes thinner and loses collagen and fat, making blood vessels more visible under the eyes.
○ Impact: Increased prominence of dark circles over time.
- Allergies
○ Description: Allergies can cause itching, inflammation, and rubbing of the eyes, leading to dark circles.
○ Impact: Swollen, irritated, and darkened skin under the eyes.
- Sun Exposure
- Description: Overexposure to the sun can increase melanin production, leading to pigmentation around the eyes.
- Impact: Darkening of the skin under the eyes.
Available Products
(5) Irwings Eye
Product summary
Irwings Eye helps address under-eye dark circles, puffy eyes, and sagging eyes. Formulated with Acetyl Tetra Peptide-5, Hieracium pilosella, Bellis perennis flower extract, Retinol, Vitamin C, K, and GHA to reduce under- eye dark circles by minimizing the deposition of melanin, and prevents wrinkles by boosting collagen production respectively thereby imparting a youthful appearance.
Ingredients-
– Acetyl Tetra Peptide-5 (EyeSeryl) – Reduces the under-eye puffiness & increases skin elasticity.
– JuvenEye CLR: Synergistic combination of Hieracium pilosella and the flowers of Bellis perennis , Reduces dark circles by reducing the melanin deposition and also reduces eye bags by draining the excess interstitial fluid.
– GHA: Reduces darkening and inflammation.
– Retinol: Stimulates collagen and fibronectin synthesis that increases the thickness of the skin. Reduces the under eye fine lines.
Salient Features
(1)Significantly reduces under eye bags by 73% in 15 days.(2)Reduces dark circles by 93%(3)Improves blood circulation around the eye and reduces oxidative stress and Hyperpigmentation.
- Wrinkles and fine lines: are common signs of ageing that appear on the skin over time due to a variety of factors.
A brief overview:
- Causes: Wrinkles and fine lines can be caused by a combination of factors, including natural ageing, sun exposure, smoking, repetitive facial expressions, genetics, and loss of collagen and elastin in the skin.
- Types:
○ Dynamic wrinkles: These are caused by repeated facial movements, such as smiling or frowning, and are most prominent in areas like the forehead, around the eyes, and between the eyebrows.
○ Static wrinkles: These wrinkles are visible even when the face is at rest and are often a result of the natural ageing process and loss of skin elasticity.
○ Fine lines: These are small, shallow lines that can appear anywhere on the face, often as a result of dehydration, sun damage, or loss of collagen.
Available Products
(6) Irwings ACE
Irwings ACE – helps reduce the expression of wrinkles and fine lines. Formulated with Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Superoxide Dismutase, and Glycyrrhetinic Acid for fast expression wrinkle repair in 7 days.
Ingredients–
–Acetyl hexapeptide-8 – Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by mimicking BOTOX and thus restricting the movement of Facial Muscles.
–Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate – Aids in Collagen Synthesis, Anti-Oxidative effects
–GHA – Anti-Inflammatory effect, Anti-Melanin effects
(8) Chronological ageing – refers to the natural process of aging that occurs over time as a result of the passage of years. It's the aging process that everyone experiences simply by living. As time progresses, the body undergoes various physiological changes, including:
- Skin Changes: The skin becomes thinner, drier, and less elastic, leading to the development of wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging.
- Muscle and Bone Changes: Muscle mass decreases, and bones may become weaker and more prone to fractures.
- Hormonal Changes: Hormone levels fluctuate and decline, which can affect various bodily functions and contribute to symptoms like menopause in women and andropause in men.
- Organ Function Decline: The function of organs such as the heart, lungs, and kidneys may decline with age, leading to decreased efficiency and increased risk of certain diseases.
- Cognitive Changes: Memory, processing speed, and cognitive function may decline with age, although the extent varies from person to person.
Available Products
(7) Retilift Cream
Retilift to visibly reduce wrinkles and fine lines due to chronological aging. Retilift is formulated with Retinol, Vitamin E, and Ascorbyl Palmitate to accelerate collagen synthesis and synergistic antioxidant defense with 3% Retistar to impart a youthful glow.
