Found 471 articles for: "retinoids"
Treatment of Nail Psoriasis
February 2022 | Volume 21 | Issue 2 | Original Article | 146 | Copyright © February 2022
Nail psoriasis has a considerable negative impact on the quality of life by limiting the patient’s household chores, professional activities and social interactions. Treatment for nail psoriasis...
Read MoreEfficacy and Tolerability of a Double-Conjugated Retinoid and Alpha Hydroxy Acid Cream in Subjects With Mild to Moderate Blemish-Prone Skin
January 2022 | Volume 21 | Issue 1 | Original Article | 54 | Copyright © January 2022
Background: Topical retinoids influence the rate of cellular turnover and improve skin clarity and photoaged skin. Consequent cutaneous irritation reduces adherence resulting in subop...
Read MoreClinical Evaluation of Fractional Radiofrequency for the Treatment and Reduction of Wrinkles: A Prospective Study
January 2022 | Volume 21 | Issue 1 | Original Article | 43 | Copyright © January 2022
Background: Fractional radiofrequency (FRF) technology has been shown in clinical studies to improve skin laxity, and to treat various skin conditions related to aging and alternate c...
Read MoreDisseminate and Recurrent Infundibulofolliculitis: An Under-Recognized Yet Treatable Entity
December 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 12 | Features | 1353 | Copyright © December 2021
Disseminate and recurrent infundibulofolliculitis (DRIF) is a pruritic papular eruption that predominantly affects young adults with Fitzpatrick skin types 4-6. Due to DRIF’s rarity and under-re...
Read MoreA Patient-Centered Guide to Hidradenitis Suppurativa Flare Prevention
December 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1295 | Copyright © December 2021
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic debilitating skin disease characterized by painful dermal abscesses, subcutaneous inflammatory nodules, draining sinuses and hypertrophic scars. Prompt recog...
Read MoreTopical Stabilized Cysteamine as a New Treatment for Hyperpigmentation Disorders: Melasma, Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation, and Lentigines
December 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1276 | Copyright © December 2021
Cysteamine is an aminothiol naturally present in cells of the human body as an antioxidant resulting from the degradation of Coenzyme A. Physiologically it is well distributed in mammalian tissues. Hi...
Read MoreThe Efficacy and Safety of a Novel Protective Complex Combined With 50% Glycolic Acid Peel: A Double-Blinded, Split Face, Controlled Study
December 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1336 | Copyright © December 2021
Background: Glycolic acid (GA) is a commonly used superficial peel with higher concentrations and lower pH levels leading to a stronger effect despite a higher risk of adverse effects...
Read MoreSafe Use of Adapalene 0.1 % Gel in a non-Prescription Environment
December 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1330 | Copyright © December 2021
Background: Topical retinoids are the mainstay of acne therapy and, until 2016, were only available by prescription. The margin of safety (MOS) of adapalene for potential teratogenic ...
Read MoreOptimizing Outcomes With the 1550/1927 nm Dual Wavelength Non-Ablative Fractional Laser: Experienced User Recommendations
November 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1150 | Copyright © November 2021
Background: Fractional laser treatment was introduced in 2004 as a non-invasive technique to treat sun-damaged and aging skin. Since then, numerous ablative and non-ablative photother...
Read MoreAminolevulinic Acid 20% Solution Combined With Photodynamic Therapy for Treatment of Actinic Keratoses: A Review
November 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1239 | Copyright © November 2021
Actinic keratoses (AK) are lesions with potential to transform into nonmelanoma skin cancers. Numerous methods are available for treatment of AK. Here, we review clinical trial data on the use of phot...
Read MoreINDIVIDUAL ARTICLE: Algorithm for Nonenergy and Injectable Treatment Pre-/Post-Procedure Measures
November 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 11 | Supplement Individual Articles | ss3s | Copyright © November 2021
Background: Nonenergy and injectable treatments are frequently used for facial rejuvenation. Many publications have addressed methods to reduce adverse events related to the procedure...
Read MoreTherapeutic Approaches and Special Considerations for Treating Molluscum Contagiosum
November 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1185 | Copyright © November 2021
Molluscum contagiosum (molluscum) is a common skin condition, especially in children, yet treatment approaches by US health care practitioners vary widely. A dearth of clinical data from large, well-c...
Read MoreSingle-Center, Prospective, Double-Blind, Evaluator-Blind, non-Randomized, Vehicle-Controlled Trial With a 1927 Nm Non-Ablative Fractionated Laser and Topical 0.05% Tretinoin Lotion for Facial Dyspigmentation and Photodamage
November 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1174 | Copyright © November 2021
Background: Dyspigmentation and photodamage are common concerns in patients who seek aesthetic consultation. A number of treatment modalities have been utilized to address this issue....
Read MoreAn Open-Label Pilot Study to Investigate Safety and Efficacy of Fixed Combination Tazarotene 0.045% and Halobetasol Propionate 0.01% Lotion for the Treatment of Scalp Psoriasis
November 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1191 | Copyright © November 2021
Up to 80% of individuals with plaque psoriasis have scalp involvement, which can have a significant impact on the quality of life of affected individuals. Despite advancements in psoriasis therapeutic...
Read MoreTreating Cutaneous Immune-Related Adverse Events from Immune Checkpoint Blockade
October 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 10 | Features | 1133 | Copyright © October 2021
Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICPis) have revolutionized outcomes in various advanced malignancies. Therapeutic restoration of a robust T-cell response against malignant cells is also at the root of d...
Read MoreRacial/Ethnic Variations in Skin Barrier: Implications for Skin Care Recommendations in Skin of Color
September 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 932 | Copyright © September 2021
Background: Genetic and environmental factors influence stratum corneum (SC) barrier properties and function. Researchers increasingly focus on biophysical studies that may help clini...
Read MoreRacial/Ethnic Variations in Acne: Implications for Treatment and Skin Care Recommendations for Acne Patients With Skin of Color
July 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 716 | Copyright © July 2021
Background: Acne vulgaris is among the most common dermatologic diagnoses observed, including skin color (SOC) populations. This project sought to help clarify the existing published ...
Read MoreTreatment of Rhinophyma With Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing in a Woman of Color: Case Report and Review of the Literature
July 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 7 | Case Reports | 772 | Copyright © July 2021
Rhinophyma is a disfiguring disorder that is characterized by an erythematous, hypertrophied, and inflamed lower two-thirds of the nose. Widely accepted as the severe form of acne rosacea, rhinophyma ...
Read MoreTazarotene 0.045% Lotion for Moderate-to-Severe Acne Patients: Pooled Phase 3 Analysis by Age and Sex
June 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 608 | Copyright © June 2021
Background: Two identical phase 3 trials (NCT03168321 and NCT03168334) and pooled post hoc analyses have established efficacy and safety of a polymeric tazarotene 0.045% lotion formul...
Read MoreRevisiting the Skin Health and Beauty Pyramid: A Clinically Based Guide to Selecting Topical Skincare Products
June 2021 | Volume 20 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 695 | Copyright © June 2021
The original article “The Skin Health and Beauty Pyramid” was published in 2014. In the last 7 years, many new skin care innovations have been developed that were not available at the time...
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