AD Intensive Balm

Very dry to atopic skin

The 1st* balm that rebuilds eczema prone-skin barrier** with the right lipids for instant soothing and lasting life comfort
* The first at Bioderma
** Helps rebuild the skin barrier.

1 second to soothe*, Reduces the urge to scratch by 88%**
Co-developped with dermatologists
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Detailed description

ATODERM AD INTENSIVE BALM

For all the family (children older than 12 months)

Product benefits

•Instant soothing: 1 second to soothe itching sensations (1)•Protects from scratching: Reduces the itch by 88% (6)•Transforms daily life: 6 months without flare-ups (7), 3× less impact on social activities and daily life (12), -92% insomnia (13)•Shield effect against allergenic and irritating particles (pollution, cat hair, peanuts, mold, dust mites) (2) (3)

Unfragranced. Non sticky. Non greasy. Allows you to dress immediately. Very high skin tolerance. Tested under dermatological & pediatric control. Safe from birth.

Compatible with medical treatments (such as topical corticosteroids).

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Atoderm AD Intensive Balm delivers a dual immediate and long-term action by targeting both the biological causes and external triggers of atopic dermatitis.

Thanks to LIPIDACTIVE TECHNOLOGY, a biomimetic complex of 15 essential lipids identified as missing in atopic skin by lipidomic research (Cavallo et al, 2024), it instantly replenishes deficient lipids, restores hydration and reduces dryness-induced itching sensation, while TSLP-TARGET helps biologically reduce TSLP (14), a key mediator involved in nerve activation and type 2 inflammation responsible for pruritus and discomfort. In parallel, SKIN BARRIER SEALER patented technology helps to strengthen tight junctions (10), improving skin cohesion to lastingly help reduce the itching sensations linked to skin dryness, and limiting penetration of irritants and allergens. The SHIELD-EFFECT FORMULA with the SKIN BARRIER THERAPY™ patented technology forms a protective shield against environmental triggers (allergens and irritants) (2,3) and Staphylococcus aureus, reducing its proliferation as a biofilm (4). Thanks to its 100% biomimetic and biologically active oily phase made with LIPIDACTIVE technology which stimulates the natural synthesis of ceramides (9), loricrin and filaggrin (8), the formula progressively helps to rebuild the skin barrier, reduces transepidermal water loss and durably improves skin comfort, skin appearance and quality of life.

Body Body
Body and face

Apply once to twice a day to cleaned skin. Face and body. Babies, children, adults. Do not apply on oozing skin. If skin irritation persists, consult a healthcare professional. Store at room temperature.

  • Step 1 Wash your skin beforehand with a gentle cleanser.
  • Step 2 Apply AD Intensive Balm to the skin.
  • Step 3 Gently massage until absorbed.

Apply once to twice a day to cleaned skin. Face and body. Babies, children, adults. If skin irritation persists, consult a healthcare professional. Do not apply on oozing skin. Store at room temperature.

  • Step 1 Wash your skin beforehand with a gentle cleanser.
  • Step 2 Apply Atoderm AD Intensive Balm to the skin.
  • Step 3 Gently massage until absorbed.
  • Step 4 During atopic dermatitis flare-ups, apply topical corticosteroids in addition to the emollient.

If skin irritation persists, consult a healthcare professional. Do not apply to oozing skin.

  • Ecobiology

    ECOBIOLOGY, OUR UNIQUE APPROACH TO PRESERVE SKIN HEALTH LASTINGLY

    True to NAOS vision, ecobiology reproduces the skin’s natural processes to help it strengthen itself and adapt to its environment. It keeps the skin naturally strong, beautiful and healthy, in a sustainable way.

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  • French independent laboratories

    FRENCH INDEPENDENT LABORATORIES

    Designing all our products in house, in NAOS laboratories in the heart of Provence. Made in France.

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Skin prone to atopic eczema faces two major sources of discomfort: itching and tightness. These sensations are often linked to a weakened skin barrier, which is genetic in origin but aggravated by everyday factors such as hard water, cold weather, temperature changes, pollution and unsuitable skincare products. As a result, the skin becomes more vulnerable, allowing certain bacteria to proliferate, and may become irritated or even infected. Fragile skin needs more than just occasional moisturising; it needs soothing and repairing care that can be incorporated into a daily routine.

Results proven by clinical studies

1) SOOTHES IMMEDIATLY ITCHING SENSATIONS:

> 1 second to soothe (1);

2) PROTECTS FROM TRIGGERING FACTORS FROM THE VERY 1ST USE:

Shield effects againt the following triggering factors: -92% cat allergen (2), -80% pollution particles (3), -99.9% proliferation of S. aureus (4).

3) HYDRATION FOR 24H (5)

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1) LASTINGLY SOOTHES ITCHING SENSATIONS:

> Reduces the urge to scratch by 88%  (6)

> 6 months without flare-ups (7)

2) LASTINGLY STRENGTHENS THE SKIN BARRIER AGAINST TRIGGERING FACTORS:

> Reactivates the biological synthesis of key skin barrier components: 

proteins (+180% loricrin (8), +22% filaggrin (8), +250% claudin-1  (10)) and lipids (+51% ceramides (9)) ;

> Reinforces the skin barrier: -29% TEWL after 8 days(11); 


3) IMPROVES QUALITY OF LIFE

> Eczema-prone skin has 3x less impact on social activities and daily life(12)
> Sleep quality improves: -92% insomnia after 6 months (13)
> Skin regains comfort and a healthier appearance: -84% dryness (13), -76% redness (13) after 6 months

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Biomimetic complex of 15 essential lipids for atopic-prone skin (ceramides and precursor, specific fatty acids, squalane, wax esters, docosanol) designed from our pioneering lipidomic research (Cavallo et al, 2024), it helps restore the skin’s natural composition, to instantly sooth discomfort linked to skin dryness. This technology also boosts the production of key skin proteins and lastingly, helps to rebuild a strong healthy cutaneous barrier.

Bacteria naturally exist on the skin’s surface and are essential for maintaining its balance. In atopy-prone skin, an overgrowth of certain bacteria can worsen the condition. This patented technology helps reduce the adhesion of these bacteria to the skin’s surface.

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