What is atopic skin?
"Atopic skin concerns dry to very dry skin, with eczema flare-ups in certain circumstances. Atopic skin is skin in distress."
Dr. Coustou, Consulting Dermatologist
This type of skin is also very vulnerable to allergens, as they can easily penetrate the epidermis and come into contact with skin immune defense cells. Inflammatory reactions can then occur, causing itching and the appearance of red patches and crusts.
Causes of atopy
Atopy is often hereditary but can also be linked in some cases to environmental causes.
70% of atopic skin cases are due to gene mutations that control: the structure of the epidermis, the reactivity of the immune system, and the production of natural antimicrobial substances.
30% of atopic skin cases are related to environmental factors such as pollution, tobacco consumption, the presence of dust mites in the environment, or the widespread use of antibiotics. Repeated contact with these types of allergens makes the skin more prone to developing atopic syndrome.
A skin disease with serious consequences
In France, 2.5 million people are affected by this disease, 65% of whom are women. The prevalence has more than doubled in the last 30 years, making atopy the second most common skin disease today after acne. 9 out of 10 people affected by atopy suffer from daily itching, often lasting more than 12 hours a day.
But atopy is not just a skin disease: it also often causes deep discomfort in those affected. Thus, 2/3 of patients have disturbed sleep with difficulty falling asleep. 1 in 2 people with atopy experience anxiety and depressive disorders, which forces 41% of patients to use anxiolytics to relieve these symptoms and live better. These statistics come from the site dermatite-atopique.fr, where you can find additional information about atopy.
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A 100% organic and effective solution to soothe atopic skin
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