Objective

• Assessment of the cutaneous tolerance of the Dexeclear hydrating soothing cleanser, after 28 days of use
• Assessment of  the evolution of physical and functional signs after 7 and 28 days of use
• Evaluation of the Subjective efficacy  and cosmetic acceptability of the product, after 7 and 28 days of use 

Population

• 43 subjects: teenagers and adults (mean age : 18,3 years), presenting acne, skin dryness and erythema
• Treated with a topical or oral anti-acne medical treatment
• phototype II to IV  

Application of DEXECLEAR Soothing Moisturizing Cleanser

Cleansing Cream, 2 times per day, for 28 days 

On face, upper back and thorax, after wetting the skin and before drying it 

Evaluation criteria

• Dermatological tolerance evaluation D1, D8 and D29 (5-point scale)
• Evolution of physical and functional signs at D8 and D29
• Cosmetic acceptability and perceived efficacy = Patient questionnaires at D8 and D29 

Results

• Excellent skin tolerance
• After the first application (D1Tim),  statistically significant decrease of itching perceived by the subject : -76%
• 88^% of subjects find their skin soothed immediately
• 91^% of subjects find their skin more comfortable and soothed after 8 days  

Conclusion 

• Excellent skin tolerance
• -76% itching sensation due to dry skin on face from the 1st application
• 88% of subjects find their skin soothed immediately
• 91% of subjects find their skin more comfortable and soothed after 8 days.