Ingredients–
- Retinol – protects collagen against degradation and inhibits the activity of metalloproteinases which are responsible for degradation of the extracellular matrix, strengthens the epidermal protective function, reduces transepidermal water loss.
- Vitamin E – fat-soluble antioxidant , protects the skin from various deleterious effects due to solar radiation by acting as a free-radical scavenger.
- Ascorbyl Palmitate – Treat and prevent changes associated with photoaging.
Salient Features
(1)Reduces wrinkle depth and length
(2)Improves texture, reduces pigmentation & irregularities.
(9) Bacterial and fungal infections – are two common types of microbial infections that can affect various parts of the body.A brief overview of each:
- Bacterial Infections:
○ Cause: Bacterial infections are caused by harmful bacteria entering the body and multiplying, leading to symptoms such as fever, inflammation, pain, and localised or systemic illness.
○ Types: There are many types of bacterial infections, including strep throat, urinary tract infections (UTIs), pneumonia, tuberculosis, and skin infections like cellulitis and impetigo.
○ Treatment: Treatment typically involves antibiotics, which are medications that kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria. The choice of antibiotic depends on the type of bacteria causing the infection and its sensitivity to antibiotics.
- Fungal Infections:
○ Cause: Fungal infections are caused by fungi, which are organisms that thrive in warm, moist environments. Fungi can infect the skin, nails, hair, and mucous membranes, leading to symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling, and discharge.
○ Types: Common fungal infections include athlete foot, ringworm, yeast infections (e.g., vaginal yeast infections, oral thrush), and fungal nail infections.
○ Treatment: Treatment varies depending on the type and severity of the fungal infection. Antifungal medications, such as topical creams, oral medications, or medicated shampoos are commonly used to treat fungal infections. In some cases, lifestyle changes may also be recommended to prevent recurrence, such as keeping the affected area clean and dry, wearing breathable clothing, and avoiding sharing personal items with others.
Available Products
(8) Mycorox lotion
Product Summary
- helps provide symptomatic relief in fungal and bacterial- mediated inflammation and pruritus. Formulated with 1% Ciclopirox Olamine that provides broad spectrum anti-fungal and anti-bacterial action. Mycorox lotion for standalone antifungal and antibacterial action.
Ingredients–
- Ciclopirox Olamine – Broad spectrum antifungal agent, Inhibits the growth of pathogenic dermatophytes, yeasts malassezia furfur.
(10) Warts are benign skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV).
A brief overview:
- Cause: Warts are caused by various strains of HPV that infect the top layer of skin,typically through small cuts or breaks in the skin. HPV is highly contagious and can spread through direct contact with an infected person or contaminated surfaces.
- Types: There are several types of warts, including:
○ Common warts: These usually appear on the fingers, hands, and elbows and have a rough, raised surface.
○ Plantar warts: These occur on the soles of the feet and can be painful when walking due to pressure on the wart.
○ Flat warts: These are small, smooth warts that often appear in clusters on the face, neck, or hands.
○ Genital warts: These appear on the genital and anal areas and are considered a sexually transmitted infection (STI).
Available Products
(9) Watnil
It is a non-invasive wart removal.Formulated with 16.7% Salicylic Acid and 16.7% Lactic Acid in a film-forming base.
Ingredients –
- Salicylic Acid – Keratolytic action i.e. unplugs blocked skin pores, mild anti-bacterial, Triggers immune response to remove HPV.
- Lactic Acid – Keratolytic action i.e. unplugs blocked skin pores, Helps to regrow healthy skin cells, Moisturizes skin.
Salient Features
(1)Film forming technology
(2)Convenient and non invasive technology
(3)Avoids re-infections.
(11) Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nails, which can affect both fingernails and toenails. It is a common condition that can cause the nails to become discolored, thickened, and brittle. Here are key points about onychomycosis:
Causes
Onychomycosis is primarily caused by dermatophytes, a group of fungi that includes Trichophyton Rubrum and Trichophyton mentagrophytes. Other fungi, such as yeasts (Candida) and non-dermatophyte molds can also cause nail infections.
