With atopic dermatitis, the skin becomes dry and sensitive, and often suffers from unbearable itching. Atopy is caused by genetic factors and cannot be completely cured.
However, if you take care of your skin on a daily basis, the symptoms of atopy can be alleviated. In this article, I will introduce a medicated body soap that can be used by people with atopy.
- 1 About medicated (quasi-drug) body soaps
- 2 How to choose medicated (quasi-drug) body soaps and points
- 2.1 Point 1: If you are concerned about itching and rough skin, pay attention to allantoin and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate
- 2.2 Point 2: For those who are concerned about dryness and dryness, pay attention to ceramide, squalane, and hyaluronic acid
- 2.3 Point 3: If you are worried about using it for babies and children, pay attention to alcohol, preservatives, and fragrance-free products.
- 3 9 recommended body soaps that can be used by people with atopic dermatitis
- 4 Timing and points for using body soaps
- 5 Q&A about “Medicated Body Soap”
- 6 Conclusion
About medicated (quasi-drug) body soaps
Some body soaps are marked as “medicated”. “Medicated” refers to medicated cosmetics, which are included in quasi-drugs.
So, what is the difference between regular body soap and medicated body soap, and when should you use medicated body soap?
About the difference between medicinal (quasi-drug) and ordinary body soap
Under Japan’s Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Law (former Pharmaceutical Affairs Law), cosmetics are defined as “applied to the body to cleanse, beautify, increase attractiveness, improve facial features, or maintain healthy skin or hair, that are intended to be used by dispersal or similar methods.” Ordinary body soap is included in cosmetics.
On the other hand, medicinal cosmetics and quasi-drugs are
・Prevent pimples
・Prevent body odor
・Suppress melanin production and prevent spots and freckles
・Sterilization and disinfection of the skin
They contain active ingredients with the above effects.
People who recommend medicated (quasi-drugs)
There are several types of medicated body soaps:
・Body soap with antiseptic base
・Body soap based on anti-inflammatory agent
For those who are concerned about body odor, sweat odor, and acne, I recommend a medicated body soap that contains a disinfectant, and for those with atopic dermatitis, razor burn, and other rough skin, and those with sensitive skin, I recommend a medicated body soap with an anti-inflammatory agent as the main ingredient.
How to choose medicated (quasi-drug) body soaps and points
When choosing a body soap for people with atopic dermatitis or sensitive skin, it is a good idea to focus on the symptoms of the problem.
Different active ingredients are recommended for those who are concerned about itching and rough skin due to scratching, those who are concerned about dryness, and when using for babies and children with immature skin tissue.
In addition, products with moisturizing power, hypoallergenic products, and foam-type products that reduce friction on the skin are recommended because they are suitable for atopy and sensitive skin.
Point 1: If you are concerned about itching and rough skin, pay attention to allantoin and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate
Allantoin and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate are included as active ingredients in medicated body soaps. Both are ingredients in medicines.
Allantoin has anti-inflammatory properties and promotes skin repair.
Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate has been shown to have anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory and skin irritation relief effects.
Point 2: For those who are concerned about dryness and dryness, pay attention to ceramide, squalane, and hyaluronic acid
Ceramide, squalane, and hyaluronic acid are ingredients with moisturizing effects, and are included not only in medicated body soaps but also in general cosmetic body soaps.
Point 3: If you are worried about using it for babies and children, pay attention to alcohol, preservatives, and fragrance-free products.
Babies and small children have underdeveloped skin tissue and thin skin. Since body soap cleanses a large area of the body, it is best to use products that do not contain alcohol, preservatives such as parabens, and fragrances that can irritate the skin.
9 recommended body soaps that can be used by people with atopic dermatitis
From here, I will introduce recommended medicated body soaps and body soaps that focus on the ingredients. I would appreciate it if you could refer to the body soap that suits your purpose.
Recommended 3 selections for those who are concerned about itching and rough skin due to dryness
If your skin is prone to inflammation, such as itching, scratching, or rough skin, I recommend using a body soap that contains an anti-inflammatory agent.
