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Dermalytic: Trial

Name: Dermalytic: Trial
Brand: DermExcel™
SKU: DHP-DERML05
Price: 31.00 ZAR
Availability: InStock

4.9 / 5.0 from 464 reviews

Ingrown hair

Body Acne

Keratosis Pilaris

Rough Skin

cracked heels

A potent and clinically formulated ointment that effectively treats calloused, rough, and dry skin. It's more than a standard moisturizer; it exfoliates dead skin cells and replenishes moisture. The product creates an optimal environment for skin health, leading to a smoother complexion.

Key ingredients include 10% Glycolic acid for exfoliation, 10% Lactic acid for removing dead cells, and 20% Urea for lasting hydration. Its "cream-ointment" base balances efficacy and application comfort. Dermalytic's medical-grade formula and scientific skincare approach visibly improve skin texture, giving users a renewed sense of confidence and comfort.

Note: Dermalytic is too potent for facial use.

Glycolic acid

Glycolic acid is highly acclaimed for its remarkable exfoliating and rejuvenating properties. Its small molecular size enables deep skin penetration, fostering efficient exfoliation at the cellular level.

Glycolic acid’s water solubility allows it to penetrate the upper layers of the skin easily. Its primary mechanism of action involves weakening the bonds between dead skin cells, promoting their shedding, and revealing the newer, healthier skin beneath. This process of accelerated cell turnover is instrumental in addressing a range of skin concerns, from aging signs like fine lines and wrinkles to texture irregularities and hyperpigmentation.

Glycolic acid's efficacy extends beyond mere exfoliation. It's also recognized for stimulating collagen production, a crucial protein in maintaining skin's elasticity and firmness. This aspect contributes to its anti-aging benefits. Furthermore, its hydrating properties add to its appeal, as they help increase the skin's capacity to retain moisture, leading to a more supple and vibrant complexion.

Clinical studies have consistently supported glycolic acid's role in improving skin appearance. Research indicates significant improvements in skin texture and pigmentation and the visible reduction of wrinkles and fine lines with glycolic acid.

Physiological Effects

Exfoliation: Glycolic acid is a powerful exfoliant. It dissolves the bonds between dead skin cells on the skin’s surface, facilitating their removal and revealing newer, healthier skin underneath.
Increased Collagen Production: It stimulates collagen production, which is essential for skin elasticity and firmness. This action helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Enhanced Skin Hydration: Glycolic acid improves the skin's ability to retain moisture, enhancing hydration and a more plump, vibrant skin appearance.
Skin Brightening: Removing dead skin cells can brighten the complexion and reduce the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
Improved Skin Texture: Regular use of glycolic acid can lead to smoother, more even textured skin, making it beneficial for conditions like keratosis pilaris.
Acne Treatment: Its exfoliating properties help in unclogging pores, thereby reducing the occurrence of acne breakouts.

Role in Managing Dermatological Conditions

Aging Skin: Glycolic acid is widely used in anti-aging products to reduce signs of aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots.
Acne-Prone Skin: It helps manage acne by exfoliating the skin and removing blockage from pores.
Hyperpigmentation: It effectively treats hyperpigmentation by accelerating the removal of hyperpigmented skin cells.
Textural Irregularities: Glycolic acid can improve skin texture and is beneficial for treating keratosis pilaris and other conditions of rough skin.
Sun-Damaged Skin: It helps rejuvenate sun-damaged skin by accelerating cell turnover and collagen synthesis.

References

Bernstein, E. F. (2001). Glycolic acid treatment increases type I collagen mRNA and hyaluronic acid content of human skin. Dermatologic Surgery.
Kornhauser, A., Coelho, S. G., & Hearing, V. J. (2010). Applications of hydroxy acids: classification, mechanisms, and photoactivity. Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology.
Sharad, J. (2013). Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current review. Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology.
Smith, W. P. (1996). Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acid. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 35(3), 388-391.

Urea

Urea, a naturally occurring compound in the skin, is widely recognized in dermatology and skin care for its hydrating and keratolytic properties. It is a component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF) and is crucial in maintaining skin hydration and barrier function.

In skin care, urea is valued for its dual action: it acts as a humectant, drawing moisture into the skin, and as a keratolytic agent, helping to break down the protein bonds between dead skin cells, leading to smoother and softer skin. This makes it particularly effective in treating dry, rough, and scaly skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and ichthyosis.

