Reducing Skin Surface pH During Skin Occlusion: Changes to Skin Microbiome and Skin Parameters

Inclusion criteria

• Signed Informed Consent Form
• Male and female ≥18 and ≤80 years.
• Willingness and ability to comply with study procedures, visit schedules, and requirements.
• Intact skin on the forearms without any signs of irritation.
• Agree not to shower or use cosmetic products on the arms the day before visit 1 and during the study period.
• Agree not to engage in intense physical activity throughout the study period.

Exclusion criteria

• Have any known allergies or intolerances to one or several components of the absorbing incontinence/menstrual products.
• Have any known allergies or intolerances to one or several ingredients in cosmetic products.
• Have an ongoing skin irritation/infection on the forearms.
• Have any skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema.
• Have any tattoos on the forearms.
• Suffer from excessive sweating, hyperhidrosis.
• Have immunodeficiency or any other condition that makes participation in the clinical investigation inappropriate, as judged by investigator.
• Have an alcohol and/or drug dependency.
• Have had active sunbathing on arms latest 2 weeks prior to study.
• Have used tanning or bleaching products on arms at least 1 month before the study starts.
• Have performed hair removal on the arms 1 month prior to the study.
• Are pregnant or nursing.