Found 925 articles for: "acne"
Vitamin A and Its Derivatives in Experimental Photocarcinogenesis: Preventive Effects and Relevance to Humans
April 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 4 | Original Article | 458 | Copyright © April 2013
The 1925 classical observation that vitamin A deficiency leads to squamous metaplasia and epithelial keratinization, coupled with the later finding that excess vitamin A inhibits keratinization of chi...
Read MoreThe Efficacy and Tolerability of Tazarotene Foam, 0.1%, in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris in 2 Multicenter, Randomized, Vehicle-Controlled, Double-Blind Studies
April 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 4 | Original Article | 438 | Copyright © April 2013
BACKGROUND: Tazarotene 0.1% gel and cream are effective topical treatments for acne. Tazarotene foam, 0.1% was developed to provide an alternative, safe, and effective formulation.
OBJECTIVE: To...
Read MoreRetinoids and Azelaic Acid to Treat Acne and Hyperpigmentation in Skin of Color
April 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 4 | Original Article | 434 | Copyright © April 2013
In this review, we examine published data reporting the efficacy of pharmaceutical agents to treat associated postinflammatory hyperpigmentation commonly seen in skin of color. Read More
A Retrospective Chart Review to Assess the Safety of Nonablative Fractional Laser Resurfacing in Fitzpatrick Skin Types IV to VI
April 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 4 | Original Article | 428 | Copyright © April 2013
BACKGROUND: Laser resurfacing in patients with Fitzpatrick skin phototypes (SPT) IV to VI is associated with a higher risk of pigmentary alteration. There is a paucity of studies evaluating optimum tr...
Read MoreHair and Scalp Disorders in Ethnic Populations
April 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 4 | Original Article | 420 | Copyright © April 2013
Human hair has been classified into 3 major groups, as determined by ethnic origin. In these populations, significant structural and biochemical variations of the hair follicle and shaft are seen, as ...
Read MoreKeloids: An Update on Medical and Surgical Treatments
April 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 4 | Original Article | 403 | Copyright © April 2013
Keloids are the result of an overgrowth of dense fibrous tissue that usually develops after healing of a skin injury. Despite their common occurrence, keloids remain one of the most challenging dermat...
Read MoreA Short Educational Intervention Measurably Benefits Keloid-Prone Individuals' Knowledge of Prevention and Treatment
April 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 4 | Original Article | 397 | Copyright © April 2013
BACKGROUND: The Internet is a commonly utilized health information resource that provides access to information of varying quality.
OBJECTIVE: We sought to evaluate the use of the Internet as a ...
Read MoreComparative Study of Hydroquinone-Free and Hydroquinone-Based Hyperpigmentation Regimens in Treating Facial Hyperpigmentation and Photoaging
March 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 3 | Supplement Individual Articles | 32 | Copyright © March 2013
BACKGROUND: Photoaged skin, characterized by mottled, irregular areas of pigmentation, is a common skin condition that is often difficult to treat. The areas of hypermelanosis are an aesthetic concern...
Read MoreStatus Report on Topical Tazarotene for the Management of Acne Vulgaris
March 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 3 | Department | 49 | Copyright © March 2013
Allergan's Tazorac is at the Vanguard of the Next Generation of Topical Retinoids
Over the last 4 decades, topical retinoids have become standard therapy for the treatment of acne vulgaris....
Read MoreA Status Report on Topical Tazarotene in the Management of Acne Vulgaris
March 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 3 | Supplement Individual Articles | 53 | Copyright © March 2013
Tazarotene is a synthetic retinoid that, depending on the concentration and vehicle, is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris (AV) and plaque psori...
Read MoreThe Only Topical Retinoid Without a Generic Alternative: Tazarotene
March 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 3 | Supplement Individual Articles | 52 | Copyright © March 2013
The Evaluation of Hyaluronic Acid, With and Without Lidocaine, in the Filling of Nasolabial Folds as Measured by Ultrastructural Changes and Pain Management
March 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 46 | Copyright © March 2013
BACKGROUND: Pain management is an important objective in procedures involving dermal fillers composed of hyaluronic acid (HA).
OBJECTIVE: To compare the 1-year clinical results of filling the n...
Read MoreResident Rounds: Part I. Program Spotlight: Pennsylvania State University Dermatology Residency Program
March 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 3 | Features | 350 | Copyright © March 2013
Resident Rounds is a section of the JDD dedicated to highlighting various dermatology departments with residency training programs. Resident Rounds includes three sections: (1) a program spotlight, h...
Read MoreMycobacterium mucogenicum Infection Following a Cosmetic Procedure With Poly-L-Lactic Acid
March 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 3 | Case Reports | 353 | Copyright © March 2013
The emphasis on the preservation of youth is ever apparent as new antiaging products, cosmetic procedures, and advertising campaigns aim to address new ways to prevent the natural aging process. Many ...
Read MoreEfficacy of Extended-Release 45 mg Oral Minocycline and Extended-Release 45 mg Oral Minocycline Plus 15% Azelaic Acid in the Treatment of Acne Rosacea
March 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 292 | Copyright © March 2013
Rosacea is one of the most commonly occurring dermatoses treated by dermatologists. There are multiple therapeutic options available for the treatment of papulopustular rosacea. Rosacea is an inflamma...
Read MoreEfficacy and Safety of Tretinoin 0.025%/Clindamycin Phosphate 1.2% Gel in Combination With Benzoyl Peroxide 6% Cleansing Cloths for the Treatment of Facial Acne Vulgaris
March 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 277 | Copyright © March 2013
Combination therapy using medications with complementary mechanisms of action is the standard of care in treating acne. We report results of a clinical trial evaluating the use of a fixed-dose tretino...
Read MoreComparison of a Skin-Lightening Cream Targeting Melanogenesis on Multiple Levels to Triple Combination Cream for Melasma
March 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 270 | Copyright © March 2013
The safety and efficacy of a novel skin-lightening cream (SLC) with 4% hydroquinone (HQ), which additionally contains 4 skin-brightening actives, was compared with a triple combination cream (TCC) wit...
Read MoreComparison of Clindamycin 1% and Benzoyl Peroxide 5% Gel to a Novel Composition Containing Salicylic Acid, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, HEPES, Glycolic Acid, Citric Acid, and Dioic Acid in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris
March 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 266 | Copyright © March 2013
This study evaluated the tolerance and efficacy of 2 facial skin products in subjects with acne using the following acne treatments: 1) treatment A, a combination of salicylic acid, capryloyl salicyli...
Read MoreEvaluation of the Efficacy, Tolerability, and Safety of an Over-the-Counter Acne Regimen Containing Benzoyl Peroxide and Salicylic Acid in Subjects With Acne
March 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 259 | Copyright © March 2013
Benzoyl peroxide (BPO) is a widely used over-the-counter (OTC) topical acne treatment often used in combination with salicylic acid (SA) to achieve better comedone control than that achieved with BPO ...
Read MoreRole of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in Androgen-Stimulated Skin Disorders
February 2013 | Volume 12 | Issue 2 | Original Article | 30 | Copyright © February 2013
5α-reductase (5α-R) isozymes are ubiquitously expressed in human tissues. This enzyme family is composed of 3 members that perform several important biologic functions. 5α-R isozymes pl...
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