Drying Out One's Skin With Creams? Study proves that emulsifiers
may damage skin!
Every day, we care for our skin with a variety
of different cosmetics and skin creams. But, without knowing it,
we may be damaging our skin in the process.
Binding Agent: Emulsifiers
 The
skin needs both fatty and water-soluble care substances. However,
fats and oils – by their very nature – cannot be mixed
with water and water-soluble substances. Conventional creams therefore
employ so-called emulsifiers. Emulsifiers can bind water and oil.
The Skin’s Own Natural Substances are Washed Out
 But
the emulsifiers introduced into the skin through creams can accumulate
in the upper layers of the skin. Studies prove that they can damage
skin in the long-term. If water is applied to the skin – e.g.
during a shower – these emulsifiers dissolve skin oils and
wash them out.
Protective Barrier Disrupted
In the long term, this leaching effect causes
the skin to lose its own natural protective substances. The skin’s
protective barrier is disrupted. There is nothing to stop the loss
of moisture from the skin. Environmental influences, such as pollutants,
can penetrate more easily. The skin becomes increasingly dry and
sensitive.
Derma-Membrane Structure Regenerates Skin
 In
order to be able to make do without emulsifiers, thus avoiding this
harmful leaching effect, scientists and dermatologists developed
a new process.
Instead of emulsifiers, some skin creams (e.g. PHYSIOGEL®,
only in pharmacies) contain high-quality skin-related membrane components.
These are modeled on the structures of the natural protective layers
of the skin.
This derma-membrane structure (DMS) enables the cream to transport
the beneficial lipids and ceramides into the deep layers of the
skin. Moisture loss is neutralized.
No Additives
 In
caring for normal skin, it is recommended that the lipid layer be
regenerated. Particularly in the case of dry and sensitive skin,
and for sufferers of neurodermatitis and psoriasis, it is advisable
to use a cream containing DMS. The cream should also be freef rom
preservatives, coloring agents, silicone, mineral oils (paraffins)
and perfumes.
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