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Sodium deoxycholate and triamcinolone: A good mix?
In a double-blind study of 20 patients with a baseline Clinician-Reported Submental Fat Rating Scale of 2 or 3 out of 4, 5...
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The role of social media in aesthetic trends
Whether it's a different name or term for a cosmetic procedure or laser we use that I've never heard before - such as "lip flip" or trap tox -...
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Cleansing balms
A study published in 2020 reported that waterproof sunscreen was more effectively removed with a cleansing oil than a non-oil-based cleanser, with...
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Facial lipoatrophy with semaglutide-related weight loss
A less severe but noticeable side effect that has gained attention is facial wasting and aging, reportedly coined “Ozempic face” by a...
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Hair supplements
Another point to consider before beginning supplementation is to educate patients about potential effects of supplementation, including increased...
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Vision loss may be a risk with PRP facial injections
All cases were reported after use of PRP as a facial injection, not with PRP scalp injection or with microneedling.
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How does radiofrequency microneedling work?
The desired result of the energy delivery is collagen remodeling and strengthening of elastin.
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20th anniversary and history of cosmetic botulinum toxin type A
By 2002, open-label studies of more than 800 patients confirmed the efficacy and safety of BoNT for the treatment of dynamic facial rhytids.
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Mercury and other risks of cosmetic skin lighteners
Skin hyperpigmentation – whether it is caused by postinflammatory hyperpigmentation from acne or trauma to the skin, melasma, autoimmune disorders...
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Clay minerals and the skin
The most common uses of clay in dermatology are for treatment of acne and in spa or cosmeceutical preparations to purportedly draw out dirt,...
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Acid series: Azelaic acid
Unfortunately, in the last decade the formulations of azelaic acid have not been changed considerably.
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Sea buckthorn: What is it and what is it good for?
The berries are a source of antioxidant vitamins, flavonoids, and organic acids.
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Graying of hair: Could it be reversed?
The graying correlated with stress was also reversible, “at least temporarily.”
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Botulinum toxin and depression
A systematic review and meta-analysis...
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The Zoom effect on cosmetic procedures
In my experience, all cosmetic procedures across the board, including injectables, skin resurfacing, and lasers, have increased.