| Document ID (ISN) | 102185 |
| CIS number |
03-1291 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
0034-8732 - Prevención |
| Year |
2003 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Klotz A., zur Mühlen A., Veeger M. |
| Title |
New skin protection formulations |
| Original title |
Nuevos preparados de protección cutánea [in Spanish] |
| Bibliographic information |
July-Sep. 2003, No.165, p.29-34. Illus. |
| Abstract |
The protective properties of a new multiphase water/oil/water emulsion system were studied, together with its effect on skin irritated with a test solution consisting of 0.5% sodium lauryl sulfate in water. 15 persons were subjected to a repeated irritation patch test under occlusive dressing, with the irritation being then treated either with the new product, with vaseline or with a water/oil emulsion, or not treated at all. The new product showed the best results in terms of protection. Furthermore, it had a positive influence on the regeneration of skin irritated with sodium lauryl sulfate. The product was also tested among 180 employees of three production units of a large engine component manufacturer, who responded to a questionnaire on their use of skincare products. 67% declared regularly using such products, 29% rarely and 4% never. Only 8% of the persons questioned stated that the product they had used previously offered superior protection. The absorptive properties and the propensity for repair were judged very good by 72% of the respondents and good by 90%. 88% expressed the wish to use this novel product again once all the testing would be completed. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
irritation; emulsions; skin protection; motor vehicle industry; skin |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
irritants; skin tests; questionnaire survey |
| Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
| Country / State or Province | Germany |
| Subject(s) |
Personal protection
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Chemical safety
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Skin protection
Motor vehicle manufacturing industry
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