Aesthetic Dermatology
Aesthetic Dermatology Update
Acid series: Lactic acid
One of the most commonly used organic acids used on the skin, lactic acid, has been used for over 3 decades.
Cosmeceutical Critique
Vetiver: More than a pleasant aroma?
An important ingredient in the contemporary perfume and cosmetics industries, vetiver, is the only grass cultivated throughout the world to retain...
Conference Coverage
Eurocentric standards of beauty are no longer dominant, experts agree
Four dermatologists tracking standards of beauty in ethnic groups agree that tastes and perceptions have changed.
From the Journals
Hair regrowth stimulated by microneedle patch in preclinical study
Though the idea is not yet ready to be tried on people, it represents an inventive step forward in addressing a common problem.
From the Journals
Study finds most adverse events from microneedling are minimal
The majority of adverse events following microneedling are transient and resolve on their own.
Cosmeceutical Critique
Exsanguinating the truth about dragon’s blood in cosmeceuticals
Dragon’s blood resin is one of the many botanical agents with roots in traditional medicine that are among the bioactive ingredients used in the...
Aesthetic Dermatology Update
Graying of hair: Could it be reversed?
The graying correlated with stress was also reversible, “at least temporarily.”
Cosmeceutical Critique
Synthetic snake venom to the rescue? Potential uses in skin health and rejuvenation
The peptides and the small proteins found in snake venoms are known to confer a wide range of biologic activities,...
Aesthetic Dermatology Update
Understanding the alpha hydroxy acids: Glycolic acid
Overuse of glycolic acid among consumers has increased the incidence of skin reactions and hyperpigmentation.
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Toxic chemicals found in many cosmetics
Many of these chemicals were not included on the product labels, making it difficult for consumers to consciously avoid them.
Conference Coverage
Photobiomodulation: Evaluation in a wide range of medical specialties underway
The therapy is used to treat a wide variety of medical and aesthetic disorders including acne vulgaris, psoriasis, burns, and wound healing.