Cosmetics Dedicated to Oily and Acne-Prone Skin Should Be Moisturizing

According to a study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, cosmetics for patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris can affect skin parameters and should be moisturizing.

Researchers aimed to determine the influence of cosmetics dedicated to oily and acne-prone skin have on skin parameters in 33 volunteers with symptoms of acne vulgaris. Skin parameters were measured before the experiment, and at 4 and 8 weeks after use. Measurements were taken on skin moisturizing, sebum, and skin color.

A change in the value of skin parameters was determined during measurements at week 8. Sebum secretion and melanin and hemoglobin levels did not change. A decrease in hydration was noted. Epidermal thickness was thinned, according to ultrasound imaging.

“For many mild/moderate acne patients, cosmetics proven to be effective and well tested in clinical trials can offer a real benefit in reducing both inflammation, sebum production, melanin, and irritation, but should also be moisturizing,” concluded the study authors.

Reference
Zdrada J, Odrzywołek W, Stolecka-Warzecha A, Wilczyński S, Błońska-Fajfrowska B. The influence of cosmetics dedicated to oily and acne-prone skin on skin parameters. J Cosmet Dermatol. Published online June 6, 2022. doi:10.1111/jocd.15143