Minon whole body shampoo foam type
A medicinal formula that moisturizes and prevents rough skin
The active ingredient glycyrrhizic acid 2K suppresses the inflammation of rough skin, and allantoin promotes the repair of skin tissue. It also contains moisturizing ingredients, making it perfect for those with itchiness due to dryness. You can wash not only your body but also your hair and scalp.
Fragrance-free, coloring-free, weakly acidic, hypoallergenic.
[Efficacy]
Cleanses the skin and prevents acne, razor burn, and rough skin. Cleanse hair and scalp. Prevents dandruff and itching. Prevents sweat odor from hair and scalp. Keeps hair and scalp healthy.
[Active ingredient]
Allantoin, dipotassium glycyrrhizinate
Curel foam body wash
Washes while protecting the skin’s moisturizing ingredient “ceramide”
The active ingredient dipotassium glycyrrhizinate suppresses skin inflammation and prevents rough skin. It also contains moisturizing ingredients, so dry skin can be moisturized and smooth after washing.
Fragrance-free, coloring-free, weakly acidic, alcohol patch tested.
[Efficacy]
Prevent rough skin. Contains an anti-inflammatory agent (active ingredient).
Cleans away sweat and dirt that can cause rough skin (mild cleansing formula).
Moisturizes and smoothes dry skin (contains moisturizing ingredients).
[Active ingredient]
Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate
Medicated Souffle Dry Skin Care Body Soap
Cares for dry skin, soothes irritation and washes
Replenishes moisturizing ingredients and washes to moist skin. Plant-derived active ingredient dipotassium glycyrrhizinate prevents rough skin and acne. Formulated with vegetable amino acid-based cleaning ingredients. Gently wash with soft, fluffy foam. Contains moisturizing ingredients such as rice bran oil, jojoba cream (hydrogenated jojoba oil), avocado oil, and benifuuki tea extract. It also gently cleanses the skin of babies over 3 months old.
Alcohol patch tested, paraben free.
[Efficacy]
Cleanses the skin and prevents acne, razor burn, and rough skin.
[Active ingredient]
Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate
Recommended 3 selections for those who are concerned about dryness
The followings are not medicated body soaps, but if you are concerned about dryness and dryness, I recommend using a body soap that contains a moisturizer.
Moisturizing helps reduce itching caused by dryness.
Yuskin sisora body shampoo
Contains moisturizing perilla leaf extract
A liquid cleanser with a soft lather that feels soft on the skin. A soft wash formula that gently cleanses sensitive skin that is sensitive to external stimuli while preserving moisture. Contains amino acid-based cleaning ingredients. Skin feels smooth after washing. Moisturizing and not taut. It can be used not only for dry skin, but also for washing sensitive scalps.
Fragrance-free, color-free, hypoallergenic.
Hadakara Increased Foaming Body Soap
For soft skin just by washing
With just one press, you can get a denser foam that fills the palm of your hand. Ingredients for fluffy foam. The foam that tends to settle while washing increases, so you can wash your whole body with plenty of foam. The moisturizing ingredients contained in the foam are firmly adsorbed on the skin with the adsorption moisturizing technology. Moisturizes the whole body with every wash.
BOTANIST Botanical Body Soap Deep Moist
For skin with a moist veil
“Botanical care ingredients” that support the three elements (moisture, oil, and water-retaining ingredients) that are important for moisturizing the skin, moisturizing care to every corner of the stratum corneum, leading to more moisturized skin. The same weakly acidic foam as human skin washes away with less burden on the skin. While removing dirt, it leaves the sebum necessary for moisturizing, leaving the skin moisturized.
Silicone-free, synthetic coloring-free.
Recommended 3 selections for those who are concerned about use by babies and children
Babies and children have thinner, less functional, and more sensitive skin than adults.
Although they are not medicated, there are body soaps for babies and kids on the market, so if you have small children, please refer to the following products.
