Managing Keratosis Pilaris with Lactic Acid
11/11/2009 -
The American Academy of Dermatology estimates 20 to 40 percent of the population may suffer from keratosis pilaris (KP), which is caused by protein in the skin, called keratin, forming hard plugs within the hair follicle. KP is best managed with moisturizers containing lactic acid.
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A Natural Approach to Rosacea
06/26/2009 - Skin ailment such as acne, rosacea and eczema plague many consumers today. They are often highly visible and hard to treat. Rosacea causes facial redness and sensitivity, often forming into noticeable inflamed bumps and pimples. It affects about 10 percent of the population and is commonly treated with antibiotics and previously, sulfur-containing creams.The natural skin care market can offer...
Exploring the Benefits Of New Ingredients For Today’s Common Skincare Challenges
05/21/2009 - One of the biggest trends in professional skincare today at dermatology offices, salons, spas and medical centers is how to determine and use the most effective ingredients to combat particular skincare challenges. While some are lucky enough to have perfect skin, most people require help from various skincare products to combat problems such as skin dehydration, fine lines and wrinkles,...
Marketers Seek to Soothe the Eczema Itch
02/27/2009 - Eczema can’t be cured and its exact cause is unknown; however, with a rise in diagnoses of the chronic skin condition, marketers are offering an increasingly broad range of products to address the symptoms. Jennifer Kingson, writing in the NYTimes.com “Skin Deep” column, examined the push-pull among consumers seeking relief, dermatologists recommending combination OTC and...
What Lies Beneath: Getting to the Root of Acne
11/26/2008 - Acne, the bane of every woman, has been valiantly battled over the years with many different products.Today, skin care product formulators are more educated in the science behind acne and are moving away from products with harsh chemicals to more natural formulas with skin-soothing ingredients, according to an exclusive interview with the director of education from Sothys-USA. ...