Aesthetic Dermatology
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FDA approves hyaluronic acid filler for lip augmentation, perioral rhytids
The manufacturer is “working to determine the appropriate launch timing and availability” of this new product.
Aesthetic Dermatology Update
The resurgence of Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine)
During this crisis, we desperately need well-controlled, randomized studies to test the efficacy and prolonged safety profile of these drugs in...
Cosmeceutical Critique
Mother of pearl: The power of pearl powder
Pearl powder is known to have exhibited antiaging, antioxidant, antiradiative, and tonic activities.
Aesthetic Dermatology Update
Hand washing and hand sanitizer on the skin and COVID-19 infection risk
With regard to the effectiveness of hand washing against viruses, the length of time spent hand washing has been shown to have an impact on...
Case Letter
Rapid Development of Perifolliculitis Following Mesotherapy
Mesotherapy is a common procedure performed in both medical and nomedical settings for cosmetic rejuvenation. Complications can occur from...
Conference Coverage
Morning and evening skin care: What to tell patients
LAHAINA, HAWAII – “In the evening, it’s all about repairing their damage, so make sure they’re getting on a retinol.”
Conference Coverage
Patient counseling about what to expect with noninvasive skin tightening is key
LAHAINA, HAWAII – “You have to tell patients that this isn’t a replacement for a face-lift or a mini face-lift.”
Conference Coverage
Data back botulinum toxin for facial flushing, androgenetic alopecia
LAHAINA, HAWAII – “PRP certainly doesn’t do any better” than botulinum toxin for male pattern alopecia.
Aesthetic Dermatology Update
Vascular occlusion management
A working guideline for management of vascular occlusion attributable to hyaluronic acid fillers based on reports in the literature.
Cosmeceutical Critique
Cosmeceutical ingredients to use before and after antiaging procedures
Outcomes are improved when proper skincare is practiced before and after any type of dermatologic procedure.
Skin of Color
Racial Limitations of Fitzpatrick Skin Type
Fitzpatrick skin type (FST) was developed to assess the propensity of the skin to burn during phototherapy, but it also is commonly used by...