Need Training?
Build a solid foundation in science, formulation and product development—find out more!
Most Popular in:
Patents
Excerpt Only
Perfluoropolyethers to Prevent ICD
By: Charles Fox, Independent Consultant
Posted: May 6, 2003, from the December 2002 issue of Cosmetics & Toiletries.
Purchase This Article
- From Cosmetics & Toiletries
- December 2002 issue, pg 26
- 5 pages
Article Keywords:
- patents
Available Formats:
- Adobe PDF for download
- Printed copies mailed to you
From $9 an article
Skin and Skin Care
Perfluoropolyethers to prevent ICD: Schliemann-Willers et al. report on the efficacy of a new class of perfluoropolyethers in the prevention of irritant contact dermatitis (ICD).
ICD is one of the most relevant problems in occupational medicine. Detergents, solvents, acids, alkaline solutions, cutting oils or even plain water may lead to damage of the epidermal barrier function and cause ICD. Protective creams play an important part in the prevention of occupational contact dermatitis.
This is only an excerpt of the full article that appeared in Cosmetics & Toiletries, but you can purchase the full-text version.
