Skin barrier films are
liquid formulations that protect the skin from mechanical or chemical injury
and are used in post ostomy/stoma surgery. Skin barrier films are also used in
the prevention of moisture-associated skin damage (MASD) which is excessive moisture
caused by incontinence, perspiration, or wound drainage.
Impact
of COVID-19 on Demand and Supply of Skin Barrier Products
The COVID-19 pandemic and
consequent lockdown in various countries across the globe have impacted the
financial status of businesses across all sectors including the private
healthcare sector. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the entire supply chain
of the healthcare industry mainly due to strict lockdown in several regions.
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the economy of various regions across the
globe in three main ways; 1) by directly affecting the production and demand;
2) by creating disruptions in distribution channels; 3) through its financial
impact on companies and financial markets. Many countries such as Thailand,
Indonesia, and Singapore are facing problems with regard to the transportation
and distribution of healthcare products.
Research
and Development Activities
The increasing number of research
and development activities by key market players is expected to aid in the
growth of the global skin
barrier products market over the forecast period. For instance, in
September 2018, a controlled, randomized, prospective, open-label study was
conducted in 21 healthy human volunteers to determine the durability of Cavilon
Advanced Skin Protectant developed by 3M, an American multinational
corporation, when applied to intact skin and compare it to three other products
used for similar clinical indications. The 3M skin protectant was found to be
more durable than the other products tested. It stayed on the skin for up to 7
days for all participants, whereas the other products had only 50% left on the
skin at that point.
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