Found 581 articles for: "collagen"
Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of a Halobetasol 0.01% /Tazarotene 0.045% Fixed Combination in the Treatment of Severe Localized Plaque Psoriasis: Post Hoc Analysis of Two Phase III Randomized Controlled Trials
October 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 10 | Original Article | 1012 | Copyright © October 2019
Background: The use of topical therapy is a key component in the management of almost all psoriasis patients. Topicals are considered first-line therapy for mild disease and are havin...
Read MoreFilling Up the Valleys
September 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 9 | Features | 957 | Copyright © September 2019
Man has tried and sought to erase wrinkles and scars for millennia. Sadly, however, the most effective and permanent techniques have fallen into disuse and neglect due to lack of training in universit...
Read MoreBiotin Alone or a Science-Driven Nutraceutical Multi-Targeted Approach?
September 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 9 | Features | 952 | Copyright © September 2019
It is with great fervor that I revisit the article published in Journal of Drugs in Dermatology by Soleymani et al, titled “The Infatuation With Biotin Supplementation: Is There Truth Behind Its Ris...
Read MoreRecommendations on the Use of Injectable Poly-L-Lactic Acid for Skin Laxity in Off-Face Areas
September 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 929 | Copyright © September 2019
Injectable poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) is a biodegradable synthetic polymer that stimulates collagen production, leading to gradual volume restoration. The treatment of sagging skin in bod...
Read MoreAn Advanced, Physician-Strength Retinol Peel Improves Signs of Aging and Acne Across a Range of Skin Types Including Melasma and Skin of Color
September 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 918 | Copyright © September 2019
Background: Facial chemical peels are highly sought after by patients with photodamage, acne, and melasma. An advanced, physician-strength superficial peel, containing 3...
Read MorePractices in the Usage and Reconstitution of Poly-L-Lactic Acid
September 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 880 | Copyright © September 2019
Background: Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) is increasingly used for a range of indications, from HIV lipodystrophy to gluteal augmentation; however, there is no clear consens...
Read MoreATX-101 (Deoxycholic Acid Injection) for Reduction of Submental Fat: Results From a 12-Month Open-Label Study
September 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 870 | Copyright © September 2019
Background: ATX-101 (deoxycholic acid) causes adipocytolysis when injected into subcutaneous fat.
Objective: Evaluate the long-term s...
Read MoreEffective and Safe Repeated Full-Face Treatments With AbobotulinumtoxinA, Hyaluronic Acid Filler, and Skin Boosting Hyaluronic Acid
July 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 682 | Copyright © July 2019
Background: It is important to study full-face aesthetic combination treatments to establish well-founded individual treatment plans.
Ob...
Read MoreNon-Submental Applications of Injectable Deoxycholic Acid: A Systematic Review
July 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 675 | Copyright © July 2019
Introduction: Injectable deoxycholic acid (DCA; Kybella; Allergan, Irvine, CA) is currently approved only for treatment of persistent submental fat (SMF). Many cosmetic ...
Read MoreA Head-to-Head Comparison of Topical Collagen Powder to Primary Closure for Acute Full-Thickness Punch Biopsy-Induced Human Wounds: An Internally Controlled Pilot Study
July 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 667 | Copyright © July 2019
Background: Collagen-based products have been implemented in wound healing due to collagen’s hemostatic properties, low antigenicity, and poor culture ability.
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Read MoreIn Vitro and In Vivo Efficacy and Tolerability of a Non-Hydroquinone, Multi-Action Skin Tone Correcting Cream
July 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 642 | Copyright © July 2019
Background: Pigmentation disorders are therapeutically challenging to treat, requiring complicated regimens.
Arterial Occlusion and Necrosis Following Hyaluronic Acid Injection and a Review of the Literature
June 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 587 | Copyright © June 2019
With the rising popularity of fillers for facial rejuvenation coupled with the paucity of regulations on credentialing of qualified injectors, the number of filler related complications is increasing....
Read MoreConnecting the Dots: From Skin Barrier Dysfunction to Allergic Sensitization, and the Role of Moisturizers in Repairing the Skin Barrier
June 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 581 | Copyright © June 2019
The skin is one of the largest immunologic organs in the body and a continuous target for allergic and immunologic responses. Impairment of the skin barrier increases the likelihood of external antige...
Read MoreUpdate on the Treatment of Scars
June 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 550 | Copyright © June 2019
Background: Treatment of scars continues to be a persisting challenge. Scar classification is paramount in determining an appropriate treatment strategy. They can be classified into h...
Read MoreSafety and Effectiveness of Microfocused Ultrasound for Treating Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea
June 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 522 | Copyright © June 2019
Background: Anecdotal reports indicate the use of microfocused ultrasound with visualization (MFU-V) improves facial redness.
Objective: The purpose of th...
Read MoreOptimizing Patient Outcomes by Customizing Treatment With Microfocused Ultrasound With Visualization: Gold Standard Consensus Guidelines from an Expert Panel
May 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 5 | Original Article | 426 | Copyright © May 2019
Background: Microfocused ultrasound with visualization (MFU-V) has emerged as a safe and reliable means for lifting and tightening lax skin. Although patients may present with similar age-related chan...
Read MoreCortexolone 17α-propionate (Clascoterone) Is a Novel Androgen Receptor Antagonist that Inhibits Production of Lipids and Inflammatory Cytokines from Sebocytes In Vitro
May 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 5 | Original Article | 412 | Copyright © May 2019
Cortexolone 17α-propionate (clascoterone) is a novel topical androgen antagonist that is being analyzed for its ability to treat acne. The pathogenesis of acne is attributed to multiple factors,...
Read MoreMatrix Revisited: Innovative Approach for Tretinoin
April 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 4 | Department | 146 | Copyright © April 2019
The history of tretinoin and its use in dermatology is a testament both to the drug’s well-established efficacy and its potential to cause skin irritation. Over more than four decades, the drug ...
Read MorePolymeric Emulsion Technology Applied to Tretinoin
April 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 4 | Supplement Individual Articles | 148 | Copyright © April 2019
The Microsponge Delivery System (MDS) for Tretinoin: A First Attempt at Reducing Irritation The Microsponge Delivery System (MDS) is a controlled drug delivery system that encapsulates the active drug...
Read MorePractical Applications for Medical and Aesthetic Treatment of Skin of Color With a New 650-Microsecond Laser
April 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 4 | Supplement Individual Articles | 138 | Copyright © April 2019
The following roundtable is edited from discussion between the authors concerning treatment with the 650-microsecond 1064nm Nd:YAG laser. These dermatologist experts share their expertise, experience,...
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