ABSTRACT
Skin care and cosmetics used in subjects affected by sensitive skin should be carefully selected in order to have a good compliance and possibly promote skin health. The effective cleansers for eczema and sensitive skin should provide effective cleansing without compromising the barrier integrity, and cosmetic or therapeutic moisturizers should be indicated as an important adjunct to alleviate dryness of the skin and restore skin barrier function. Appropriate skin care includes cleansing, moisturizing, and application UV protection to maintain healthy skin. UV protection consists of sun avoidance, UV-protective clothing, and sunscreens. In diseased skin such as in sensitive or atopic skin, special cleansing agents are recommended consisting of non-soap-based surfactants, synthetic detergents with an acidic or neutral pH, and lipid-free cleansing lotions. Lipid-free cleansing lotions contain fatty alcohols and are designed for sensitive or dry skin; lotion formulations can be removed without water.
