Found 299 articles for: "photodamage"
Skin Cancer Prevention: A Review of Current Oral Options Complementary to Sunscreens
December 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1266 | Copyright © December 2018
The incidence of non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) is dramatically increasing worldwide, despite the increased use of improved sunscreens. In 2014, the Surgeon General estimated that 2.2 to 5.0 million ...
Read MoreHybrid Fractional Laser: A Multi-Center Trial on the Safety and Efficacy for Photorejuvenation
November 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1164 | Copyright © November 2018
BACKGROUND: Laser skin resurfacing has continued to evolve over the past two decades. One of the most recent advances included a hybrid fractional laser resurfacing system that can sequentially utiliz...
Read MoreThe Safety of Laser Skin Resurfacing With the Microablative Carbon Dioxide Laser and Review of the Literature
November 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1157 | Copyright © November 2018
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the incidence of adverse effects following laser skin resurfacing with the microablative carbon dioxide (CO2) laser system (SmartXide DOT; DEKA, Calenz...
Read MoreBiological Stability of Plasma Rich in Growth Factors-Derived Autologous Topical Serum After Three-Months Storage
October 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 10 | Original Article | 1115 | Copyright © October 2018
In this study, the stability of a novel autologous topical serum (ATS) derived from plasma rich in growth factors technology (PRGF) has been evaluated. As skin ages, mechanical, protective and restora...
Read MoreAssessing the Potential Role for Topical Melatonin in an Antiaging Skin Regimen
September 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 966 | Copyright © September 2018
Background: Melatonin is an endogenous hormone commonly associated with regulation of sleep. However, over the last two decades, research has elucidated a range of effects associated with the compound...
Read MoreCombination Ablative Approach to Laser Therapy in Advanced Aging of the Face
July 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 7 | Case Reports | 796 | Copyright © July 2018
Background and Objective: Misperceptions have persisted regarding scanning full-field erbium laser that have caused it to be overshadowed by fractional ablative resurfacing. This can lead to sub-optim...
Read MoreNovel Topical Cytokinin Improves Coarse Wrinkles and Skin Roughness Without Skin Irritation
July 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 772 | Copyright © July 2018
Objective: To evaluate the efficacy and tolerance of topical 4HBAP (para-topolin [6-(4-hydroxybenzylamino) purine], a new aromatic cytokinin, in subjects with mild to moderate facial photodamage. Met...
Read MoreClinical Improvements in Very Dry Skin from a Natural Ingredient-Based Moisturizing Cream Compared With a Leading Colloidal Oatmeal Control
July 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 758 | Copyright © July 2018
The objective of this 6-week clinical study was to demonstrate the effectiveness of a natural ingredient-based moisturizing cream versus a colloidal oatmeal moisturizing cream in improving the hydrati...
Read MoreSingle-Center, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Study of the Efficacy and Safety of a Cream Formulation for Improving Facial Wrinkles and Skin Quality
June 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 6 | Original Article | 664 | Copyright © June 2018
INTRODUCTION: Several therapeutic modalities from topicals to chemical peels and energy-based devices are available to improve skin quality and reduce the appearance of wrinkles in the face and neck a...
Read MoreMulti-Center, Double-Blind, Vehicle-Controlled Clinical Trial of an Alpha and Beta Defensin-Containing Anti-Aging Skin Care Regimen With Clinical, Histopathologic, Immunohistochemical, Photographic, and Ultrasound Evaluation
April 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 4 | Original Article | 426 | Copyright © April 2018
Background/Objectives: Anti-aging strategies utilizing stem cells are in the forefront. Alpha and beta defensins are natural immune peptides that have been shown to activate an LGR6-positive stem cell...
Read MoreAddressing Male Facial Skin Concerns: Clinical Efficacy of a Topical Skincare Treatment Product for Men
March 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 301 | Copyright © March 2018
The growing male skincare market reflects the increased interest of men in addressing facial aging concerns and maintaining a healthy youthful appearance. Because of differences in skin structure and ...
Read MoreInjectable Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid as a Skin Quality Booster: An Expert Panel Consensus
January 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 1 | Original Article | 83 | Copyright © January 2018
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is used extensively in aesthetic medicine thanks to its documented role in skin rejuvenation. The specific applications of HA-based products are not always fully acknowledged due ...
Read MoreTreatment of Décolletage Photoaging With Fractional Microneedling Radiofrequency
January 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 1 | Original Article | 74 | Copyright © January 2018
OBJECTIVES: The objective of this study was to examine the efficacy and safety of a novel fractional microneedling radiofrequency device to improve the appearance of rhytides and skin laxity of the dÃ...
Read MoreA Randomized Study to Assess the Efficacy of Skin Rejuvenation Therapy in Combination With Neurotoxin and Full Facial Filler Treatments
January 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 1 | Original Article | 48 | Copyright © January 2018
BACKGROUND: Although non-surgical treatment options for facial rejuvenation are well-established, the literature remains limited regarding the combined effect of topical skin treatment with filler ...
Read MoreSafety and Efficacy of a 1550nm/1927nm Dual Wavelength Laser for the Treatment of Photodamaged Skin
January 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 1 | Original Article | 41 | Copyright © January 2018
BACKGROUND: Fractional photothermolysis (FP) is a popular treatment option for photodamaged skin and addresses shortcomings of ablative skin resurfacing and nonablative dermal remodeling. Previous ...
Read MoreCombining Topical Psoriasis Treatment to Enhance Systemic and Phototherapy: A Review of the Literature
December 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1209 | Copyright © December 2017
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that affects millions of people in the United States as well as worldwide. While there is currently no cure for psoriasis, many treatment options ar...
Read MoreUpregulation of Extracellular Matrix Genes Corroborates Clinical Efcacy of Human Fibroblast-Derived Growth Factors in Skin Rejuvenation
December 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 12 | Original Article | 1190 | Copyright © December 2017
Skin care products may use various active ingredients to support skin rejuvenation including growth factors and other molecules that help to regenerate extracellular matrix (ECM) and promote skin r...
Read MoreA Randomized, Investigator-Blinded Comparison of Two Topical Regimens in Fitzpatrick Skin Types III-VI With Moderate to Severe Facial Hyperpigmentation
November 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1127 | Copyright © November 2017
Purpose: Though hydroquinone (HQ) remains the gold standard for treatment of hyperpigmentation, concerns about its safety have prompted the development of HQ-free topical skin lightening systems. ...
Read MoreIn-Vivo Histological Analysis of a Fractional CO2 Laser System Intended for Treatment of Soft Tissue
November 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1085 | Copyright © November 2017
BACKGROUND: Fractional ablative lasers have been shown to be safe and effective for improving wrinkles, scars, skin texture, and dyspigmentation. However, the exact effects of this technology in vi...
Read MoreTreatment of Photoaging With a Dual-Wavelength, 532 nm and 1,064 nm Picosecond-Domain Laser Producing a Fractionated Treatment Beam Using a Holographic Optic
November 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 11 | Original Article | 1077 | Copyright © November 2017
BACKGROUND: A dual-wavelength, picosecond-domain, fractionated laser delivering 1,064nm and 532nm laser energy through a holographic optic was investigated for safety and effectiveness at improving...
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