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What are emollients
Emollients are softening and moisturizing agents that create a protective barrier on the skin's surface, preventing moisture evaporation. They contain lipids, oils, and active ingredients that help restore the epidermal barrier and protect the skin from drying out.
The use of emollients is especially important for dry and sensitive skin prone to irritation. They help maintain normal hydration levels, softening the skin and eliminating discomfort. Emollients come in a variety of formats—creams, lotions, oils, balms, and gels—allowing you to choose the optimal care option for any skin type.
Emollients for atopic dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by dryness, itching, and increased sensitivity to external irritants. The main goal of care for this condition is to restore the skin's hydrolipidic barrier and reduce inflammatory reactions.
Emollients play a key role in the treatment of atopic dermatitis, as they compensate for the lack of lipids and prevent moisture evaporation. Regular use of such products helps reduce itching and irritation, strengthen the skin's protective barrier, reduce the frequency of exacerbations, and prevent the penetration of allergens and bacteria.
"Emollients are not just moisturizers, but a crucial element of skin care for atopic dermatitis. They restore the natural protective barrier, preventing irritation and moisture loss. Regular use of emollients can significantly reduce the frequency of flare-ups and improve the patient's quality of life."
— Nikolay Nikolaevich Murashkin, MD, Professor, Head of the Dermatology Department with a Laser Surgery Group.
Cerafavit emollient cream from our dry skin line is designed for the care of the face, body, and hands. It effectively softens and moisturizes the skin, eliminating dryness and irritation. Thanks to the content of ceramides, the cream restores the skin's protective barrier, preventing moisture loss and protecting against negative external factors. The product's light texture ensures rapid absorption without a sticky feeling, making it ideal for daily use. The cream is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, and can be used by both adults and children.
Emollients for children
Children's skin is much thinner and more sensitive than that of adults, so it is especially susceptible to dryness and irritation. Emollients help soften baby's skin, prevent moisture loss and create comfortable conditions for its natural development.
It is especially important to use emollients in winter, when indoor air becomes dry, and after bathing, when the skin can lose its natural protective film.
According to experts, children's emollients should have the following characteristics:
hypoallergenic composition without fragrances and dyes;
high degree of purification of components;
absence of aggressive preservatives and alcohols;
quickly absorbed texture that does not leave a sticky feeling.
How to choose an emollient for a newborn
Skin care for newborns requires special attention. During this period, baby's skin is just adapting to the environment, and a disruption of its protective functions can lead to dryness, irritation, and diaper rash.
Experts recommend choosing emollients with the purest possible composition, including:
ceramides - restore the skin barrier;
natural oils (shea, jojoba, almond) - nourish and soften the skin;
vitamin F and prebiotics - help maintain the balance of the skin microbiome.
"Emollients should be used in sufficient quantities, freely, as needed, on average 1-2 times a day. They are best applied immediately after bathing, when the skin is most receptive to moisturizing components."
— Nikolay Nikolaevich Murashkin
When choosing a product, it is important to consider that newborns can react to cosmetic components, so it is recommended to conduct a sensitivity test before first use.