Landmark Global Galderma Survey Shows 9 out of 10 People Are Affected by Skin Quality Concerns

World’s most extensive skin quality profiling survey of more than 11,000 people across Europe, Asia, and the Americas finds that nine out of ten people are affected by skin quality concerns, with the most important attributes of good skin quality identified as smooth, hydrated and glowing skin1
Results show that skin quality has an impact on quality of life for 85% of people, with more than a third feeling self-conscious, insecure or anxious due to poor skin quality1
In response to clinicians’ calls for a universal assessment tool to help address these concerns, Galderma supported leading experts in the development of the Skin Quality Assessment Scale; a holistic, science-based tool to evaluate skin quality comprehensively and guide personalized, long-term treatment planning2
At Galderma, we champion skin quality by providing insights, tools, and solutions to better understand and address a wide spectrum of concerns, helping people take pride and feel comfortable in their own skin at every stage of life

ZUG, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Galderma (SWX:GALD) has unveiled results from the world’s most extensive skin quality profiling survey, finding that skin quality concerns are widespread, can impact emotional wellbeing and, while differing based on the individual, are often similar among people alike in age, lifestyle, and environment.1 These results underscore the need for effective solutions that can be tailored to a wide variety of skin quality concerns.

Key findings:1

• Nine out of ten people globally are affected by skin quality concerns, with each person experiencing an average of two concerns in the past month
• The most common concerns are fine lines and wrinkles (41%), dry skin (40%), and dull skin (37%), most frequently affecting the face
• Skin quality impacts quality of life for 85% of people, with more than one in three reporting feelings of self-consciousness, insecurity or anxiety

Skin quality refers to how the skin looks, feels and functions on a day-to-day basis, including its hydration, elasticity, smoothness, radiance, firmness and tone.2 As we age and due to external factors, such as stress, diet, sun exposure, lack of sleep, pollution, or medication-driven weight loss, the amount and quality of the three main components of the skin – hyaluronic acid, elastin and collagen – decrease, leading to a deterioration in skin quality.1,3-6 This is often influenced by geography and culture, and can be accelerated at certain life stages, such as during the menopause, because of hormonal changes.3,4,6,7 Skin quality deterioration reflects visibly across the skin, through a rough or dry texture, an uneven skin tone, or a loss of radiance or firmness.2,3

To gain a detailed understanding of how people perceive skin quality and the concerns that matter most to them, Galderma conducted a survey of more than 11,000 people across 11 countries in four continents: Canada, the United States, Brazil, China, Korea, Thailand, India, France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom. Results showed that skin quality concerns are highly prevalent and important, with nine out of ten people affected and each person experiencing an average of two concerns within the past month.1 The main concerns were fine lines and wrinkles, dry skin, and dull skin – experienced by 41%, 40% and 37% of people, respectively.1 Additionally, age spots, oily skin, decreased firmness and enlarged pores emerged as notable concerns.1 These were found to primarily affect the face, followed by the neck, legs and upper arms.1 Conversely, the most important attributes of good skin quality were smooth, hydrated and glowing skin.1