Additionally, urea has been shown to have antimicrobial properties and can aid in skin barrier repair, further underscoring its utility in treating various skin conditions.

Physiological Effects

Hydration: Urea is a potent humectant, meaning it draws moisture into the skin, significantly improving hydration and maintaining skin moisture balance.
Keratolytic Action: Urea has keratolytic properties, helping to break down the bonds between dead skin cells and aiding in the exfoliation of the skin's surface.
Skin Barrier Function: Urea enhances the skin's barrier function, helping to prevent moisture loss and protect the skin from external irritants.
Soothing Effect: It soothes dry, itchy, and irritated skin, providing relief from various skin conditions.

Role in Managing Dermatological Conditions

Dry Skin (Xerosis): Urea is a key ingredient in many moisturizers for treating dry skin due to its excellent hydrating properties.
Eczema and Psoriasis: It helps manage symptoms like dryness, scaling, and itching in eczema and psoriasis.
Ichthyosis and Keratosis Pilaris: The keratolytic action of urea makes it effective in conditions characterized by excessive skin scaling, such as ichthyosis and keratosis pilaris.
Cracked Heels and Calluses: Urea-based creams effectively soften and reduce thickened skin on heels and calluses.
Aging Skin: It can improve skin texture and hydration in aging skin.

References

Lodén, M. (2003). Role of topical emollients and moisturizers in the treatment of dry skin barrier disorders. American Journal of Clinical Dermatology.
Pan, M., et al. (2013). Efficacy of topical urea in the treatment of xerosis. American Journal of Clinical Dermatology.
Fluhr, J. W., et al. (2008). Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions. British Journal of Dermatology.
Grether-Beck, S., Felsner, I., Brenden, H., Kohne, Z., Majora, M., Marini, A., ... & Krutmann, J. (2012). Urea uptake enhances barrier function and antimicrobial defense in humans by regulating epidermal gene expression. Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 132(6), 1561-1572.

Lactic acid

Lactic acid, a member of the alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) family, is a well-regarded ingredient in the field of dermatology and skincare for its exfoliating and moisturizing properties. Naturally occurring in sour milk and other fermented products, lactic acid is also produced in the human body and plays a role in various metabolic processes.

In skincare, lactic acid is primarily known for its ability to exfoliate the skin gently. By breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together on the skin's surface, lactic acid helps to promote the shedding of these cells, revealing fresher, brighter skin underneath. This exfoliation process improves skin texture and tone and stimulates cell renewal.

One key advantage of lactic acid over other AHAs is its moisturizing capability. Lactic acid helps increase the skin's natural moisturizing factors (NMF), essential for keeping the skin hydrated. Its unique ability to draw moisture into the skin is particularly beneficial for treating dry and dehydrated skin conditions.

Physiological Effects

Exfoliation: A gentle exfoliant that removes dead skin cells from the skin's surface, promoting smooth skin.
Moisture Retention: It is a humectant that helps the skin retain moisture, improving hydration and reducing dryness.
Collagen Stimulation: Lactic acid can stimulate collagen production in the deeper layers of the skin, aiding in skin firmness and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Skin Brightening: It helps lighten dark spots and even out skin tone, effectively treating hyperpigmentation.
pH Balancing: Lactic acid can help balance the skin's natural pH levels, which is beneficial for maintaining a healthy skin barrier.

Role in Managing Dermatological Conditions

Aging Skin: Lactic acid's collagen-stimulating and exfoliating properties make it effective in anti-aging treatments, reducing signs of aging like wrinkles and age spots.
Acne-Prone Skin: By unclogging pores and removing dead skin cells, lactic acid can help reduce acne breakouts.
Dry Skin (Xerosis): Its humectant properties are beneficial in hydrating and relieving dry skin.
Hyperpigmentation: Lactic acid treats hyperpigmentation issues, including melasma and sun damage.
Keratosis Pilaris: It can help manage keratosis pilaris by exfoliating the excess keratin that blocks hair follicles.

