MODERN COSMETIC PRODUCT FOR ACNE THERAPY IN CHILDREN

Abstract

The article presents a clinical trial indicating efficacy and safety of a new cosmetic product – topical antiseptic – as monotherapy and in combination therapy with benzoyl peroxide and topical retinoid adapalene for acne treatment in children and adolescents of 8-18 years of age. The trial revealed high anti-inflammatory and antibacterial activity and an almost complete absence of systemic and local side effects; this makes use of this topical antiseptic preferable and advisable for pediatric practice.

Keywords

• acne
• children
• adolescents
• efficacy
• safety
• topical antiseptic