Moisturizing body wash

FIGURE 28.13 Tape strips from a 48-year-old female, (a) Site of application of a commercial moisturizing body wash containing petrolatum. The appearance is typical of a person over age 40 with good skin condition. The corneocytes are closely apposed and lamellae are frequent, but the lamellae appear somewhat disorganized and amorphous/fibrous material is present between lamellae. Landmann units are nevertheless easy to find, as shown in the left intercellular space, (b) Site of application of a mild synthetic bar followed by a glycerin-based moisturizing lotion. The intercellular spaces contain amorphous and fibrous material as well as prominent wavy lamellae without a Landmann pattern. Bar =100 nm. 

Body washes are another more recent introduction into the marketplace. These products have become a mainstay in the European market and, in only a few years, have grown to be a significant fraction of the U.S. market. Body washes can be simple formulas similar to those used for Hquid handsoaps or complex 2-in-l oil-in-water emulsion, moisturizing formulations. These products contain a wide range of synthetic surfactants not typically found in bar... 

In the last decade the functions of body washes have been extended from basic cleansing to include antibacterial action, skin moisturization, deodorant properties, exfoliation, aromatherapy, delivery of emollients to soften the skin, delivery of nourishing vitamins and other ingredients, and delivery of film-formers such as chitosan to create a protective barrier between the skin and the environment. There have even been attempts to make a body wash that provides UV protection. 

For liquid hand soap, new products introduced to the market in the last decade continue to focus on superior cleaning plus antibacterial and skin moisturization benefits. Some new benefits introduced to liquid body wash products, as discussed below, have also been extended to hand soaps such as Softsoap s Aromatherapy Hand Soap by Colgate-Palmolive. Table 11.9 lists some representative liquid hand soap products on the market around the world and the benefits these products claim. 

Ohm Body Wash (U.S.) Procter Gamble Jasmine and rose extracts Cleanses skin gently and then calms it with a moisturizing recipe. For soothed and supple skin... 

Body Wash (Australia) Culver) with jojoba beads, moisturizing apricot, and soothing Swiss botanicals... 

Dove Exfoliating Body Wash (Australia) Unilever Ultrafine exfoliants (hydrated silica) Gently smoothes away dull, lifeless skin to reveal beautifully fresh, new skin. Moisturizes skin, leaving it smooth to the touch... 

Suave Naturals Body Wash (U-S.) Unilever Vitamin E, aloe vera, and natural apricot exfoliants (apricot seed powder) Gently cleanses and smoothes skin. Helps restore natural moisture while gently exfoliating to remove rough, dull surface cells and reveal the healthier skin below... 

Jergens Skin Firming Body Wash (U.S. and Canada) Hergens Seaweed extract and essential moisturizers Tightens and tones uneven skin... 

Shampoos, body washes, and moisturizers are all easily absorbed through the scalp and skin, so avoid using products that contain synthetic perfumes, colors, and preservatives on your children s skin. You should also avoid using harsh detergents and cleaning products, which can contaminate the air and surfaces in the home. 

Uses Botanical, antimicrobial, smoothing agent in cosmetics, body washes, body lotions, body treatments, cleansers, toners, facial moisturizers, face treatments, makeup foundations... 

Chem. Descrip. Potassium coco-hydrolyzed collagen and sorbitol Uses Foaming agent, surfactant, counter-irritant in shampoos, conditioners, hair treatments, hair styling, body washes, body lotions, body treatments, cleansers, toners, facial moisturizers, face treatments, makeup foundations, mascara, lipstick, colored cosmetics Features Mild Pmperties Liq. 70% act. 

Uses Skin-feel enhancer, vise, builder, emulsifier, moisturizer for hair rinses and shampoos, fadal cleansers, creams and lotions, body washes RegiMory Australia AlCS, Canada DSL, Europe EINECS, Japan (cosmetic use only), Korea ECL, China lECSC, Philippines PICCS listed Properties Flake m.p. 70 C Toxiedogy TSCA listed Environmental Ultimately biodeg. 

Uses Surfactant intennediate te make anionic cocoyl isethionate for cosmetic moisturizing bar soaps and body washes emulsifier for shampoos and bubble baths... 

In the same way our bridal pair, Apollo and Diana, are arrayed in splendid attire, and their heads and bodies are washed with various kinds of water, some strong, some weak, but not one of them exactly like another, and each designed for its own special purpose. Know that when the moisture of the earth ascends in the form of a vapour, it is condensed in the upper regions, and precipitated to the earth by its own... 

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