References

Smith, W. P. (1996). Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acid. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Kornhauser, A., Coelho, S. G., & Hearing, V. J. (2010). Applications of hydroxy acids: classification, mechanisms, and photoactivity. Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology.
Stiller, M. J., et al. (1996). Topical 8% glycolic acid and 8% L-lactic acid creams for the treatment of photodamaged skin. A double-blind vehicle-controlled clinical trial. Archives of Dermatology.
Rawlings, A. V., Davies, A., Carlomusto, M., Pillai, S., Zhang, K., Kosturko, R., ... & Watson, D. (1996). Effect of lactic acid isomers on keratinocyte ceramide synthesis, stratum corneum lipid levels and stratum corneum barrier function. Archives of Dermatological Research, 288(7), 383-390.

USE DURING PREGNANCY

Dermalytic: Trial is safe to use during pregnancy.

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Corns and Calluses: These are thick, hardened layers of skin that develop when your skin tries to protect itself against friction and pressure. Dermalytic softens and exfoliates thickened skin areas, commonly found on hands and feet.
Dry Skin (Xerosis): Restore moisture to dry skin and improve its texture and appearance.
Keratosis Pilaris: Manage this condition, characterized by rough, small bumps on the skin.
Ichthyosis vulgaris: A genetic skin disorder causing dry, scaly skin—the keratolytic properties of Dermalytic help to alleviate the symptoms.
Psoriasis: A chronic skin condition that causes cells to build up rapidly on the surface of the skin, forming scales and red patches that are sometimes painful. Dermalytic's keratolytic properties help to soften and remove these scales.
Actinic keratosis: A rough, scaly patch on the skin that develops from years of exposure to the sun. The exfoliating and moisturizing action of Dermalytic is beneficial in managing this condition.
Rough skin and uneven skin tone: Stimulates cellular turnover, improving skin texture and even skin tone.
Aging and sun-damaged skin: Exfoliate and stimulate new skin cell production and collagen synthesis.
Shaving Bumps and Ingrown Hair on the Body: Soothe shaving bumps and prevent ingrown hairs by exfoliating the skin and preventing pore clogging.

Active ingredients

Glycolic acid

Exfoliation: A gentle exfoliant that removes dead skin cells from the skin's surface, promoting smooth skin.
Moisture Retention: It is a humectant that helps the skin retain moisture, improving hydration and reducing dryness.
Collagen Stimulation: Lactic acid can stimulate collagen production in the deeper layers of the skin, aiding in skin firmness and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Skin Brightening: It helps lighten dark spots and even out skin tone, effectively treating hyperpigmentation.
pH Balancing: Lactic acid can help balance the skin's natural pH levels, which is beneficial for maintaining a healthy skin barrier.

Aging Skin: Lactic acid's collagen-stimulating and exfoliating properties make it effective in anti-aging treatments, reducing signs of aging like wrinkles and age spots.
Acne-Prone Skin: By unclogging pores and removing dead skin cells, lactic acid can help reduce acne breakouts.
Dry Skin (Xerosis): Its humectant properties are beneficial in hydrating and relieving dry skin.
Hyperpigmentation: Lactic acid treats hyperpigmentation issues, including melasma and sun damage.
Keratosis Pilaris: It can help manage keratosis pilaris by exfoliating the excess keratin that blocks hair follicles.

Smith, W. P. (1996). Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acid. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Kornhauser, A., Coelho, S. G., & Hearing, V. J. (2010). Applications of hydroxy acids: classification, mechanisms, and photoactivity. Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology.
Stiller, M. J., et al. (1996). Topical 8% glycolic acid and 8% L-lactic acid creams for the treatment of photodamaged skin. A double-blind vehicle-controlled clinical trial. Archives of Dermatology.
Rawlings, A. V., Davies, A., Carlomusto, M., Pillai, S., Zhang, K., Kosturko, R., ... & Watson, D. (1996). Effect of lactic acid isomers on keratinocyte ceramide synthesis, stratum corneum lipid levels and stratum corneum barrier function. Archives of Dermatological Research, 288(7), 383-390.

Urea

Exfoliation: A gentle exfoliant that removes dead skin cells from the skin's surface, promoting smooth skin.
Moisture Retention: It is a humectant that helps the skin retain moisture, improving hydration and reducing dryness.
Collagen Stimulation: Lactic acid can stimulate collagen production in the deeper layers of the skin, aiding in skin firmness and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Skin Brightening: It helps lighten dark spots and even out skin tone, effectively treating hyperpigmentation.
pH Balancing: Lactic acid can help balance the skin's natural pH levels, which is beneficial for maintaining a healthy skin barrier.

