Cuidado para peles sensíveis: o uso racional de produtos cosméticos.

Abstract

The skin is capable of presenting specific hypersensitivity to various stimuli, which may be associated with dermatological conditions, such as: rosacea, melasma, atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. These conditions cause discomfort in the majority of affected individuals, making it extremely important to use correct cosmetic products to improve the clinical condition, since individuals with sensitive skin are more prone to adverse reactions triggered by the application of topical products, especially , due to inappropriate use. That said, this work aims to identify the consequence of the irrational use of cosmetic products in sensitive skin syndrome and provide individualized cosmetic prescriptions to help improve the clinical condition in a safe and effective way. To this end, an integrative review of the literature was carried out using the databases Periódicos CAPES, Pubmed and Scienc Direct, carrying out an advanced search with the Boolean operator “e”, having as the first descriptor: sensitive skin, psoriasis, rosacea, melasma or atopic dermatitis, combined with the second descriptor: skin care, cosmetic products, assessment of skin hydration, reduction of flaking or improvement of elasticity. 35 scientific articles were found considered following the specifications contained in the inclusion criteria. Even so, a screening and analysis of the labels of skin care products for sensitive skin was carried out, observing the active ingredients present and selecting the products according to the established inclusion criteria. It can be observed that influencers present on social media significantly influence consumers' purchasing decisions, and it is important to highlight that although some of these influences bring benefits, they are exposing consumers to risks, especially individuals with sensitive skin who are more at risk. allergen exposure. Thus, several substances present in the composition of cosmetic products, mainly surfactants, fragrances and preservatives, can cause manifestations of allergic reactions and/or adverse reactions, such as contact dermatitis and recurrence of symptoms characteristic of sensitive skin. Furthermore, it was observed that active ingredients such as: allantoin, panthenol, glycerin, niacinamide, vitamin E, tranexamic acid, jojoba oil, hyaluronic acid, Centella asiatica extract, dimethicone, salicylic acid and Aloe vera are present in most of the selected formulations and They have great benefits for sensitized skin. However, the work seeks to disseminate the importance of sensitive skin care, through the rational use of cosmetic products, since the performance of the qualified professional prescriber combined with consumer needs will promote the rational use of cosmetic products through individualized cosmetic prescription. . In this way, cosmetic prescriptions were created, selecting products according to their composition to meet and promote care by reducing exposure to risks, such as the manifestation of allergic reactions and worsening of skin sensitization.