Management of Dry and Dehydrated Skin and Effect of Optimal Hydration Range: A Survey on Indian Dermatologists’ and Cosmetologists’ Insights and Patient Experiences

Background: Skin dryness often arises due to high Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL), reduced water content in the stratum corneum and diminished lipids. Hydration-based moisturizers have shown effectiveness in addressing skin barrier dysfunction and enhancing hydration. Methods: A questionnaire-based study was conducted as part of a survey series on multiple dermatology products across India. Every month, a product-specific survey link was released to Healthcare Professionals (HCPs), particularly dermatologists, cosmetologists and pediatricians. This survey recorded the perspectives of 227 HCPs and the experiences of 1195 patients with the use of Optimal Hydration (OH) range as a treatment option for the management of dry and dehydrated skin. Results: HCPs reported that most patients who visited them experienced dry and dehydrated skin (89.29%). Medical conditions such as atopic dermatitis/ichthyosis/ psoriasis and exposure to harsh chemicals were major causes of dry skin in most individuals. HCPs emphasized the essential role of moisturizers, particularly gentle and fragrance-free variants, in managing dry skin in most patients. HCPs preferred hydration-based moisturizers in the skincare regimen of patients with dry, dehydrated skin as these are light-weight and are compatible with various skincare regimens. Both HCPs and patients reported that the Optimal Hydration (OH) range had excellent effectiveness (46.22% and 50.51%, respectively) and excellent tolerability (48.47% and 49.78%, respectively). Moreover, most patients (90.53%) reported overall satisfaction with the use of the product. Conclusion: The study findings support the use of personalized skincare regimens, including hydration-based moisturizers, such as Optimal Hydration (OH) range, to enhance outcomes in patients with dry, dehydrated skin. Evaluation of effectiveness, safety and overall patient satisfaction with Optimal Hydration (OH) range further confirms the value of this hydration-based moisturizer range as a reliable treatment option in clinical practice for managing dry and dehydrated skin. Background: Skin dryness often arises due to high Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL), reduced water content in the stratum corneum and diminished lipids. Hydration-based moisturizers have shown effectiveness in addressing skin barrier dysfunction and enhancing hydration. Methods: A questionnaire-based study was conducted as part of a survey series on multiple dermatology products across India. Every month, a product-specific survey link was released to Healthcare Professionals (HCPs), particularly dermatologists, cosmetologists and pediatricians. This survey recorded the perspectives of 227 HCPs and the experiences of 1195 patients with the use of Optimal Hydration (OH) range as a treatment option for the management of dry and dehydrated skin. Results: HCPs reported that most patients who visited them experienced dry and dehydrated skin (89.29%). Medical conditions such as atopic dermatitis/ichthyosis/ psoriasis and exposure to harsh chemicals were major causes of dry skin in most individuals. HCPs emphasized the essential role of moisturizers, particularly gentle and fragrance-free variants, in managing dry skin in most patients. HCPs preferred hydration-based moisturizers in the skincare regimen of patients with dry, dehydrated skin as these are light-weight and are compatible with various skincare regimens. Both HCPs and patients reported that the Optimal Hydration (OH) range had excellent effectiveness (46.22% and 50.51%, respectively) and excellent tolerability (48.47% and 49.78%, respectively). Moreover, most patients (90.53%) reported overall satisfaction with the use of the product. Conclusion: The study findings support the use of personalized skincare regimens, including hydration-based moisturizers, such as Optimal Hydration (OH) range, to enhance outcomes in patients with dry, dehydrated skin. Evaluation of effectiveness, safety and overall patient satisfaction with Optimal Hydration (OH) range further confirms the value of this hydration-based moisturizer range as a reliable treatment option in clinical practice for managing dry and dehydrated skin.