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Hot New Ingredient: UV Booster for Organic Sunscreens
Croda has introduced a UV booster for organic sunscreen actives.
Psoriasis Patients Have Higher Concentration of Newly Discovered Immune Cell
A recently discovered immune cell has been found to be more prevalent in the skin of psoriasis patients, bringing a possible target for research on aiding those with the disease.
Anti-aging Ingredient Possibly Linked to Tumor Development
The anti-aging ingredient aquaporin-3, or AQP3, should be used with caution according to Alan Verkman, a scientist with the University of California, as it may cause skin tumor formation.
New Methods Aid in Minimal Scars for Skin Cancer Patients
New techniques developed by dermatologists are helping them minimize the existence of scars left from skin cancer surgery.
New Research Shows Skin's Barrier Development
A small strand of RNA has been discovered by researchers at Rockefeller University that helps the skin form a tough, protective barrier, which yields further insight into skin's evolution and how it is continuing to evolve.
Physiology of the Skin: The Impact of Glycation on the Skin, Part 1
By Peter T. Pugliese, MD
Understand how to food choices you make can ultimately impact the health of your skin, as well as your overall well-being.
Eczema May Be Caused by Defect in Skin Barrier
New research show atopic dermatitis may be caused a defect in the skin's protective outer layer, causing irritation to be the result of microbes and allergens, and leading dermatologists to more sensitive treatments.
Acne May Prevent People from Exercising or Playing Sports
Research released from the University of Bath indicates people who suffer from acne are less likely to participate in sports or exercise due to a heightened awareness about the skin condition, resulting in a greater need to treat the acne.
Acupuncture May Alleviate Menstrual Pain
New research released by German researchers shows that in addition to treating other types of pain, acupuncture can be useful in helping women treat menstrual pain.
Radiation from Cell Phones May Affect Skin
Researchers in Finland have discovered the radiation produced by mobile, or cellular, phones has an effect of living skin tissue, though any related health issues have yet to be studied.