Description of Skin Hydration Levels and Allergic Contact Dermatitis in Students Using Hand Sanitizer at the Faculty of Medicine, Tarumanagara University Class of 2021

This study investigates the description of skin hydration levels and allergic contact dermatitis in students using hand sanitizers at the Faculty of Medicine, Tarumanagara University class of 2021. This research uses a descriptive approach with a cross-sectional study design. Data was collected from January to May 2024 using questionnaires and tools to measure skin hydration levels. The results showed that the majority of subjects had normal skin hydration levels, but some experienced very dry or dry conditions. As many as 19% of subjects experienced allergic contact dermatitis, with the majority being women. This condition affects the performance of hand skin, especially in hand sanitizer users.