The εὖSKIN^® Intensive Gel is a formulation that is also suitable for use in mucosal areas. It contains Aloe vera, Cucumber, and Chamomile extracts, which imbue the gel with anti-inflammatory^1-2, antimicrobial^2-3, analgesic⁴ and refreshing capabilities.

Aloe vera has been used for centuries to treat skin injuries such as burns and eczema owing to its anti-inflammatory¹, antimicrobial⁵ and wound healing properties⁶. In a clinical study it was also revealed that Aloe vera had a delaying effect on radiation-induced dermatitis in patients who were undergoing radiotherapy.

Cucumber extract has been shown to have antioxidant and antimicrobial properties probably due to its high content of flavonoids and tannins^3-4. The extract is also rich in Vitamin C, which stimulates collagen synthesis and assists in antioxidant protection and photodamage^7-8.

Chamomile extract has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties² attributed to its constituents such as levomenol, bisaboloids, chamazulene, and flavonoids. Topical application of chamomile extract on the wound has resulted in faster reepithelialisation compared to the control group⁹ in a clinical setting.

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2. Gupta, V., et al. (2010). ‘Pharmacological potential of Matricaria recutita-A review’, Int J Pharm Sci Drug Res., 2, 12–16.
3. Mukherjee, P.K., et al. (2013). ‘Phytochemical and therapeutic potential of cucumber’, Fitoterapia, 84, 227-236.
4. Kumar, D., et al. (2010). ‘Free radical scavenging and analgesic activities of Cucumis sativus L. fruit extract’, J Young Pharm, 2(4), 365-368.
5. Sanchez, M.(2020). ‘Pharmacological update properties of Aloe vera and its major active constituents.’ Molecules, 25(6), 1324.
6. Liang, J., et al. (2021). ‘Aloe vera: A Medicinal Plant Used in Skin Wound Healing’, Tissue engineering. Part B, Reviews, 27(5), 455–474.
7. Pollar, J.M., et al. (2017). ‘The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Health’, Nutrients, 12;9(8), 866.
8. Shapiro, S,S., et al. (2001). ‘Role of vitamins in skin care’, Nutrition, 17(10), 839-844.
9. Nayak, B. S., et al. (2007). ‘Wound healing activity of Matricaria recutita L. extract’, Journal of wound care, 16(7), 298–302.