The use of hydrogen purification and mixture of cosmetics acids, and the influence on acne skin parameters: a case report.

Abstract

Background: Acne vulgaris is a common disease which causes physical and mental ailments that are associated with a significantly reduced quality of life. Contemporary cosmetology is looking for innovative and effective methods of treating acne vulgaris. The synergistic action of acids and hydrogen purification has a positive effect on the reduction of sebum secretion and thus the amount of skin eruptions. The aim of the study : To check the effectiveness of hydrogen purification treatment combined with topical acids for the treatment of acne vulgaris. Case report: The participant of this study is a 20-year-old female, struggling with acne vulgaris for 5 years. She has a problem with large sebum secretion and numerous eruptions on her skin. Before and 30 days after a series of treatments the sebum secretion was measured with Derma Unit SCC 3Courage + Khazaka electronic GmbH, which characterizes the hydrolipidic film of the skin. The severity of acne vulgaris was measured using the GAGS scale. Conclusions: There was a significant improvement in skin condition after a series of treatments. Hydrogen purification combined with phytic, pyruvic, lactic and ferulic acids 40% (pH 1.4) was found to be safe and effective.