Moisturizing effectiveness of immediate compared with delayed moisturization.
Kim Han NguyenDuy Le PhamThi Thu Thao NguyenHien ChuThanh Dat NguyenDang Khoa NgoQuoc Cuong NguyenLe Thai Van ThanhPublished in: Journal of cosmetic dermatology (2022)
Tested moisturizer helped increase SCH and decrease TEWL; however, there was no difference in moisturizing effectiveness between immediate and delayed moisturizing in healthy skin. The recommendation of immediate application of moisturizers after bathing/washing should be reconsidered, and more studies are needed to establish a stronger recommendation.