Skin Science

PALM SPRINGS, CALIF.—Skin 2 Skin™ Care was awarded the number three spot at this year’s Cosmoprof North America. Selected for its superior, cutting-edge formulas, Skin 2 Skin showcased the future of advanced, anti-aging skincare technology. “We are honored to be chosen as one of Cosmoprof’s Top 15 Discoveries,” said Ken Simpson, CEO of Skin 2 Skin Care. “We are committed …

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 benefits …

ANN ARBOR, Mich.—Efudx, a topical fluorouracil cream that is used to treat the early signs of skin cancer, causes epidermal injury, which stimulates wound healing and dermal remodeling resulting in improved appearance, according to researchers at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (Arch Dermatol. 2009;145(6):659-666). In a non-randomized, open-label two-week treatment with fluorouracil cream, 5 percent, followed by clinical and …

CAMPINAS, Brazil—A Brazilian study found the reduction in the inflammatory process, as well as the antioxidant protection against deleterious elements from treatment with an herbal compound may be considered an integral approach to preserve the integrity of vascular endothelium, preventing the hemodynamic congestion that culminates in the formation of “dark circles” around the eyes (J Cosmet Derm 2009;8(2):127-135). Researchers wanted …

MCLEAN, Va.—The concurrent pneumatic topical application of polyphenolic antioxidants reduced lipid peroxidation and skin dehydration in intense pulsed light therapy (IPL)-treated skin in a recent study (J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2009) (DOI:10.1080/14764170902984887). Researchers concluded polyphenolic antioxidants may confer a protective effect on facial skin and enhance the effects of IPL therapy. In a split-face study, 10 volunteers underwent three full-face …