Global Galderma Survey Reveals 9 Out of 10 People Face Skin Quality Concerns

Nine out of ten people worldwide are affected by skin quality concerns, according to the largest global survey of its kind, conducted by dermatology company Galderma Financial Post. The study found that 85% of respondents said poor skin quality hurt their quality of life, and more than one in three felt self-conscious, insecure, or anxious because of it.
The most common concerns were fine lines and wrinkles (41%), dry skin (40%), and dull skin (37%), with the face being the most frequently affected area Montreal Gazette. On average, each person surveyed experienced multiple skin concerns at the same time.
Galderma's survey is described as the world's most extensive skin quality profiling study Sault Star. It gathered data from thousands of people across multiple countries. The results paint a clear picture: skin concerns are not just cosmetic. They affect how people feel about themselves every day.
The three qualities people most wanted in their skin were smooth texture, hydration, and a glowing appearance Brantford Expositor. These attributes were consistently ranked as the top markers of what people consider "good skin quality" across all regions surveyed.
The survey found that 85% of people felt less self-confident due to their skin concerns The Whig. Over a third reported feeling anxious or insecure. These numbers suggest that skin health is closely tied to mental and emotional wellbeing, not just physical appearance.
Experts say these findings are significant. Skin concerns that go unaddressed can quietly erode a person's confidence over time County Market. The data makes a strong case for treating skin quality as a serious health issue, not a vanity concern.
In response to the survey's findings, leading dermatology experts have developed a new tool called the Skin Quality Assessment Scale Mitchell Advocate. Clinicians had been calling for a universal standard to better identify and measure skin quality concerns in their patients.
The scale is designed to give doctors a consistent way to assess skin quality across different patients and skin types Recorder. Having a shared framework could help clinicians recommend more targeted and effective treatments for common concerns like dryness, dullness, and fine lines.
Galderma, listed on the Swiss Exchange under the ticker GALD, commissioned the survey as part of its broader push in the injectable aesthetics and dermatology space Fort Saskatchewan Record. The company makes products targeting exactly the concerns highlighted in the study, including wrinkles, skin texture, and hydration.
The survey results give Galderma a data-backed foundation to highlight the scale of unmet need in skin health The Observer. With nine in ten people affected, the addressable market is enormous — and the company is clearly positioning itself to meet that demand.
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