Kewpie baby whole body foam soap moist
Additive-free and non-irritating formula for newborn babies
The soft, fine foam protects your baby’s delicate skin from moisture while washing away sweat and dirt. Easy to rinse, clean foam. You can wash your face and body.
Fragrance-free, dye-free, alcohol-free, preservative-free, mineral oil-free.
Baby soap that comes out with no additives
Foam that is gentle on baby’s skin
An additive-free foaming soap for babies that cares for soft and fragile baby skin. It is a pump type that is easy to use while holding a baby, such as when bathing. Contains solid soap ingredients with high moisturizing effect. The fine, gentle foam cleanses the skin gently.
Fragrance-free, Fragrance-free, synthetic surfactant-free, coloring-free, preservative-free.
Baby soap foam type
For delicate skin
Contains natural moisturizing ingredient glycerin. The feature is that it is moist after washing and does not feel tight. “Avocado oil”, which is hypoallergenic and has excellent moisturizing properties, is used as the raw material for the potash soap base. A lot of bubbles come out, so you can wash your baby’s whole body with one push. Recommended for those with dry or sensitive skin.
Fragrance free, synthetic surfactant free, coloring agent free, antioxidant free such as edetate (EDTA-4Na).
Timing and points for using body soaps
For those with atopic dermatitis or sensitive skin, I recommend using a body soap with anti-inflammatory and moisturizing effects on a daily basis.
Daily skin care leads to relaxation of skin symptoms. In addition to skin care with body soap, you can keep your skin in good condition by moisturizing your whole body with milky lotion after taking a bath.
Precautions when using
Insufficient washing of the body soap may cause itching and rashes.
After washing your body with body soap, rinse thoroughly with hot water until it is no longer slimy.
Are there any side effects?
Even if you use a body soap for sensitive skin, some people may experience side effects such as rashes and itchiness. In this case, it is possible that some of the ingredients in the body soap are not suitable for your skin, or that it is not washing off well.
If you experience skin irritation after using the body soap, wash your body thoroughly with warm water first. If the symptoms are severe, it is desirable to apply an over-the-counter anti-itch or to see a dermatologist as soon as possible.
Can they be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Basically, body soaps do not affect the fetus, so there is no problem using medicated body soaps such as those mentioned above.
However, there are many women whose skin quality changes and becomes sensitive during pregnancy, so be careful of symptoms such as rashes. It can be used by those who are breastfeeding, but for the sake of infants, do not leave any water behind.
Who should be careful when using them or who should not use them?
If you have had rashes or itchiness due to shampoo or face wash other than body soap in the past, there is a possibility that skin symptoms will appear again with body soap containing the same ingredients.
Also, especially if you have severely sensitive skin, be sure to check your skin for any abnormalities when using a new body soap.
Q&A about “Medicated Body Soap”
I have summarized frequently asked questions when using medicated body soap for people with atopic dermatitis or sensitive skin.
Just because it’s medicated doesn’t necessarily mean it’s more moisturizing than regular body soap.
There are the following types of body soap labeled “medicated”.
・Products intended to prevent rough skin containing anti-inflammatory agents and moisturizers
・Products intended for sterilization and disinfection that contain benzalkonium salts, triclosan, etc.
Body soaps intended for sterilization and disinfection do not necessarily have a high moisturizing effect.
Even if it is a medicated body soap, it is better to wash the scratched part separately.
It is difficult to dramatically improve the symptoms of atopic dermatitis with medicated body soap alone. To improve the symptoms of atopy, it is necessary to moisturize the skin, get enough sleep, and keep your body and surroundings clean, but it is also important to keep your body clean with a medicated body soap that contains moisturizing ingredients. element.
Also, if you have prescription medications, use them exactly as directed by your doctor.
Conclusion
In addition to the body soap introduced this time, there are various cosmetics such as shampoos, lotions, and milky lotions for sensitive skin. It is difficult to complete skin care for the whole body with just body soap, but it is very important to keep the skin clean while moisturizing and reducing redness.
If you have trouble with your skin, why don’t you review your skin care from the body soap instead of thinking that body soap is something you wash off with hot water anyway?