Risk Factors
Several factors increase the risk of developing onychomycosis:
- Age: Older adults are more susceptible.
- Medical Conditions: Diabetes, psoriasis, and immune system disorders.
- Lifestyle: Wearing tight shoes, having damp or sweaty feet, or walking barefoot in communal areas like swimming pools and gyms.
- Nail Trauma: Injuries to the nails can make them more vulnerable to infection.
Symptoms
The symptoms of onychomycosis can vary but often include:
- Discoloration: Nails may turn white, yellow, or brown.
- Thickening: Infected nails often become thick and may be difficult to trim.
- Brittleness: Affected nails may become crumbly and break easily.
- Deformation: The shape of the nail can become distorted.
- Odour: There may be a foul smell coming from the infected nail.
Available Products
(10) Nailon
Product Summary
Nailon Nail Lacquer is a standalone therapy in Onychomycosis. Formulated with 8%
Ciclopirox Topical Solution it treats infected nails without causing any damage to the
adjoining skin. Nailon nail lacquer for effective treatment of Onychomycosis.
Ingredients –
Ciclopirox Olamine – Broad spectrum antifungal agent, Inhibits the growth of pathogenic dermatophytes, yeasts malassezia furfur.
Salient Features
(1) Sporicidal
(2) Anti-Inflammatory
(11) Tricovit Forte
Product Summary:
For the treatment of nail dystrophy and brittle nails. Formulated with Biotin, L-methionine and L-Cysteine. Please prescribe for making nails stronger and to prevent nail dystrophy.
Ingredients:
(1) Biotin – For strengthening and improving nail growth.
(2) L-methionine – Acts as the building block , has antioxidant properties.
(3) L-Cysteine – For strength and rigidity of nails.
(12)Atopic Dermatitis – Atopic dermatitis (AD), also known as eczema, is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by itchy, red, swollen, and cracked skin, common in children but can occur at any age.
Here are the key points:
Causes
- Genetic Factors: Family history of AD, asthma, or hay fever increases the risk.
- Immune System: Dysregulation leading to an overactive immune response to environmental triggers.
- Skin Barrier Dysfunction: Mutations in the filaggrin gene can lead to a compromised skin barrier, making skin more susceptible to irritants and allergens.
- Environmental Factors: Exposure to allergens, irritants, and varying climates can trigger or worsen symptoms.
Symptoms
- Itching: Often severe and worse at night.
- Red to Brownish-Gray Patches: Typically on hands, feet, ankles, wrists, neck, upper chest, eyelids, and the insides of the bend of the elbows and knees.
- Small, Raised Bumps: May leak fluid and crust over when scratched.
- Thickened, Cracked, Scaly Skin: Resulting from chronic scratching.
- Sensitive, Swollen Skin: From scratching or rubbing.
Treatment
- Moisturisers: To restore and maintain the skin barrier.
- Topical Corticosteroids: To reduce inflammation and itching.
- Topical Calcineurin Inhibitors: As a steroid-sparing treatment option.
- Antibiotics: If there is a secondary bacterial infection.
- Phototherapy: For severe cases not responding to topical treatments.
- Systemic Medications: Such as oral corticosteroids or immunosuppressants for severe cases.
- Biologics: Newer treatments targeting specific pathways involved in theInflammation.
Available Products
(12) Lactobabe Lotion
Product Summary
To Effectively manage Atopic Dermatitis, Ichthyosis, and Eczema. It is formulated with Oats,Ceramides, and GHA for intense hydration and with water lock technology to ensure optimal skin health.
Ingredients –
- Oats – Restore the skin’s barrier function, repairs and strengthens the epidermal barrier by enhancing the microbiome diversity and preventing moisture loss.
- Ceramides – Regulates Trans Epidermal Water Loss(TEWL), maintains skin barrier repair.
- GHA – Anti-Inflammatory Action, Anti- pruritic action, Gives relief in atopic dermatitis, Dry itch and irritation.
Salient Features
(1)Triple Lipid Atopic moisturiser formulated with Ceramide , cholesterol and free fatty acids for repairing and restoring the skin barrier.
