Cleansers, moisturizers, and talcs : Patterns of use among children of low socioeconomic level

The use of cosmetics (cleansers, moisturizers, and talcs) was investigated in 200 infants and children of low socioeconomic level with and without skin disease. For children with atopic dermatitis, mothers preferred to use unscented soap. Lubricating or hydrating creams were widely used in children...

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Published in:Pediatric dermatology 1998-03, Vol.15 (2), p.134-136
Main Authors: PALACIOS-LOPEZ, C. G, TAMAYO-SANCHEZ, L, DURAN-MCKINSTER, C, DE LA LUZ OROZCO-COVARRUBIAS, M, RUIZ-MALDONADO, R
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Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical sciences
Child
Child, Preschool
Cosmetics - therapeutic use
Dermatitis, Atopic - drug therapy
Diseases of the skin. Cosmetics
Female
Health Behavior
Humans
Infant
Infant, Newborn
Male
Medical sciences
Radiotherapy. Instrumental treatment. Physiotherapy. Reeducation. Rehabilitation, orthophony, crenotherapy. Diet therapy and various other treatments (general aspects)
Reference Values
Socioeconomic Factors
Surveys and Questionnaires
Tropical medicine
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Summary:The use of cosmetics (cleansers, moisturizers, and talcs) was investigated in 200 infants and children of low socioeconomic level with and without skin disease. For children with atopic dermatitis, mothers preferred to use unscented soap. Lubricating or hydrating creams were widely used in children without skin disease. Talc and mineral oil were significantly more frequently used in infants than in children. Both of these products are potentially harmful and represent an unnecessary expense for families with a survival-level budget. Dermatologists should discourage their use.
ISSN:0736-8046
1525-1470
DOI:10.1046/j.1525-1470.1998.1998015134.x