Universal Journal of Public Health Vol. 11(2), pp. 185 - 204
DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2023.110201
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Trends in Dermocosmetics Use among the Albanian Population during the Period 2019-2020

Eftiola Pojani ^1,*, Silvi Bozo ², Ervisa Sado ³, Irsida Mehmeti ⁴, Elena Capparelli ^2
1 Department of the Chemical-Toxicological and Pharmacological Evaluation of Drugs, Faculty of Pharmacy, Catholic University “Our Lady of Good Counsel”, Tirana, Albania
² Department of Chemical-Pharmaceutical and Biomolecular Technologies, Faculty of Pharmacy, Catholic University “Our Lady of Good Counsel”, Tirana, Albania
³ Pharmacist, Parapharmacy ÈQUI, Bolzano, Italy
⁴ Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Catholic University “Our Lady of Good Counsel”, Tirana, Albania

ABSTRACT

The evolving role of dermocosmetics in skincare has changed people's approach toward skin physiology and pathology. The proper choice of dermocosmetics is crucial in the control and prevention of many skin diseases. In this study, we aim to report the consumption levels of different dermocosmetics from community and hospital pharmacies that operate in the Albanian territory. Methods: We analyzed the frequency of purchase orders for dermocosmetics, from Pharma One Shpk, a pharmaceutical distributor based in Tirana. Data were obtained from different pharmacies in the period from 1 January 2019 up to 31 December 2020. Results: It was observed a high interest in dermocosmetics throughout the Albanian territory. Precisely, in the southern part of Albania, during 2019, Dexeryl Cream 250 g (Pierre Fabre), was one of the most purchased products (12.6%). During the same year, in Tirana, the most required preparation was Belosalic ointment (Belupo) (40.7%). In 2020, the purchase frequency order for Cicabio Cream (Bioderma), increased in Durrës compared to a year before. Sensibio DS+ Cream 40 ml (Bioderma) and Sensibio AR Cream 40ml (Bioderma) were widely requested by the pharmacies in both 2019 and 2020. Meanwhile, Silsen Acne Skin Cream 75 ml (Unipharma) was one of the least ordered products in 2019 and 2020. Conclusions: Analyzing the frequency of purchased orders, it is evident that dermocosmetic products are widely required in Albania. Currently, efforts are made to identify possible pathologies connected to visual appearance, which could be a big step in the direction of early diagnosis.

KEYWORDS
Dermocosmetics, Trend, Sensitivity, Albanian Territory, Skin Disease, Pharmacies

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(a). IEEE Format:
[1] Eftiola Pojani , Silvi Bozo , Ervisa Sado , Irsida Mehmeti , Elena Capparelli , "Trends in Dermocosmetics Use among the Albanian Population during the Period 2019-2020," Universal Journal of Public Health, Vol. 11, No. 2, pp. 185 - 204, 2023. DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2023.110201.

(b). APA Format:
Eftiola Pojani , Silvi Bozo , Ervisa Sado , Irsida Mehmeti , Elena Capparelli (2023). Trends in Dermocosmetics Use among the Albanian Population during the Period 2019-2020. Universal Journal of Public Health, 11(2), 185 - 204. DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2023.110201.