Bioderma has introduced a new fragrance-free eczema lotion designed to soothe itching and restore the skin barrier. The product targets the specific lipid deficiencies found in compromised skin, offering a solution for those struggling with dryness and eczema flare-ups during the autumn months.
Targeting Lipid Deficiencies in Compromised Skin
The French pharmaceutical brand conducted extensive research into eczema, presenting its findings at the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology conference in Vienna last month. The study included 500 participants, highlighting that about one in five children and one in 10 adults struggle with the condition.
Bioderma determined that eczema-compromised skin does not simply need generic emollients. Instead, it lacks a precise combination of 15 lipids. The new product, Atoderm AD Intensive Baume, is formulated to replace these missing elements. The balm is patented and approved for use on babies.
According to trial results, the lotion soothed itching from the first second of application. It also reduced the urge to scratch by 88 percent. The brand aims to move away from traditional greasy creams that sit on the surface of the skin without providing lasting relief.
Texture and Daily Use for Dry Skin
The Atoderm AD Intensive Baume is priced at £26. Although described as a balm, the texture is a thick lotion that absorbs well into the skin. It provides a supple sensation rather than a slick or greasy feel. This makes it suitable for people who find classic pharmaceutical body creams unpleasant to wear.
The product contains no fragrance, which helps prevent irritation for those with supersensitive skin. It is heavy enough to combat the increased dryness and itchiness associated with autumn weather. However, it remains light enough to avoid suffocating the skin on warmer residual sunny days.
Users with extreme dryness may need to switch to a greasier product when a cold snap hits. For now, the lotion offers a balanced option for daily moisturizing. It provides instant comfort and lastingly moisturizes the skin without the heavy residue typical of older emollient treatments.
Alternative Options for Extreme Dryness
While Bioderma addresses the specific needs of eczema sufferers, other brands are also updating their offerings for dry skin. The Body Shop has relaunched and expanded its Body Butters lineup, with prices starting from £7.
The Olive variety of the Body Butter is particularly noted for its effectiveness against extreme dryness and itching. This product periodically disappears from shelves but is now back in stock. It can be rubbed directly into the skin or melted into a bath for those who lack the energy for manual application.
The release of Atoderm AD Intensive Baume marks a shift in how eczema and dry skin are treated. By focusing on lipid replacement rather than just surface moisturizing, Bioderma hopes to provide a more effective long-term solution for patients.
Source: The Guardian
