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Cleansers, Moisturizers, and Talcs: Patterns of Use Among Children of Low Socioeconomic Level
Author(s) -
PalaciosLopez Carolina G.,
TamayoSánchez Lourdes,
DuránMcKinster Carola,
OrozcoCovarrubias Ma. de la Luz,
RuizMaldonado Ramón
Publication year - 1998
Publication title -
pediatric dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.542
H-Index - 73
eISSN - 1525-1470
pISSN - 0736-8046
DOI - 10.1111/j.1525-1470.1998.tb01299.x
Subject(s) - medicine , socioeconomic status , atopic dermatitis , cosmetics , talc , dermatology , environmental health , pediatrics , population , materials science , pathology , composite material
The use of cosmetics (cleansers, moisturizers, and talcs) was investigated in 200 infants and children of low socioeconomic level with and without skin disease. For children with atopic dermatitis, mothers preferred to use unscented soap. Lubricating or hydrating creams were widely used in children without skin disease. Talc and mineral oil were significantly more frequently used in infants than in children. Both of these products are potentially harmful and represent an unnecessary expense for families with a survival‐level budget. Dermatologists should discourage their use.