Elevated Skin pH Is Associated With an Increased Permeability to Synthetic Urine

CONCLUSION: Permeability of the skin to irritants is influenced by the status of the skin and its acid mantle. These highlight the need to reevaluate the frequency of cleansing activities, along with the choice of product in clinical settings, favoring the use of pH-balanced cleansers.
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - Category: Nursing Tags: Continence Care Source Type: research