Skin Care

In International Journal of Cosmetic Science, researchers determined the activity profile of bakuchiol in vitro, ex vivo and in vivo studies and compared the results with retinol.
Bakuchiol Shown to Reverse Cellular Mechanisms of Facial Aging
A paper published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science describes work to determine the activity profile of bakuchiol in vitro, ex vivo and in vivo in comparison with retinol.
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"Secret PRO’s innovative technology uniquely combines both fractional CO2 for skin resurfacing and RF microneedling for deep dermal remodeling*. This allows me to treat the full thickness of the skin," says Dr. Suzanne Sirota-Rozenberg in New York
Apr 18th, 2022
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Botulinum Toxins for UVB-induced Hyperpigmentation
One treatment site had a lower degree of hyperpigmentation at all time points; participants were more satisfied with the control site.
Apr 26th, 2022
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Woman blocking UV and pollution
Impaired Barrier Affects Skin's Sensitivity to UV Radiation
Apr 20th, 2022
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Apr 18th, 2022
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Ingredient Spotlight: Cannibidiol
Apr 15th, 2022
The results suggest a promising strategy to produce biological molecules within living systems for tissue protection.
How Photo-activatable Tyrosinase Triggers Artificial Melanin Synthesis
Apr 15th, 2022
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Young woman with acne.
Topical Antioxidant and Silymarin Serum Improves Facial Acne
After four weeks of product use, subjects showed statistically significant improvement in skin clarity, skin tone evenness and PIH/PIE which continued to improve through week 12.
Apr 13th, 2022
Woman before and after pore size reduction treatment
1,064-nm Picosecond Laser Reduces Pore Size by 30%
Researchers foun that the use of fractional 1,064-nm picosecond laser appear to be effective and safe in reducing pore size.
Apr 5th, 2022
Sun Pharmaceutical’s WINLEVI (clascoterone) cream 1% for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris showed favorable safety and efficacy data.
Phase 3 Data for WINLEVI Supports Efficacy for Acne
“Before WINLEVI became available, there was no topical medication available that was able to reduce sebum production, which is a major cause of acne.”
Mar 31st, 2022
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"Secret PRO’s innovative technology uniquely combines both fractional CO2 for skin resurfacing and RF microneedling for deep dermal remodeling*. This allows me to treat the full thickness of the skin," says Dr. Suzanne Sirota-Rozenberg in New York
Apr 18th, 2022
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Exploring Microgravity on Skin Health
PCA Skin launched a study on the International Space Station to explore the effects of microgravity on skin health.
Mar 16th, 2022
woman popping pimple
30% Salicylic Acid Chemical Peels Reduce Sebum Production
Chemical peels using 30% salicylic acid proved effective for acne, showing a cumulative effect on sebum production.
Mar 10th, 2022
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Ingredient Spotlight: Drone Peptide Technology
This delivery system provides targeted treatments for a variety of skin concerns.
Mar 10th, 2022
Female participants rated photos of males with high-functioning natural killer cells, which defend against viral infections and cancer, as more attractive.
How Natural Killer and White Blood Cells Correlate with Attractiveness
Perceived attractiveness correlates with levels of immunity and health entities in the skin, including natural killer cells, white blood cells and more, a study published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences reveals.
Mar 8th, 2022
B244 is a patented topical formulation, designed to repopulate the skin microbiome with beneficial bacteria frequently stripped away by most soaps.
AOBiome's Topical B244 Yields Pivotal Phase 2b Results for Pruritus, Eczema
"The efficacy observed after only 4 weeks is exciting; ... an effective non-steroidal, non-injectable therapy without black box warnings or laboratory monitoring is pretty much the holy grail..."
Feb 25th, 2022
Woman with melasma
Tranexamic Acid Enhances Efficacy of Fluocinolone for Melasma
When comparing combination treatment of oral tranexamic acid with fluocinolone-based TCC to fluocinolone-based TCC alone for the treatment of melasma, combination therapy provided superior results.
Mar 1st, 2022
Combining CBD and Retinol is effective in improving skin quality.
Combining Retinol with CBD for Skin Quality Improvement
“CBD is anti-inflammatory and pro-healing in nature. I believe that the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties provided by CBD are an essential component of protecting the skin and contribute to the graceful aging of any skin type," says Dr. Few.
Feb 18th, 2022
MicroRNA mechanisms were altered by exposure to the pollutants; although some alterations were indicative of skin's innate protection capacities.
Diesel Fumes, Ozone, UV Shown to Alter Skin MicroRNA
Environmental pollutants were shown to alter microRNA in human skin biopsies, as reported by a study published in the Journal of Personalized Medicine.
Feb 16th, 2022