Change of epidermal barrier parameters and biomechanical parameters of the skin in children with atopic dermatitis during the use of a lipid-restoring cream containing biotic complex

Emollients are an integral part of the therapy for patients with atopic dermatitis. The most effective will be the new generation of emollients – emollients plus, which normalize the skin microbiome. Their effectiveness can be assessed by determining the parameters of the epidermal barrier (hydratation, sebum level, pH) and skin elasticity.

Objectives. To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of a lipid-restoring cream containing a biotic complex LE SANTI in children with atopic dermatitis.

Material and methods. From August to December, 25 children (9 girls, 36 % and 16 boys, 64 %) aged from 3 to 17 years (average age 9.2 years) with atopic dermatitis participated in an observational program to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of a lipid-restoring cream LE SANTI. For 21 days, patients applied the cream twice a day, they had 6 visits, during which was collected their medical history, adverse events, physical examination, determined indicators of the epidermal barrier (hydratation, sebum content, pH), biomechanical characteristics (skin elasticity), and also severity of disease (SCORAD) and quality of life (CDLQI). At visit 6, patients were assessed for satisfaction with the use of the cream.

Results. All participants of the observation program completed their participation on time. As part of the observational program, there was an increase in skin hydration and sebum level by 3 and 3.5 times, respectively, pH level turned to the acidic values by 18%, an increase in elasticity by 30%, a decrease in SCORAD and CDLQI indices by 1.9 times or more 3 times respectively. The patients did not experience any adverse events; the satisfaction rating from the use of the cream was 4.78/5.

Conclusions. Lipid-restoring cream LE SANTI can be recommended for inclusion in the treatment regimen for atopic dermatitis as a basic external agent that meets all the requirements for effectiveness and safety for children with atopic dermatitis, as well as basic care during remission.

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