Reduction of Erythema in Moderate-Severe Rosacea by a Low Molecular Weight Heparan Sulfate Analog (HSA)

June 2023 | Volume 22 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 546 | Copyright © June 2023

Rosacea changes are a result of an immune mediated response and the angiogenic properties of the LL-37 peptide. This peptide induces an inflammatory signal that activates the NLRP3-mediated inflammaso...
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Real-World, Open-Label Study of the Efficacy and Safety of a Novel Serum in Androgenetic Alopecia

June 2023 | Volume 22 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 559 | Copyright © June 2023

An Analysis of Alopecia Related Content on Instagram and TikTok

December 2022 | Volume 21 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1316 | Copyright © December 2022

Background: Social media platforms continue to grow in popularity and have become common sources of medical information and education for patients struggling with hair loss.
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Demographics of Dietary Supplement Use for Skin: An Analysis of NHANES Cross-Sectional Data

April 2022 | Volume 21 | Issue 4 | Features | 434 | Copyright © April 2022

Dietary supplement use is common, with reported use by over half of US adults. This cross-sectional study utilized 2015–2016 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data. A total of 997...
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Analysis of Reddit Reveals Atopic Dermatitis Patient Questions

June 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 653 | Copyright © June 2021

Background: Reddit, the seventh most visited website in the United States, has become an exceedingly popular platform for patients to source medical information and discuss chronic co...
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Update on Biotin Therapy in Dermatology: Time for a Change

December 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 12 | Case Reports | 1264 | Copyright © December 2020

Biotin (vitamin B7 or H) is found in milk, nuts, egg yolks, cereals, supplements, synthesized by intestinal bacteria, and is required for gluconeogenesis, fatty acid synthesis and amino acid catabolis...
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Combination of Calcium Hydroxylapatite Diluted With Normal Saline and Microfocused Ultrasound With Visualization for Skin Tightening

April 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 4 | Original Article | 405 | Copyright © April 2020

Background/Objectives: Treatment options for the correction of age-related changes in skin include the use of energy-based devices and dermal fillers. In this study, we evaluate the c...
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ARTICLE: Clinical Evidence of the Anti-Aging Effects of a Collagen Peptide Nutraceutical Drink on the Skin

January 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 1 | Supplement Individual Articles | 5 | Copyright © January 2020

Nutraceutical supplementation has been shown to have effects on skin. The aim of this article is to establish the acceptability and feasibility of modifying dietary routines to include use of a collag...
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Dietary Lycopene Protects SKH-1 Mice Against Ultraviolet B-Induced Photocarcinogenesis

December 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1244 | Copyright © December 2019

Lycopene, an acyclic hydrocarbon, non-provitamin A carotenoid, is a potent antioxidant with well-documented anticancer properties. In this study, we investigated the effects of dietary lycopene on sub...
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Biotin Alone or a Science-Driven Nutraceutical Multi-Targeted Approach?

September 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 9 | Features | 952 | Copyright © September 2019

It is with great fervor that I revisit the article published in Journal of Drugs in Dermatology by Soleymani et al, titled “The Infatuation With Biotin Supplementation: Is There Truth Behind Its Ris...
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Over-the-Counter Hair Loss Treatments: Help or Hype?

December 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1317 | Copyright © December 2018

INTRODUCTION: A limited number of treatments have been approved for androgenetic alopecia, however, myriad over-the-counter products for hair loss are available and readily purchased ...
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Assessing the Potential Role for Topical Melatonin in an Antiaging Skin Regimen

September 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 966 | Copyright © September 2018

Background: Melatonin is an endogenous hormone commonly associated with regulation of sleep. However, over the last two decades, research has elucidated a range of effects associated with the compound...
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A Novel Multi-Targeting Approach to Treating Hair Loss, Using Standardized Nutraceuticals

November 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 11 | Supplement Individual Articles | 141 | Copyright © November 2017

Hair loss is a complicated problem that causes significant concern for those who are affected. Patients seeking medic...
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Clinical Evaluation of a Multi-Modal Facial Serum That Addresses Hyaluronic Acid Levels in Skin

September 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 884 | Copyright © September 2017

BACKGROUND: Hyaluronic acid (HA), the major glycosaminoglycan present in the human skin, is a key contributor to water retention and mechanical support in skin. The level, size, and functionality of c...
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Hair Loss Myths

July 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 690 | Copyright © July 2017

INTRODUCTION: Hair loss is a common complaint seen in dermatology clinics. From frustration and attempts at self-help...
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The Infatuation With Biotin Supplementation: Is There Truth Behind Its Rising Popularity? A Comparative Analysis of Clinical Efficacy versus Social Popularity

May 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 5 | Original Article | 496 | Copyright © May 2017

Biotin, also known as Vitamin B7 or vitamin H, is a water-soluble B vitamin that acts as an essential cofactor for sever...
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The Safety and Efficacy of a Sustainable Marine Extract for the Treatment of Thinning Hair: A Summary of New Clinical Research and Results from a Panel Discussion on the Problem of Thinning Hair and Current Treatments

September 2015 | Volume 14 | Issue 9 | Supplement Individual Articles | 15 | Copyright © September 2015

Alopecia and thinning hair are highly prevalent conditions affecting a large proportion of men and women. Diffused hair loss is often more difficult to diagnose in women, mostly due to over-reliance o...
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Assessment of a Comprehensive Anti-Aging Neck Cream

September 2015 | Volume 14 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 997 | Copyright © September 2015

INTRODUCTION: With many effective anti-aging solutions for the face, consumer focus is now turning to other parts of the body including the delicate skin on the neck. This study investigates the effec...
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Pipeline Previews

July 2015 | Volume 14 | Issue 7 | Features | 764 | Copyright © July 2015

Pipeline Previews brings to you information on the newest drugs and medical products as they become available to the dermatologic community. This department may include additional information from the...
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Pipeline Previews

June 2015 | Volume 14 | Issue 6 | Features | 646 | Copyright © June 2015

Pipeline Previews brings to you information on the newest drugs and medical products as they become available to the dermatologic community. This department may include additional information from the...
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