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Licorice Extract Protects the Skin from UV-induced Stress
Feb 24, 2015
New research introduces a new plant-derived agent, which protects skin from the harmful effects of UV irradiation.
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5 Myths of Redheads’ Skin Exposed
Feb 20, 2015
Many assume that redheaded skin is all the same, when in reality, it’s as varied as the person.
Secrets of Skin-based Immunity
Feb 17, 2015
Scientists have discovered a new mechanism by which immune cells in the skin function as the body's 'border control', revealing how these cells sense whether lipid molecules might indicate the presence of foreign invaders.
Identical Twins Key to Unlocking Rosacea?
Feb 12, 2015
Daniel Popkin, MD, and colleagues were awarded $25,000 by the NRS to study the facial microbiomes of identical twins in whom only one has rosacea.
Registration Open for World Psoriasis & Psoriatic Arthritis Conference
Feb 11, 2015
July 2015 conference aims at increasing understanding of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis in order to improve patient outcomes.
Melanoma Breakthrough: New Mechanism May Lead to Drug Resistance, Metastasis
Feb 5, 2015
A newly discovered mechanism—EphA2 protein activity—may lead to drug resistance and metastasis in melanoma patients. Researchers are investigating strategies to counteract this novel mechanism.
Epignetic Factors into Formation of Metastases in Malignant Skin Cancer
Jan 28, 2015
Until now, a melanoma's rampant growth was mainly attributed to genetic causes, however, researchers from the University of Zurich now reveal that so-called epigenetic factors play a role.
Taming the Tempest: Autoimmunity & Skin Effects of Lupus
Jan 8, 2015
Research and statistics have demonstrated a commonality in the link between autoimmune disease and the correlation of skin symptoms, which may greatly impact esthetic care.
Why Skin Care Products Work Sometimes, But Not Others
Jan 8, 2015
Why is it that a cosmeceutical works so well on one client for reducing wrinkles, redness and pore size, but does not work at all for another? The answer is bioavailability.
Free Radicals Might Not Be All Bad
Jan 7, 2015
Free radicals might not be all bad, according to researchers from the University of California, San Diego. Andrew Chishold, PhD, and his fellow researchers found reactive oxygen species (ROS) to be beneficial to wound healing.
Scientists Find Potential Way to Block Sun-induced Skin Aging
Dec 17, 2014
A scientific team at UBC and Providence Health Care have genetically engineered mice with less wrinkled skin, despite repeated exposure to wrinkle-inducing ultraviolet (UV) light.
Eczema & Short Stature Link Not Found
Dec 17, 2014
Eczema was not associated overall with short stature in an analysis of data from several studies, according to a study published online by JAMA Dermatology.
Natural Selection Furthering Pale Skin Mutations
Dec 9, 2014
A piece of research has concluded that skin depigmentation in Europeans has taken place through an adaptive process furthered by natural selection.
Glycated Sugar: Why It Kills Skin and What to Do About It
Dec 8, 2014
To be direct: Sugar kills skin. It can turn an ivory-smooth complexion into a lunar surface of wrinkled, crépey, irritated skin. And this can happen quickly.
Inflammatory Discovery Sheds Light on Psoriasis
Dec 3, 2014
Inflammatory skin diseases, such as psoriasis, may result from abnormal activation of cell death pathways previously believed to suppress inflammation, a surprise finding that could help to develop new ways of treating these diseases.
Neurodermatitus Aggravated by Bacterial Infections
Nov 25, 2014
The skin condition neurodermatitis affects nearly one in four children and also occurs frequently in adults.
Cellulite Revisited
Nov 2, 2014
The first thing skin care professionals must understand is that cellulite is not an issue related primarily to adipose (fat) tissue. It is a connective tissue disorder—not really a disease.
Comedogenicity—A Complicated Conversation
Nov 2, 2014
Clients and skin care professionals alike search through ingredient labels looking for terms such as “noncomedogenic” or “nonclogging,” but what does this term really mean and does it have validity?
Understanding Nutrients, Deficiencies and Skin Conditions
Nov 2, 2014
Recently, the cases of nutrition-related health disorders have risen substantially, making gastrointestinal disorders—such as celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome and Crohn’s disease—and inflammatory skin conditions—such as eczema, psoriasis, acne and rosacea—commonplace.
Are Exotic Oils the Next Little Black Dress?
Nov 2, 2014
The natural molecular composition of exotic oils enables them to be easily absorbed by the skin, delivering potent antifungal, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory benefits from various plants, fruits, vegetables and fats.
