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Moisturizers for Patients with Atopic Dermatitis: An Overview

Wararat Sirikudta, Kanokvalai Kulthanan, Supenya Varothai and Piyavadee Nuchkull

Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition result from epidermal barrier defect and immune dysfunction. Not only has lesional skin increase pH and transepidermal water loss but also non-lesional skin. Regular use of moisturizers helps maintain skin hydration and improve barrier dysfunction. Active ingredients in moisturizers can be classified into occlusives, humectants, and emollients according to their properties. Agents with anti-inflammatory effects are also added. This review mainly focus on active agents in moisturizers claimed of suitable for atopic skin, in order to provide more information and aid physicians in selecting and giving advice to patients with atopic dermatitis.