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Disruptive Innovation: New Wearable Sensor Measures Skin Feel

The Dermatology Digest

The patent-pending device allows scientists to speed up their analysis of skincare cosmetic products by up to 10 times and yet costs just a fraction of the existing expensive skin-testing panels. Typical skin-test panels consist of skincare product reviewers who represent a defined user demographic depending on the nature of the study.

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The Brand Used in This Spa’s #1, Most-Booked Treatment

Lipgloss and Aftershave

Laura opened Sparkle Spa in 2011 in Wauwatosa and moved it to its current location at the Elm Grove Park and Shop in 2014. Skincare has always been an important part of my daily life, but I’m also a caregiver and enjoy connecting with people on a personal level,” Laura says.

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Bakuchiol – Vegan Retinol – What is all the hype about?

First Derm

Every pharmaceutical and skincare company worth their while has a retinol-containing product in the range, and often multiple formulations. Cosmetic commentary: Is bakuchiol the new “skincare hero”? – Spierings – 2020 – Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology – Wiley Online Library 2.

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Damaged Skin Barrier? What to Know and How to Protect It

First Derm

By understanding its role its layers and the cells involved in its composition we can lay a foundation for a proactive skincare routine that preserves its integrity, for radiant and healthy-looking skin. Emphasizing pH-Balanced Skincare Maintaining the skin’s natural pH balance, which typically falls in the range of 4.5

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Skin Fissures and Split Fingertips

First Derm

Nutrients , 9 (8). link] Michalak, M., Pierzak, M., Kręcisz, B., & Suliga, E. Bioactive Compounds for Skin Health: A Review. Nutrients , 13 (1), 1–31. link] Quondamatteo, F. Skin and diabetes mellitus: what do we know? Cell and Tissue Research , 355 (1), 1–21. link] Howell, J. Y., & Ramsey, M. Squamous Cell Skin Cancer. StatPearls.

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Cannabinoids for the Treatment of Dermatologic Conditions

First Derm

January 2014:261-308. Cannabinoid pharmacology: the first 66 years. British Journal of Pharmacology. 2006;147(S1). doi: [link] Koob GF, Arends MA, Michel Le Moal. Cannabinoids. Elsevier eBooks. doi: [link] Pisanti S, Bifulco M. Medical Cannabis : A plurimillennial history of an evergreen. Journal of Cellular Physiology. 2018;234(6):8342-8351.

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How to Prevent Lip Thinning and Keep Your Lips Full and Youthful as You Age

Alison Bladh

While lip fillers are an option, a holistic approach that includes hydration, nutrition, skincare, and massage techniques can help maintain youthful, plump lips naturally. Addressing these changes requires a combination of targeted skincare, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications to stimulate natural regeneration. Ganceviciene, R.,