Pigmentation Disorders
From the Cosmetic Dermatology Archives
Treatment of Minocycline-Induced Hyperpigmentation With a 755-nm Q-Switched Alexandrite Laser: A Case Report
Cutaneous hyperpigmentation is a common side effect of long-term minocycline use. Several laser treatments have been successful in treating...
From the Cosmetic Dermatology Archives
Melasma Myths
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Article
Malignant Acanthosis Nigricans and Tripe Palms Associated With Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
Malignant acanthosis nigricans is a disease that has an abrupt onset and is most commonly associated with gastric adenocarcinoma. It also has...
From the Cosmetic Dermatology Archives
Lasers for the Treatment of Pigmented Lesions
Various laser and light systems have been developed specifically for the treatment of pigmented skin lesions. These lesions include both the...
Original Research
The Taylor Hyperpigmentation Scale: A New Visual Assessment Tool for the Evaluation of Skin Color and Pigmentation
The Taylor Hyperpigmentation Scale is a new visual scale developed to provide an inexpensive and convenient method to assess skin color and...
Pediatric Dermatology
Pityriasis Alba
Pityriasis alba (PA) is a common benign condition in children that has no definitive treatment. Its etiology and pathogenesis are still poorly...
Article
Frictional Asymptomatic Darkening of the Extensor Surfaces
Frictional asymptomatic darkening of the extensor surfaces (FADES), also known as hyperkeratosis of the elbows and knees, is commonly seen by...
Skin of Color
The Stepwise Approach to the Treatment of Melasma
Melasma is a symmetric progressive hyperpigmentation of facial skin that occurs in all races but has a predilection for darker skin phenotypes....
Original Research
Corrective Cosmetics Are Effective for Women With Facial Pigmentary Disorders
Visible facial lesions are a common and burdensome skin problem. This study examines the impact of corrective cosmetics in women with severe...
Article
Cutaneous Hyperpigmentation Due to Chronic Quinine Ingestion
Striking hyperpigmentation developed on the arms of a 66-year-old man following protracted oral ingestion of quinine. Although this phenomenon is...
Article
Linear Congenital Becker Nevus
Becker nevus is an acquired disorder that usually manifests in late childhood or adolescence as a hyperpigmented hypertrichotic patch usually...