Efficacy of New Skin Care Hand Cream when used by Nurses

A new skin care hand cream (KHC cream) containing a synthetic pseudo-ceramide and eucalyptus extract but no liquid oil was applied to the hands of 25 nurses in a medical facility to examine its clinical effects. One of the nurses developed a rash which disappeared after ceasing to use the KHC cream. Examination of skin appearance showed that the application of the KHC cream for three weeks improved rough skin symptoms such as dry skin and scaling/desquamation. The cream also significantly increased the moisture content of the stratum corneum. Furthermore, the results of a questionnaire given to the nurses to obtain their feedback indicated that KHC cream did not hinder their work, as there was no sticky or slimy feeling when washing the hands or when using alcohol. These results indicate that KHC cream is a highly useful hand care product that medical workers can use during their work to prevent rough skin.