Found 299 articles for: "photodamage"
Efficacy and Safety of Intense Pulsed Light With a KTP/PDLlike Filter for the Treatment of Facial Telangiectasias
September 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 844 | Copyright © September 2020
Background: An intense pulsed light (IPL) narrowband "KTP/PDL-like" filter (525–585 nm) may combine the tolerability of the IPL with the precision of KTP and PDL lasers. This st...
Read MoreARTICLE: The 1440 nm and 1927 nm Nonablative Fractional Diode Laser: Current Trends and Future Directions
August 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 8 | Supplement Individual Articles | s3 | Copyright © August 2020
Clinical characteristics of skin exposed to ultraviolet and infrared radiation include dryness, dyschromia, laxity, roughness, sallowness, scaling, telangiectasia, and wrinkles. Fractional photothermo...
Read MoreReal-World Effectiveness and Safety of Field- and Lesion-Directed Treatments for Actinic Keratosis
August 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 8 | Original Article | 756 | Copyright © August 2020
Background: Real-world data for actinic keratosis treatment in the United States is lacking.
Objectives: To understand real-world treatment patterns for actinic...
Read MoreThe Use of Botanical Extracts in East Asia for Treatment of Hyperpigmentation: An Evidenced-Based Review
July 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 758 | Copyright © July 2020
Recent years have seen a growth in the Asian cosmeceutical industry and an expanding worldwide marketplace with increasing consumer use of plant-based skin care products. The rising prevalence of Asia...
Read MoreCutaneous Photoaging: A Notable Pattern of Distribution of Lentigines on the Face
July 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 755 | Copyright © July 2020
Importance: Facial lentigines are a common patient complaint encountered in general and cosmetic dermatology practices. Lentigines are a marker of photoaging and understanding their d...
Read MoreDevelopment of a Photonumeric Lip Health Scale
June 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 632 | Copyright © June 2020
Background: The lips are important facial anatomic features with particular vulnerability to environmental damage, yet they have received little attention in the dermatologic literatu...
Read MoreA Double-Blind, Comparative Clinical Study of Newly Formulated Retinol Serums vs Tretinoin Cream in Escalating Doses: A Method for Rapid Retinization With Minimized Irritation
June 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 625 | Copyright © June 2020
Objective: The goal of this 12 week, double-blinded, controlled, clinical study was to compare the efficacy, tolerability, and consumer acceptance of three novel retinol serums to tre...
Read MoreLight Emitting Diode Phototherapy for Skin Aging
April 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 4 | Original Article | 359 | Copyright © April 2020
Skin aging is associated with changes that include atrophy, pigmentation, decreased ability for wound healing, and rhytides. Recently, there has been growing research interest and consumer demand for ...
Read MoreLong-Term Benefits of Daily Photo-Protection With a Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen in United States Hispanic Female Population
March 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 236 | Copyright © March 2020
The skin of color population has been growing significantly in the United states and globally. This requires specific dermatological attention and patient care strategies due to unique physiological c...
Read MoreA Supersaturated Oxygen Emulsion for Wound Care and Skin Rejuvenation
March 2020 | Volume 19 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 250 | Copyright © March 2020
Although oxygen is essential for proper wound healing, wounds are often hypoxic with diminished oxygen delivery to the healing tissue. Since oxygenation of the outer layers of skin is almost exclusive...
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 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 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 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 MoreRecognizing Rosacea: Tips on Differential Diagnosis
September 2019 | Volume 18 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 888 | Copyright © September 2019
Rosacea is a common chronic inflammatory dermatosis with a variety of clinical manifestations. Rosacea primarily affects the central face, and includes papules, pustules, erythema, telangiectasias, pe...
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...
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