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It also contains gluconolactone which has skin-conditioning properties. The molecules within gluconolactone are naturally attracted to water, so when it is applied to the skin, the molecules draw moisture out of the air and allow it to be absorbed by the skin. This property means that gluconolactone helps to soften and soothe dry skin, replenish lost moisture and form a barrier on the skin, preventing further moisture loss through evaporation.
According to the manufacturers, significant improvement has been demonstrated in heavily calloused skin in as little as 3 weeks of once-daily use of Neostrata Problem Dry Skin Cream. I would agree that this is a credible claim as I personally noticed a marked improvement in my moderately dry and cracked heels within a 1-week to 10-day period, following application around the edge of my heels once a day.
Please take a look at my (non-scientific) before and after photos to see evidence of my own improvement.