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Can Skin Symptoms and Sebum Composition Help Diagnosis Parkinson’s Disease Early?

The Dermatology Digest

Can skin symptoms, odor, and sebum composition help diagnose Parkinson’s disease (PD) earlier than is currently possible? In addition, certain pathological changes are seen in both the skin and nervous system, and there are distinct metabolic changes in sebum composition among individuals with PD, the study notes.

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Sytheon's Synastol TC Oral Supplement Reduces Facial Sebum

MedEsthetics

Researchers investigated the effects TC would have on the skin via oral supplementation by conducting a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study using Synastol TC.

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Maui Derm News: One TheraClearX Treatment Reduces Cystic and Papular Acne Lesions

The Dermatology Digest

TheraClearX employs photopneumatic technology to deliver intense pulsed light utilizing vacuum technology with an additional needle insert; the vacuum pulls the tissue into the needle, penetrating the acne lesion and thereby creating a pathway for sebum extraction.

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Niacinamide 101: Why This Ingredient Is an All-Star

The Glow Edit

And last but certainly not least, research has also found that niacinamide can also balance excess sebum production. In a paper published in the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology , niacinamide was the only ingredient out of five popular actives to meet all three Kligman standards.

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Benefits Of Facial Oils

Eminence Organics

While lotions and serums are great for overall hydration, oil can tackle a range of specific issues: scar fading, de-aging, skin smoothing, even sebum balancing. Jojoba oil is also particularly special because it is the botanical substance that best mimics human sebum. Eminence Organics President Boldijarre Koronczay says: “.

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SkinMedica Rolls Out Two New Acne Products

The Dermatology Digest

In clinical studies, participants who used the SkinMedica Acne Clarifying Treatment and Pore Purifying Gel Cleanser noticed clearer skin while reporting that the products did not dry their skin out. Additionally, clinical study participants noted the treatment regimen helped calm their skin. .

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Managing Stressed Skin

Associated Skin Care Professionals

Blog Posts Stress has a wide range of clinical impacts on the skin including acne, inflammation, impaired skin barrier, hyperpigmentation, and suppressed immunity and wound healing. This oil-water imbalance can alter the skin’s pH and results in various clinical impacts on the skin. What is Stress?