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Issue Archive
September 2023 | Volume 22 | Issue 9
Editorials
Insight Into Dermatology Providers' Perspectives on Approaches to Sensitive Skin: A Pilot Survey
Sensitive skin (SS) is a common patient complaint; however, there are no consistent guidelines to guide dermatologists' approaches to diagnosis and management of SS. Attendees of an international derm...
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Original Articles
A Randomized Control Trial Comparing the Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma and 5% Topical Minoxidil for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most common cause of hair loss in men and has limited treatment options. Minoxidil is a common therapeutic option for AGA patients because of its availability. Plate...
Read MoreTopical Treatments for Photoaged Skin
Background: Photoaging due to cumulative lifetime ultraviolet light exposure is the greatest contributing factor to facial aging. With the continued growth of the population of individuals aged ≥65...
Read MoreComparison of Physicochemical Characteristics and Biostimulatory Functions in Two Calcium Hydroxyapatite-Based Dermal Fillers
Background: Dermal fillers containing calcium hydroxyapatite (CaHA) are categorized as biostimulatory. However, differences in CaHA biomaterial likely affect the resultant induction of collagen ...
Read MoreRestoration of Aging Body Skin: Evidence-Based Development of a Topical Formulation for Improving Body Skin Quality
Background: Age-related changes in body skin are emerging as important therapeutic targets. A novel topical firming and toning body lotion (FTB) has been developed to target multiple pathways involved...
Read MoreOptimizing Skin Regenerative Response to Calcium Hydroxylapatite Microspheres Via Poly-Micronutrient Priming
Regenerative aesthetics aims to restore the structure and function of aging skin. Two products, Radiesse (CaHA) and NCTF 135 HA (micronutrient mesotherapy) have been established as minimally invasive ...
Read MoreClinical Efficacy of Topical Vitamin C on the Appearance of Wrinkles: A Systematic Literature Review
Purpose: A rise in market demand for anti-aging skin care products has resulted in a proliferation of cosmeceuticals, including products that contain vitamin C. Many topicals containing vitamin C clai...
Read MoreWATCH VIDEO ABSTRACT: Dermatoporosis: Strategies for Rebuilding the Extracellular Matrix of the Skin
Dermatoporosis as a disease entity is relatively newly described, the title conceived as recently as 2007. The background of chronic skin fragility, bruising, and atrophy appears to start in som...
Read MoreLong-Term Efficacy and Tolerability of a Daily Serum for Rejuvenation and Prejuvenation of Facial Skin
Onjectives: To evaluate the long-term efficacy and tolerance of an anti-aging daily serum (AADS) when used twice-daily over 12 weeks by women with moderate skin fatigue and overall photodamage. The tr...
Read MoreReview of Baricitinib in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Background: Alopecia areata (AA) is a debilitating autoimmune disease that results in non-scarring hair loss. Baricitinib is the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved treatment for AA. Ob...
Read MoreClinical Trial of Alpha and Beta Defensin Skin Care Regimen for Improvement of Periocular Wrinkles
Background: Defensins recruit leucine-rich repeat-containing G protein-coupled receptor 6 positive (Lgr6+) stem cells which ultimately regenerate new basal stem cells, healthy keratinocytes, and nasce...
Read MoreInto the Light: Afamelanotide and the Treatment of Erythropoietic Protoporphyria in the United States
Background: Erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) is a rare disease that causes disabling cutaneous photosensitivity with pain and burning sensations. In 2019, afamelanotide, an α-melanocyte-stimu...
Read MoreEvaluation of a Neck Cream Developed to Enhance Nitric Oxide Availability in Aging Skin
Background: To meet the unique needs of aging skin of the neck, a new neck cream that enhances nitric oxide availability has been developed to visibly improve signs of aging and overall quality of ski...
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Features
Fractional Laser for Prevention of Non-melanoma Skin Cancer
Citation: McCormick ET, Desai S, Nelson K, et al. Fractional laser for prevention of non-melanoma skin cancer. J Drugs Dermatol. 2023;22(9):953-954. doi:10.36849/JDD.2023.NVRN0923...
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Departments
INDIVIDUAL ARTICLE: Real-World Evidence on the Use of Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Dipropionate Aerosol Foam 0.005%/0.064% in the Treatment of Psoriasis: A Review of Investigator-Initiated Studies Around the Globe
Topical medications are commonly used to manage mild-to-moderate psoriasis and serve as adjunct therapies used in combination with phototherapy and systemic treatments. Fixed-dose calcipotriene (Cal) ...
Read MoreFULL SUPPLEMENT: Optimizing Transungal Efficacy at the Site of the Infection With Efinaconazole
Onychomycosis is a prevalent condition affecting the United States and global population. Treatment options are limited, with only 3 topical anti-fungal medications garnering approval in the US within...
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Supplements
INDIVIDUAL ARTICLE: Real-World Evidence on the Use of Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Dipropionate Aerosol Foam 0.005%/0.064% in the Treatment of Psoriasis: A Review of Investigator-Initiated Studies Around the Globe
Topical medications are commonly used to manage mild-to-moderate psoriasis and serve as adjunct therapies used in combination with phototherapy and systemic treatments. Fixed-dose calcipotriene (Cal) ...
Read MoreINDIVIDUAL ARTICLE: Vehicles Matter
Topical medications are commonly used to manage mild-to-moderate psoriasis and serve as adjunct therapies used in combination with phototherapy and systemic treatments. Fixed-dose calcipotriene (Cal) ...
Read MoreIndividual Article: Updated Review of Topical Pharmaceuticals and Complementary and Alternative Medications for the Treatment of Onychomycosis in Both General and Special Populations in the United States
Onychomycosis is a prevalent condition affecting the United States and global population. Treatment options are limited, with only 3 topical anti-fungal medications garnering approval in the US within...
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