(13) Lactobabe Bath Emollient-
Product Summary
Lactobabe Bath Emollient is an ultra-moisturizing bath additive for extremely dry skin. Formulated with Light Liquid Paraffin, Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters, Isopropyl Myristate for ultra moisturization. Lactobabe Bath Emollient for effectively managing extremely dry skin conditions.
Ingredients-
- Olive oil – Intensely moisturises the skin.
- Lanolin – Intensely moisturises the skin.
Salient Features
(1)Forms a moisturising layer over the skin.
(2)Prevents drying of skin by deeply moisturising within the skin.
(3)Assists in healthy development of skin.
(13) Rosacea is a chronic skin condition primarily affecting the face, characterized by redness, visible blood vessels, and sometimes acne-like bumps. It tends to flare up periodically and can affect individuals of all ages, though it is most common in middle-aged women with fair skin.
Causes
- Genetic Factors: Family history can increase the likelihood of developing rosacea.
- Immune System: Overactive immune response leading to inflammation.
- Environmental Triggers: Sun exposure, extreme temperatures, wind, and certain foods or beverages.
- Microorganisms: Presence of Demodex mites and the bacteria Helicobacter pylori have been associated with rosacea.
Symptoms
- Facial Redness: Persistent redness typically on the central face (cheeks, nose, forehead, and chin).
- Visible Blood Vessels: Small blood vessels on the nose and cheeks often swell and become visible.
- Swollen Red Bumps: Pimples or pustules that may resemble acne.
- Eye Problems: Dry, irritated, and swollen eyes and eyelids, a condition known as ocular rosacea.
- Thickened Skin: In advanced cases, the skin, especially around the nose, may thicken and become bumpy (rhinophyma).
Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, leading to pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and sometimes cysts or nodules. It commonly affects adolescents but can occur at any age.
Causes
- Excess Oil Production: Sebaceous glands produce too much oil (sebum).
- Clogged Hair Follicles: Dead skin cells and oil can block hair follicles.
- Bacteria: Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) bacteria can grow in the blocked follicles, causing inflammation.
- Hormonal Changes: Androgens increase during puberty, leading to enlarged sebaceous glands and more sebum.
- Diet: Certain foods (e.g., dairy, high-glycemic foods) may trigger or worsen acne in some individuals.
- Stress: Can exacerbate acne symptoms.
Symptoms
- Whiteheads: Closed clogged pores.
- Blackheads: Open clogged pores that turn dark.
- Papules: Small red, tender bumps.
- Pustules: Pimples containing pus.
- Nodules: Large, solid, painful lumps beneath the skin.
- Cysts: Painful, pus-filled lumps beneath the surface of the skin.
Available Products
(14) Lactobabe Bathing Bar
Product Summary
Lactobabe Bathing Bar for fragile epidermal barrier skin, prone to atopic itch, acne, and rosacea. Formulated with Ceramide, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Syndet, Shea Butter, and Milk Proteins to lock moisture and maintain natural moisture and a balanced pH.
Ingredients –
- Ceramides: Helps prevent further drying of skin and desquamation during bath time.
- Glycyrrhetinic acid: Helps Manage and control the growth of skin microbiome, inflammation, pruritus, and TEWL.
- Shea Butter and Milk Proteins: Helps nurture the development of new skin, healthy skin barrier, and acid mantle.
(15) Lactobabe Tear Free Shampoo
Product Summary
For patients undergoing hair or scalp treatment, a post-minoxidil shampoo. Formulated with Suganate and Aquaxyl for mild cleansing with naturally derived surfactants from corn and coconuts.
Ingredients-
Aquaxyl – It is a hydrating formula that retains the water inside the skin to maintain the skin’s hydration and also reinforce the synthesis of essential lipids and proteins.
Suganate– Extremely mild cleansing surfactant derived from natural sources (corn and coconut) and is without irritation to eye and skin, hence termed as “Tear free”
Salient Features
(1)Improves skin barrier function
(2)Increased moisturising Factor
(3)Provides optimised hydration
(4)Mild Cleansing
