Desquamation: The sloughing of dead corneocytes (cells located in the epidermis that are packed with fibrous protein called Keratin) from the horny cell layer of the epidermis (stratum corneum).
BP causes mild desquamation to scaliness, peeling and cracking. The drying does not cause wrinkles. Start with the lower strength (2.5% or 5%) preparations first. The stronger strengths (5% & 10%) can be irritating.
Many of these derusting agents are irritating and maintain the redness and the desquamation. Products based on benzoic peroxide and antibiotics are used to diminish the inflammation.
Also, ensure adequate nutrition with emphasis on protein intake, since erythroderma patients lose a lot of protein through excessive desquamation and show a tendency toward hypoalbuminemia.
(Alpha Hydroxyacid) found naturally in the skin which contrasts with short chain AHA's currently in use in skin care preparations. Efficacy studies have shown Ceramide VI to have a potent ability to smooth rough skin via modulation of desquamation.
 See also: Inflammation, Acne, Body, Natural, Vitamin A
  
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