Surveyed women report prejudice, abuse due to skin conditions

A survey of 2,000 women found that 66% reported prejudice or abuse because of skin conditions, according to a press release.

The survey by Sequaderma, a new range of active dermatology products from Pro Bono Bio, targeted women with and without skin conditions, according to the release. About 25% of respondents reported that their appearance could have a negative impact of them fitting in with society.

About 40% of women with a skin condition reported that it could impact enjoyment of life or the possibility of getting a job promotion, while 28% and 31%, respectively, of women without skin conditions said it could affect their enjoyment of life or being promoted. “Bad luck in finding love” was attributed to appearance by 45% of women with a skin condition vs. 40% of women without a skin condition.

“It is important to understand that skin conditions of any severity have an impact on lives,” Julie Van Onselen, dermatology nurse and chair of the Sequaderma Skin Health Expert Group, said in the release. “The statistics tell us that people with skin conditions, whether it be mild, moderate or severe, have to learn to accept and manage their skin on a daily basis.”

Some conditions, such as rosacea, might not present themselves until a patient reaches ages 30 to 40 years, with women affected more than men, Van Onselen said.

Fifty percent of respondents reported wishing they were less worried about a need to look good, while 40% reported self-esteem was linked to appearance, the release stated.

The Sequaderma products target skin conditions, including rosacea, atopic and hand eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, and aging and thinning skin, according to the release.

Reference: www.sequaderma.com