INTRODUCTIONDevice-based therapeutic approaches are being focused on women’s genitourinary health to provide hormone-free non-surgical treatment alternatives for menopausal vaginal and urinary signs and symptoms defined as genitourinary syndrome of menopause…

INTRODUCTIONActinic keratosis (AK) is a pre-malignant condition, associated with prolonged ultraviolet damage predominantly on the face/scalp, trunk, and extremities.1,2 AK affects ~58 million individuals in the US,3 and typically occurs…

INTRODUCTIONThe poor tolerability of the retinoids has limited their use in sensitive skin patients, even though retinoids are some of the most effective anti-aging cosmeceutical ingredients. Prescription retinoic acid, also…

For women with acne, their acne often persists into adulthood, with over 50% of women reporting acne between 20–29 years of age and over 35% of women reporting acne between…

INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis is a chronic, immune-mediated skin disease that affects approximately 3% of the population in the US.1,2 Moderate to severe psoriasis is associated with a number of medical comorbidities, including but not…

INTRODUCTIONAndrogenetic alopecia (AGA) is a chronic form of hair loss characterized by the miniaturization of hair follicles. There are different prescription and over-the-counter treatments for AGA, which have various advantages…

INTRODUCTIONThe epidermis has an obvious role of protecting us from the environment, but recent research is revealing some new functions. Keratinocytes have been shown to secrete oxytocin (OT) in response…

INTRODUCTIONAtopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, multifactorial skin disorder characterized by dry skin and pruritus. In AD patients, pruritus can range from mildly irritating and distressful to completely disabling, resulting…