Found 581 articles for: "collagen"
Lichen Myxedematosus: Case Report and Review of Literature
March 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 3 | Case Reports | 320 | Copyright © March 2020
Lichen myxedematosus (LM) is an idiopathic cutaneous mucinosis, commonly described as localized scleromyxedema. In contrast to scleromyxedema, there is typically no systemic involvement. Treatment opt...
Read MorePneumatic Delivery of Hyaluronan for Skin Remodeling: A Comparative Review
February 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 2 | Original Article | 170 | Copyright © February 2020
Jet Volumetric Remodeling (JVR) utilizes the principle of superficial soft tissue delivery of fluids, such as hyaluronic acid (HA) and other therapeutic materials. Dermal delivery of HA activates fibr...
Read MoreCombination Topical Chemotherapy for the Treatment of an Invasive Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma
February 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 2 | Case Reports | 202 | Copyright © February 2020
INTRODUCTION: Standard of care for squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is usually surgical, with either excision or Mohs micrographic surgery. However, surgery may not be ideal for elderly patients with num...
Read MoreARTICLE: 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...
Read MoreARTICLE: Anti-Aging and Collagen Supplementation Using a Nutraceutical Drink
January 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 1 | Supplement Individual Articles | 3 | Copyright © January 2020
Collagen supplements began hitting the US market about 3 years ago and then the supplements went mainstream. Dermatologists know that collagen is a building block of healthy skin. It is a structural p...
Read MoreFULL SUPPLEMENT: Clinical Evidence of the Anti-Aging Effects of a Collagen Peptide Nutraceutical Drink on the Skin
January 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 1 | Department | 2 | Copyright © January 2020
Collagen supplements began hitting the US market about 3 years ago and then the supplements went mainstream. Dermatologists know that collagen is a building block of healthy skin. It is a structural p...
Read MoreConsensus Recommendations for 4th Generation Non-Microneedling Monopolar Radiofrequency for Skin Tightening: A Delphi Consensus Panel
January 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 1 | Original Article | 20 | Copyright © January 2020
IMPORTANCE: The demand for non-invasive methods for facial and body rejuvenation has experienced exponential growth over the last two decades. While multiple treatment systems exist, device specific g...
Read MoreNecrobiosis Lipoidica Mimicking Cutaneous Sarcoidosis Finally Treated With an Intralesional Injection of Corticosteroid: A Case Report
January 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 1 | Case Reports | 92 | Copyright © January 2020
BACKGROUND: Necrobiosis lipoidica (NL) and sarcoidosis are granulomatous disorders with an unknown pathogenesis. They may coexist in the same patient, which suggests a possible overlap between these d...
Read MoreMinimally Invasive Facial Cosmetic Procedures for the Millennial Aesthetic Patient
January 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 1 | Features | 100 | Copyright © January 2020
Millennials, defined as the generation of individuals born between 1981 and 1996, have emerged as one of the leading patient demographics seeking minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. Worldwide, mil...
Read MoreThe Fate of Active Acne and Acne Scars Following Treatment With Fractional Radiofrequency
December 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1268 | Copyright © December 2019
INTRODUCTION: Acne vulgaris (AV) is a common skin disorder that may result in long-lasting acne scars. Techniques such as delivering fractional radiofrequency (RF) energy through miniature pins or nee...
Read MoreHistopathological Changes After Experimental Skin Resurfacing Using an Improved Fractional High-Power 1064-nm Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser
December 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1261 | Copyright © December 2019
BACKGROUND: Several studies confirm microscopic changes in the cutaneous architecture following various rejuvenation techniques using non-ablative lasers Objective: To investigate the histological cha...
Read MoreGene Expression Studies Pertaining to Extracellular Matrix Integrity and Remodeling: Nuances and Pitfalls of In Vitro Investigations
December 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1255 | Copyright © December 2019
Anti-aging strategies using topicals with active agents demand validation and proof of efficacy. One investigation in this realm involves gene expression testing. This study undertakes gene expression...
Read MoreDietary 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...
Read MoreEvaluation of Efficacy of a Skin Care Regimen Containing Methyl Estradiolpropanoate (MEP) for Treating Estrogen Deficient Skin
December 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1226 | Copyright © December 2019
BACKGROUND: Aging is a complex process due to the interplay of intrinsic factors (such as genetics and hormones) and extrinsic factors (including ultraviolet radiation and pollution). A significant ca...
Read MoreDiabetic Skin Changes Can Benefit from Moisturizer and Cleanser Use: A Review
December 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1211 | Copyright © December 2019
INTRODUCTION: Diabetes mellitus (DM) associated skin changes, which may be the first sign of DM in undiagnosed patients. Frequently these patients present with dry skin, which may benefit from the use...
Read MoreOral Polypodium Leucotomos Extract and Its Impact on Visible Light-Induced Pigmentation in Human Subjects
December 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1198 | Copyright © December 2019
BACKGROUND: Visible light (VL) has multiple effects on the skin that currently available sunscreens do not protect against. Polypodium leucotomos extract (PLE) has properties that may offer protection...
Read MoreA Cohort Study Using a Facial Cleansing Brush With Acne Cleansing Brush Head and a Gel Cleanser in Subjects With Mild-to-Moderate Acne and Acne-Prone Skin
November 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1140 | Copyright © November 2019
Introduction: Acne vulgaris is a highly prevalent skin condition that can adversely affect the quality of life. Acne-predisposed skin is in a state of subclinical inflammation leading to skin barrier ...
Read MoreSafety and Effectiveness of Microfocused Ultrasound With Visualization for the Correction of Moderate to Severe Atrophic Acne Scars
November 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1109 | Copyright © November 2019
Objective: To assess the effectiveness of microfocused ultrasound with visualization (MFU-V) for treating moderate to severe atrophic acne scars.
Design: Healthy subjects (N=20) seeking co...
Read MoreRe-pigmentation of Hypopigmentation: Fractional Lasers vs Laser-Assisted Delivery of Bimatoprost vs Epidermal Melanocyte Harvesting System
November 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1090 | Copyright © November 2019
Background: Hypopigmentation is a common cutaneous manifestation that frequently poses a therapeutic challenge for dermatologists. Current treatments have varying efficacies and rarely provide patient...
Read MoreFacial Skin Tightening With Microfocused Ultrasound and Dermal Fillers: Considerations for Patient Selection and Outcomes
November 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1075 | Copyright © November 2019
Introduction: Microfocused ultrasound (MFU) is a heat technology that is developed from focused ultrasound (FU) used in a high intense mode to generate heat (HIFU). Patient assessment is very complex ...
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