Aging Skin: Lactic acid's collagen-stimulating and exfoliating properties make it effective in anti-aging treatments, reducing signs of aging like wrinkles and age spots.
Acne-Prone Skin: By unclogging pores and removing dead skin cells, lactic acid can help reduce acne breakouts.
Dry Skin (Xerosis): Its humectant properties are beneficial in hydrating and relieving dry skin.
Hyperpigmentation: Lactic acid treats hyperpigmentation issues, including melasma and sun damage.
Keratosis Pilaris: It can help manage keratosis pilaris by exfoliating the excess keratin that blocks hair follicles.

Smith, W. P. (1996). Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acid. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Kornhauser, A., Coelho, S. G., & Hearing, V. J. (2010). Applications of hydroxy acids: classification, mechanisms, and photoactivity. Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology.
Stiller, M. J., et al. (1996). Topical 8% glycolic acid and 8% L-lactic acid creams for the treatment of photodamaged skin. A double-blind vehicle-controlled clinical trial. Archives of Dermatology.
Rawlings, A. V., Davies, A., Carlomusto, M., Pillai, S., Zhang, K., Kosturko, R., ... & Watson, D. (1996). Effect of lactic acid isomers on keratinocyte ceramide synthesis, stratum corneum lipid levels and stratum corneum barrier function. Archives of Dermatological Research, 288(7), 383-390.

Lactic acid

Exfoliation: A gentle exfoliant that removes dead skin cells from the skin's surface, promoting smooth skin.
Moisture Retention: It is a humectant that helps the skin retain moisture, improving hydration and reducing dryness.
Collagen Stimulation: Lactic acid can stimulate collagen production in the deeper layers of the skin, aiding in skin firmness and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Skin Brightening: It helps lighten dark spots and even out skin tone, effectively treating hyperpigmentation.
pH Balancing: Lactic acid can help balance the skin's natural pH levels, which is beneficial for maintaining a healthy skin barrier.

Aging Skin: Lactic acid's collagen-stimulating and exfoliating properties make it effective in anti-aging treatments, reducing signs of aging like wrinkles and age spots.
Acne-Prone Skin: By unclogging pores and removing dead skin cells, lactic acid can help reduce acne breakouts.
Dry Skin (Xerosis): Its humectant properties are beneficial in hydrating and relieving dry skin.
Hyperpigmentation: Lactic acid treats hyperpigmentation issues, including melasma and sun damage.
Keratosis Pilaris: It can help manage keratosis pilaris by exfoliating the excess keratin that blocks hair follicles.

Smith, W. P. (1996). Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acid. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Kornhauser, A., Coelho, S. G., & Hearing, V. J. (2010). Applications of hydroxy acids: classification, mechanisms, and photoactivity. Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology.
Stiller, M. J., et al. (1996). Topical 8% glycolic acid and 8% L-lactic acid creams for the treatment of photodamaged skin. A double-blind vehicle-controlled clinical trial. Archives of Dermatology.
Rawlings, A. V., Davies, A., Carlomusto, M., Pillai, S., Zhang, K., Kosturko, R., ... & Watson, D. (1996). Effect of lactic acid isomers on keratinocyte ceramide synthesis, stratum corneum lipid levels and stratum corneum barrier function. Archives of Dermatological Research, 288(7), 383-390.

Full ingredient list

Aqua, Urea, Lactic acid, Petroleum jelly, Cetearyl alcohol, PEG 20 Stearate, Mineral oil, Glycerin, Lanolin, Glycolic acid, Vitamin E, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin

Evening

Application time: Evening.
Frequency: Depends on the treatment area. Refer to the below instructions.

Areas with Body Acne

Back and Chest

Start by applying twice weekly.
Slowly increase the frequency of use as tolerated by your skin.

Areas with ingrown hair bumps

Legs, bikini-line, neck etc.

Start by applying twice weekly.
Slowly increase the frequency of use as tolerated by your skin.
For the bikini-line: Apply a minimal amount, and observe how your skin reacts before increasing frequency of use.

Areas with dry, cracked, or hardened skin

Heels, Elbows, and Knees

Apply Dermalytic every evening as tolerated by your skin.
Wear heel guards to cover the area for at least an hour or overnight.

Important note

Do not apply Dermalytic on your face. Dermalytic is too potent for facial use.
Always apply SPF 30 or above during the day to areas not covered by your clothes.