[Dry skin as a dermatological and cosmetic problem].
The paper presents current opinions on aetiopathogenesis of dry skin including its occurrence in the course of certain dermatological disorders. A meaning of natural moisturizing factor, lipid barrier as well as epidermal differentiation processes in the maintenance of the proper skin moisturization is described. The importance of topical treatment is emphasized. Moreover, a survey of moisturizing factors applied in dry skin care is included.
Kacalak-Rzepka
Anna
A
Katedra i Klinika Chorób Skórnych i Wenerycznych Pomorskiej Akademii Medycznej w Szczecinie, Szczecin.
Bielecka-Grzela
Stanisława
S
Klimowicz
Adam
A
Wesołowska
Jolanta
J
Maleszka
Romuald
R
D000287:Administration, Topical; D002454:Cell Differentiation; D003358:Cosmetics / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D004817:Epidermis / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D017592:Skin Care / Q000379:methods*; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000473:pathology / Q000628:therapy*
D003358:Cosmetics