Aesthetic Dermatology
Conference Coverage
Expert offers 10 ‘tips and tricks’ for everyday cosmetic practice
“Trust your clinical insight because this will serve you in the long term,” Dr. H. Ray Jalian said.
Conference Coverage
Expert shares her tips for an effective cosmetic consultation
“It’s important to look for any warning signs like irrational behavior or unrealistic expectations.”
Conference Coverage
Pilot study: Hybrid laser found effective for treating genitourinary syndrome of menopause
Further studies are important to improve the understanding of "laser dosimetry, frequency of treatments, and longevity of effect.
Cosmeceutical Critique
Cellular senescence, skin aging, and cosmeceuticals
We don't know enough yet, to have cosmeceuticals that affect cellular senescence and autophagy. But, it's not too early to learn about this...
Conference Coverage
One year after a single RAP treatment, patients give the results high marks
Of the 43 patients, 30 (69.8%) strongly agreed and 13 (30.2%) agreed that their cellulite “appears improved.”
Commentary
COVID-19 Vaccine Reactions in Dermatology: “Filling” in the Gaps
Once reports of adverse reactions following COVID-19 vaccination—such as those linked to use of facial fillers—made news headlines, many in the...
Conference Coverage
How early can laser treatment for port wine stains in infants be initiated?
“The early intervention allows for treatment without general anesthesia and it maximizes the chance of significant clearance as early in life as...
Conference Coverage
One treatment with a 1,060-nm diode laser helped reduce unwanted fat
Between baseline and 12 weeks, the ultrasound images showed an average reduction in the adipose layer of 9% on the abdomen and 7% on the flank.
Conference Coverage
Systematic review of radiofrequency microneedling studies unveiled
“Patients should be counseled that the benefits of RFMN may have a slower onset, compared to other treatments, but it is progressive, durable, and...
Aesthetic Dermatology Update
Botulinum toxin and depression
A systematic review and meta-analysis...
Cosmeceutical Critique
Seaweed and other marine-derived products in skin care, Part II: Cosmetic formulations, fucoidan, and salmon eggs
In the last couple of decades, secondary metabolites with bioactive properties have been identified in seaweeds.