Itch
Itch means an unpleasant irritation in the skin. We all experience it occasionally. We feel the need to scratch our skin and to apply cream to it permanently. Both symptoms can have diverse causes. The itch could indicate a skin disease (for example neurodermitis or psoriasis), an intolerance of certain drugs or washing-powder or an allergy. Sometimes the itch is triggered by psychological or psychosomatic conditions. In many cases, the skin „simply“ is to dry. The itch threshold of very dry skin is significantly lower than that of normal, well moisturized skin. Persons concerned suffer enormously. Permanent itch can be extremely agonizing, nerve-racking, and unbearable. Sleepless nights and restrictions in daily life may result. The endless sequence of itch and scratching draws the itch-sufferer into a vicious circle
Not quite as torturing but also very unpleasant is the taut feeling in the skin. It causes a severe uneasy feeling and increases emotional sensitivity and a thin-skinned conditon – in the truest sense of the word. Actually it is a matter of fact: Dry skin, the main cause of the taut feeling, almost always is thinner than normal skin. But also heat, cold, water, and sun exposure can cause a taut skin feeling. Taking up not enough water, an unbalanced diet, or hormonal fluctuations could also trigger skin tautness.
Fortunately, today nobody has to resign oneself to the fact of annoying itch or taut skin. A lot of active ingredients help promptly and effectively to restore skin to its balance.
One of these substance is urea. It has been produced synhetically already since 1828 and is able to soothe itch and taut skin feeling thanks to its moisturizing properties. In contrast to other moisturizers, urea is a natural component in our body being an end product of the decomposition of nitrogen compounds. The skin recognizes urea as a body-own substance facilitating optimal absorption and effectiveness. Urea does not only soothe skin tautness, it also has proved to be antibacterial in certain concentrations. Moreover, it boosts the production of linoleic acid which is important for the maintenance of a healthy skin protection barrier. Another essential advantage: Urea is free of side effecs.
Portrait Urea
INCI: Urea
CAS number: 57-13-6
Definition: crystalline, odorless and colorless solid
Solubilility: excellently in water
Melting point: 133° Celsius (decomposition)
Effect: soothes taut skin feeling and itch, moisturizes, keratolytic properties
Oat extract is rich in avenanthramides, i.e. highly effective antioxidants, protecting skin matrix against free radicals. The substances also have extraordinarily calming effects helping to reduce itch, tautness, and skin irritations. Studies have proved that avenanthramides act directly at the source of an inflammation and inhibit the release of inflammation mediators. Their histamine receptor blocking effect has been proved.
Portrait Oat extract
INCI: Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
CAS number: 84012-26-0
EINECS/ELINCS number: 281-672-4
Effect: soothes skin irritations, tautness, and itch
Microsilver has an extended surface structured like a sponge which binds and neutralizes bacterial, viral, and fungicide pathogens. In addition, silver calms irritated so that itch or taut feeling quickly fade away. Microsilver has been used successfully in the treatment of neurodermitis and psoriasis already for a long time. It is obtained physically from pure silver.
Portrait Silver
INCI: Silver
CAS number: 7440-22-4
EINECS/ELINCS number: 231-131-3
Effekt: eases itch and tautness, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antimycotic
Ceramides are components of the epidermal lipids of skin’s horny layer. They fortify skin’s protective barrier thereby preventing moisture loss which is a cause of taut skin feeling. The intact protective barrier also hinders irritating substances from penetrating into the skin and causing itch.
Ceramide NP has the stereochemical structure like human skin. The well-proven active agent is able to maintain skin’s moisture balance.
Portrait Ceramide NP
INCI: Ceramide NP
CAS number: 100403-19-8
EC number: 309-560-3
Effect: strengthens the natural lipid barrier of dry, itching, and aging skin
To soothe taut skin feeling and itch skin must be supplied with natural lipids. Almond oil is a perfect choice. It is extraordinarily gentle and can be used even for soft baby care. It is used very frequently and successfully for itch, dry, irritated skin, and neurodermitis.
Borage oil is just as effective. It supports the immune defences, has anti-inflammatory benefits and soothes itch.
Shea-butter has calming and healing effects on skin irritations. It is excellently absorbed by the skin and decreases tautness.
Avocado butter has balancing and soothing benefits. It moisturizes intensively and also is great to smooth chapped skin.
Not to forget olive oil. It softens skin immediately, releases it from tautness and moisturizes.
Itch must not be an unavoidable fate
Itching skin and annoying taut skin feeling can be controlled by an extensive range of active ingredients. They offer quick solutions and help skin to recover its well-being. Cosmacon will develop modern and innovative products specifically geared to your demands.