Summary and Key Features Many cosmeceuticals have been developed to reduce facial redness based on the inclusion of anti-inflammatory agents The fastest way to reduce facial redness is with pigmented facial moisturizers or facial foundations Tea tree is found in…
You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in here
Summary and Key Features Cosmeceuticals are cosmetic products that contain bioactive ingredients with the intent to have a beneficial physiologic effect although there is no legal definition Contact dermatitis is one adverse reaction to cosmeceutical products and can be either…
Summary and Key Features UVB (290–320 nm) and UVA (320–400 nm) are the wavelengths responsible for human photoaging. Micronized versions of the inorganic sunscreen actives titanium dioxide (10–30 nm) and zinc oxide (10–200 nm) allow these agents to be used by many…
Summary and Key Features Growth factors play a major role in skin repair and regeneration Topical application of growth factors alters expression of key extracellular matrix genes Clinical evidence shows increased collagen production and decreased facial fine lines and wrinkles…
Summary and Key Features Some topical antioxidants (especially vitamins C and E, ubiquinone (coenzyme Q) and genestein) are effective in preventing UV damage to the skin (including sunburn, tanning, and skin cancer) and can reverse the appearance of wrinkles and…
Summary and Key Features Regenerative medicine involves stem cells and is typically defined as a process of replacing or regenerating human cells, tissues and organs in order to restore or re-establish normal function. Effective stem cell based cosmetics and cosmeceuticals…
Summary and Key Features Antiaging effects of cosmetic alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) have been demonstrated in rigorous clinical studies that have been published in peer-reviewed journals AHAs are commonly used as exfoliating agents, but their benefits are not limited to just…
Summary and Key Features Hyperpigmentation is a common skin problem that is particularly prevalent in middle-aged and elderly individuals that can detract from appearance and quality of life. Hydroquinone depigments skin by inhibiting the conversion of tyrosine to melanin by…
Summary and Key Features The stratum corneum is a dynamic structure that is continuously responding to a variety of daily exogenous factors that diminish its integrity and function The term ‘epidermal barrier’ is actually a collection of physiologic and homeostatic…