Indicative Product Evaluation Study
Improvement of Skin Appearance and Well-Being in Atopic Dermatitis Caused By the Shower+ Application

Background

The present study investigated the effect of water-soluble natural salts on the symptoms of atopic dermatitis. Participants with acute atopic dermatitis used an applicator from the manufacturer shower+ to enrich their shower water with natural salt during ten shower sessions. Participants in the control group followed their usual shower routine without using the product. After each shower, participants rated their symptom severity and physical well-being. They also regularly documented the symptom severity by taking photographs. Finally, changes in symptom severity, physical well-being, and dermatological quality of life were assessed via pre– and postsurveys.

Prototype of the shower+ applicator and the pressed sticks of natural salt as well as he attachment to the showerfitting.

Method & Instruments

The present study investigated the effect of water-soluble natural salts on the symptoms of atopic dermatitis. Participants with acute atopic dermatitis used an applicator from the manufacturer shower+ to enrich their shower water with natural salt during ten shower sessions. Participants in the control group followed their usual shower routine without using the product. After each shower, participants rated their symptom severity and physical well-being. They also regularly documented the symptom severity by taking photographs. Finally, changes in symptom severity, physical well-being, and dermatological quality of life were assessed via pre– and postsurveys.

Illustration of the symptom profile of a test person in the experimental group depending on the time of measurement. The corresponding pictures show a skin area affected by atopic dermatitis after the first application (red), as well as after six (blue) and ten (green) applications.

Results

The results of the measuring instruments consistently indicate an improvement in subjective symptom severity and physical well-being in the temporal context of the product application. The experimental group rated the handling, tolerability, and recovery value of the application as consistently positive. The indicative findings of this study suggest a positive effect of the product application on the skin appearance. Based on the current data, the shower+ applicator can be recommended for therapy-supporting dermo-cosmetic skincare in atopic dermatitis. 

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