Curated by the JDD Editors

Missed any of our July highlights? As the official partner of the Skin of Color Update [https://skinofcolorupdate.com/], July is our “Bridging the Gap in Dermatology” issue–a must-read. Catch up with this curated roundup from the JDD Editors—your guide to must-read articles for the derm community.

JULY ARTICLES [https://jddonline.com/issue/?issue_id=335]

Photoprotection Efficacy of SPF and Iron-Oxide Formulations in Diverse Skin With Melasma and Photodamage [https://jddonline.com/articles/photoprotection-efficacy-of-sun-protection-factor-iron-oxide-formulations-in-diverse-skin-with-melasma-photodamage-S1545961625P9240X/?mkt_tok=NzkzLUxNVC0yMDcAAAGbitAxfJKWqyyQHeIide7VkMO2CQZ74962_9SUuCJ0MBr3VyawSqsY7z3Y3r1KVChy6zas_NMGOM6522YQ9PXtYhcYqGPrIDnD_9yv3FA] emphasizes the importance of incorporating visible light protection into a daily sun care routine.

Addressing the Root Causes of Female Hair Loss and Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions [https://jddonline.com/articles/addressing-root-causes-of-female-hair-loss-non-pharmaceutical-interventions-S1545961625P8763X/?mkt_tok=NzkzLUxNVC0yMDcAAAGbitAxfADgOyFZNiMm9AcNZdZidGFE66S0VqAvaD5rJ3nspFvnL8WfMFhGSzQUVIMcdCMdGnT99kRlY0ENEFknBEq9PiJ4Am9joEEwSLs] identifies key ingredients and strategies that may help women experiencing hair loss.

Pyoderma Gangrenosum in Pregnancy: A Systematic Review of Clinical Characteristics, Treatment Outcomes, and Maternofetal Implications [https://jddonline.com/articles/pyoderma-gangrenosum-in-pregnancy-systematic-review-of-clinical-characteristics-treatment-outcomes-maternofetal-implications-s1545961625p8843x/?mkt_tok=NzkzLUxNVC0yMDcAAAGbitAxfGr_0QlCzxK3qAmM29c8v9tt-w0uCHlvT6CU4Klee_TgbnK9q4BfqnHHwsAQBxNcWGLlj6iN2SVpHYbnNpA70sUVL2ls5yQCn1g] highlights frequent misdiagnoses and delays in managing PG in pregnant and postpartum patients. shares how shares the results of this 813-patient trial.

Socioeconomic Disparities in Gentle Skin Care Access for Atopic Dermatitis: Affordability and Pharmacy Deserts [https://jddonline.com/articles/socioeconomic-disparities-in-gentle-skin-care-access-atopic-dermatitis-affordability-pharmacy-deserts-S1545961625P8911X/?mkt_tok=NzkzLUxNVC0yMDcAAAGbitAxfKI_THzV0H067wmCvyCvfEe2Bd_H1knxmkSPC_VfC1QtbUkyChGSuV7tB9qUXpFbGmaUO46i4yvwg6NtsmM2oTvHNfpLwGkD6TI] evaluates the availability of pharmacy products in low- versus high-income areas.

The Use of Biologic Therapeutic Regimens in Cutaneous and Systemic Mastocytosis: A Scoping Review [https://jddonline.com/articles/use-of-biologic-therapeutic-regimens-in-cutaneous-systemic-mastocytosis-scoping-review-s1545961625p8437x/?mkt_tok=NzkzLUxNVC0yMDcAAAGbitAxfGQAd-udzWUCCviOyfITclZuMU78CQ9q4athf3IWANEu7V553Y6bYjK-FI3uo9Q19BzlIU9gmnJlOB3Jgfo-baZN1RVabqgH_RI] discusses symptom improvements through the use of JAK1/2 inhibitors, TKIs, and monoclonal antibodies.

Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA-SCA) as a Safe and Effective Method to Soften the Transition Between Lower Eyelid and Midface [https://jddonline.com/articles/poly-l-lactic-acid-plla-sca-as-safe-effective-method-soften-transition-between-lower-eyelid-midface-s1545961625p9003x/?mkt_tok=NzkzLUxNVC0yMDcAAAGbitAxfNcrq31ubsHGmiWNg0eLe_bX6WvVuiwLb-o7TKYcqJwuTPgvORdYELJ0w-w0_07FOks-28RoBgYKI2gIeVDgTcdPpHUkxzklAvo] presents a case series on treating congenital or age-related soft or hard tissue atrophy.

Podoconiosis: Review of This Unusual Cause of Lower Extremity Lymphedema and Its Global Health Burden [https://jddonline.com/articles/podoconiosis-review-of-this-unusual-cause-of-lower-extremity-lymphedema-its-global-health-burden-S1545961625P8748X/?mkt_tok=NzkzLUxNVC0yMDcAAAGbitAxfI3Y0QTCLuno3nNRhR0Mgn5a-QqugujMgnIU13dbH8jbQlfDNKgzzDzUvC_xHVd5aXHYvB4JvHzB_UsrJud8lwZQNz0WC6gk704] calls for advocacy, better healthcare access, and targeted strategies to manage this condition.