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Could PPAR-α Activation Be as Big a Breakthrough as Retinoids?

Could PPAR-α Activation Be as Big a Breakthrough as Retinoids?

Research published in Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology shows a plant-derived complex activated PPAR-α, in turn accelerating barrier repair functions in human skin explants. This finding could be as big a breakthrough as retinoid

The majority of subjects had fat loss and an increase in abdominal muscle thickness following treatment with the Accufit.

Accufit Muscle Activation Decreases Abdominal Fat Layer

Ultrasound imaging showed an increase in abdominal muscle thickness with a decrease in the abdominal fat layer for most patients.

Before and After Melasma Treatment

Nd:YAG Provides Long-Term Results for Melasma Treatment

Researchers deemed the use of low-fluence 1064 nm QSNY laser as an effective, safe and noninvasive treatment method for reducing the appearance of melasma in skin types II-III.

The results of the barbed PDO thread lifts lasted more than 24 weeks.

Barbed PDO Sutures Highly Effective for Aesthetic Corrections

At Week 24, the aesthetic improvement rate was 80% to 100%.

Physicians and patients on the most common aesthetic concerns, desires and treatment goals.

Physician vs. Patient Perceptions of Aesthetic Procedures

Researchers surveyed 14,584 aesthetically conscious men and women as well as 1,315 physicians with at least two years’ experience in aesthetic medicine in 18 countries.

The mouse study revealed that SFV gel, fat and tretinoin all reversed photoaging, with SVF gel demonstrating the greatest therapeutic effect

SVF Superior to Fat and Tretinoin in Reversing Photoaging

Injection of stromal vascular fraction gel had the strongest effect on stimulating fibroblasts and increasing the expression of transforming growth factor β1, propeptide of type-I procollagen and Smad 2.

Transoral vs. percutaneous filler injections for cheek volumization.

[Cheek Volumization] Transoral vs. Percutaneous Filler Injections

"The transoral approach for cheek volumization with hyaluronic acid was shown as a safe, effective technique that provides more comfort and minor sensation of pain than the traditional percutaneous approach."

Woman with strong jawline

Soft Tissue Filler Safe and Durable for Jawline Enhancement

The highly cross-linked HA filler for jawline enhancement produced durable results with a high patient satisfaction rate.

Er:YAG laser-assisted deliver of kojic acid is effective in the treatment of melasma.

Er:YAG + Kojic Acid Significantly Improves Melasma

The study included 25 patients, who were randomly treated in a split-face mode with either kojic acid alone on one side or kojic acid combined with fractional Er:YAG laser on the other side.

Women getting filler in perioral region

Non-cross-linked HA Filler Improves Firmness and Elasticity in Perioral Region

Researchers found that the non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid-based filler increased skin firmness and elasticity in the lateral canthal and perioral region.

Reviewing the role of diet and supplementation in skin health.

[Review] The Role of Diet and Nutrition in Skin Disease

Based on their findings, the authors concluded that there are varying levels of evidence with some notable associations between nutrition and skin disease.

$Subject assessment showed high satisfaction and treatment tolerability for nanofractional RF.$

Nanofractional RF for Rhytids and Acne Scars

At the six-week and 12-week follow-up visits, subjects were satisfied with their results, and the treatments were well tolerated at all treatment sessions.

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Foam from Tropical Frogs Could Improve Transdermal Actives Delivery

The foam produced by Túngara frogs during mating could improve the transdermal delivery of actives through the skin, according to an open access paper published by The Royal Society Publishing.

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Formulating Targeted Topicals for Skin

How formulators work to ensure active ingredients reach their intended targets in the skin.

Niacinamide molecule

Ingredient Spotlight: Niacinamide

This multi-purpose ingredient has been shown to help with a wide range of skin concerns, including acne and eczema.

EMMS treatment leads to high patient satisfaction.

EMMS Treatments Deliver High Patient Satisfaction

Following electromagnetic muscle stimulation treatments, the majority of patients reported feeling more confident, happier in their overall appearance and feeling and looking better in clothes.

One session of PRF injections noticeably rejuvenated the lip area.

Platelet-rich Fibrin Improves Lip Lines

A single session of i-PRF+ injections resulted in significant lip rejuvenation with no significant change in lip volume.

Researchers used ultrasonography image scanning to track the course and location of vessels in the glabella region.

[Filler Safety] Rethinking Glabella Injection Points

“To ensure safety, the cannula entry point or needle puncture point for glabella augmentation should be reconsidered.”

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