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The Truth Behind Skin Redness
By: Cynthia Price, MD
Learn the gold standards for treatment of the various conditions that cause client redness.
Repeated UV-exposure May Lead to Dependence Similar to Heroin Addiction
A study reveals that chronic exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation causes the release of endorphins, which act through the same pathway as heroin and related drugs, leading to physical dependence, tolerance, and addiction-like behavior in rodents.
Sunscreen Use in Childhood Prevents Malignant Melanoma in Adulthood
Research conducted at the Texas Biomedical Research Institute has established that the incidence of malignant melanoma in adulthood can be dramatically reduced by the consistent use of sunscreen in infancy and childhood.
Number of Moles Surprisingly Linked to Breast Cancer Risk
Counting the number of moles on a woman’s left arm could give doctors a simple new way to predict breast cancer risk, according to two new studies published in PLOS Medicine.
Novel Strategy for Treating Psoriasis Suggested
Environmental contaminants can trigger psoriasis and other autoimmune disorders, and it is thought that a protein called the aryl hydrocarbon receptor, which senses environmental toxins, could play a role.
Indoor Tanning—Even With No Burns—Raises Melanoma Risk
Indoor tanning raises the risk of developing melanoma even if a person has never had burns from either indoor or outdoor tanning, according to a study.
Dry vs. Dehydrated Skin: Causes and Treatments
By: Erin Ferrill
Once you determine the origin of your client's condition, the whole picture can be evaluated in order to develop an effective treatment plan.
Lighten Up–The Natural Way!
By: Natalie Pergar
Discover a number of natural alternatives to hydroquinone that have been shown to work for many types of hyperpigmentation.
Copper and Its Role in Collagen Development
By: Michael Q. Pugliese
Can this ancient beautifying metal bring a new shine to the professional skin care marketplace?
How Delivery Systems Change Skin Care Effectiveness
By: Marc A. Ronert, MD, PhD
Several methods can be used to increase the effectiveness of active ingredients for the skin and overcome the protective barrier.