Several factors contribute to the well-being of legs and feet skin: an equilibrium condition affecting the skin tissues health, appearance and functionality at the same time.
From its most superficial layer – the epidermis – sophisticated biological processes help to regulate interactions with the external environment. Thus, skin is the body’s first shield protecting from harmful agents, regulating body temperature and perspiration, and allowing stimuli to be perceived, sending information to the nervous system.
Any slight alteration in this “exchange,” understood as an imbalance between the body’s needs and environmental conditions, results in physiological responses such as desquamation, redness, and itching. The occurrence of these signals can also be promoted by genetic predispositions, diseases, and other biological factors that contribute to changes in skin structure and functioning; for example, people with dermatitis may have more sensitive skin, or skin that tends to dehydrate more easily and – for this reason – to be more exposed to pathogens.
The “barrier” function: from lipids to skin immune cells
The lipid component of the outermost layers is essential for keeping the legs and feet skin healthy, protecting the body from the aggression of harmful substances and excessive water loss. A compromised lipid barrier is associated with dryness, irritative states, and skin disorders like eczematous dermatitis, as well as an increased risk of infection.
In particular, a damage to the surface barrier results in activation of the immune system in the underlying skin layers to allow tissue regeneration. Prolonged stresses, such as those caused by continuous rubbing and pressure, however, can cause an irritative reaction.
PODIDRAL® AD: exclusive moisturizing and soothing formulas with Adelmidrol
A protection and care strategy for dry and sensitive skin on legs and feet involves the use of moisturizing and nourishing formulations that can soothe and promote the functional balance of skin tissues.
PODIDRAL® line was developed to respond specifically and gently to this need, supporting the skin well-being of legs and feet step by step.
Two new formulas – PODIDRAL® AD CREAM and PODIDRAL® AD CLEANSING EMULSION – are characterized by the exclusive presence of Adelmidrol, that ensures an anti-irritative effect to keep erythema and itching under control.
In the CREAM, Hyaluronic Acid maintains an adequate degree of hydration, while the emollient properties of Urea and Squalene restore softness and elasticity to the skin. A vitamin complex with an antioxidant and normalizing effect on epidermal renewal completes the composition.
The CLEANSING EMULSION supports the CREAM action, respecting the skin physiological pH. The washing base with lipid component moisturizes and strengthens the skin barrier without altering the tissues balance, while Niacinamide and Panthenol have soothing and repairing properties. The absence of fragrances and aggressive foaming agents also reduces the risk of irritative symptoms and allergies.
