Impact of water exposure on skin barrier permeability and ultrastructure

ConclusionExcessive skin hydration leading to changes in the SC ultrastructure might result in increased skin permeability of skin irritants and allergens.

Source: Contact Dermatitis - November 12, 2018 Category: Dermatology Authors: Chie Ogawa ‐Fuse, Naoko Morisaki, Kyoko Shima, Mitsuyuki Hotta, Keiichi Sugata, Toshiki Ichihashi, Masashi Oguri, Osamu Yoshida, Tsutomu Fujimura Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research