Restoration of the skin barrier with the help of medical cosmetics increases the clinical effectiveness of therapy for a number of dermatoses.

OBJECTIVE

To assess the effect of medical cosmetics in perioral dermatitis (PD).

MATERIAL AND METHODS

Women aged 23 to 55 years (39±1.13 years) with PD (n=30). In the 1st subgroup, 15 patients received basic therapy as well as medical cosmetics (the drug formulation was chosen depending on the skin type), they were applied to the affected areas 2 times a day 1 hour before the external therapy as well as micellar soothing water to cleanse the skin twice a day. In the 2nd subgroup, 15 women received basic therapy. The condition of the patients was assessed before the treatment, after 14, 28 days from the therapy start, the PODSI and the dermatological index of life quality were determined.

RESULTS

The most pronounced clinical effect (significant improvement in the skin process, regression of subjective sensations) was noted in the group of patients who received medical cosmetics as part of complex therapy.

CONCLUSION

Taking into account the therapy effectiveness in patients suffering from PD after 14 days’ treatment as well as high compliance the medical and cosmetic products can be recommended in the complex treatment of dermatosis.