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5 Global Industry Trends Set to Transform the Aesthetics Empire

MedEsthetics

Get ready for the latest global aesthetic trends and innovations set to shape the future of the medical aesthetics industry! You don't want to miss these industry insights from the 2023 Merz Aesthetics Expert Summit!

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Engage and Excel: How to Create a System of Performance Assessment and Goal Achievement

Salon Today

A new tool for the New Year. Coach Nikki Le talks about the value of a well-done performance evaluation and offers you a downloadable resource tool to get you started.

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5 Global Industry Trends Set to Transform the Aesthetics Empire

MedEsthetics

Get ready for the latest global aesthetic trends and innovations set to shape the future of the medical aesthetics industry! You don't want to miss these industry insights from the 2023 Merz Aesthetics Expert Summit!

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4 Stylists Share Their Advice on Planning for the Post-Holiday Quiet Period

Beauty Launchpad

Cosmo Prof’s professional team members share their insights on how to sustain momentum into the new year and use these ‘slower seasons’ to advance in other areas in the industry such as education and training.

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Spa Treatments To Get Your Clients' Skin Ready For Winter

Eminence Organics

Spa Treatments To Get Your Clients' Skin Ready For Winter Winter is coming and — whether you’re excited about hot chocolate and snowball fights, or you’re curling up by the fire and nesting until spring — there’s no denying that the harsh weather can have a big impact on the skin. Read on to find out about some of the best spa treatments for winter and how to help your Clients navigate this cold, crisp season looking and feeling great.

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Skin Depth Ep 41 – December 21, 2023 – Best Convos of 2023

Lira Clinical

Best Convos of 2023 Let’s revisit highlights of the best moments from the past year and get you ready for another season of A SkinDepth Convo. Happy Holidays from Lira Clinical! Best Convos of 2023 Let’s revisit highlights of the best moments from the past year and get you ready for another season of A SkinDepth Convo. Happy Holidays from Lira Clinical!

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Drug, cosmetic or compounded retinoid: Which one should you use?

Lab Muffin Beauty Science

Retinoids are the gold standard skincare ingredients. They’re the next essential product after sunscreen, because they can help with so many skin issues, and there’s scientific evidence to back them up. But there are a lot of options, so it’s tricky to work out which one you should use – and it doesn’t help that there’s so much incorrect info.

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Bay Leaf Oil for Pain

Spa Industry Association

Nobody wants to deal with pain. Aside from hurting, it causes discomfort that can make it hard to enjoy the things that we love. While many medications can help with pain, living an active lifestyle and incorporating holistic healing methods like bay leaf oil can help you get more relief from your pain. Bay leaf oil is a type of essential oil, and while it’s not the only solution for your pain, it can help you reduce inflammation and reduce chronic pain from conditions like arthritis.

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Why an Essence Toner Deserves a Spot in Your Routine

The Glow Edit

While cleansers and serums tend to get top billing in your skin-care routine, other steps can offer a lot in the quest for your healthiest, glowing skin. Essence toners, our latest routine obsession, makes a big difference in the look and feel of your complexion. Instead of debating the merits of toner vs. essence, an essence toner is a hybrid of the two that offers the best of both worlds.

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Breakroom Banter Podcast: Where Beauty and Conversation Collide

Beauty Launchpad

In the dynamic world of beauty and salon culture, Breakroom Banter Podcast emerges as a refreshing and enlightening voice, offering a unique blend of industry insights, personal anecdotes, and engaging conversations.

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Can I Ask About Gun Ownership for My Safety?

Dermatology Times

Dr Derm has recently been sued by a patient for simply asking the question “Do you own a gun?” He seeks legal advice.

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ISPA Reveals 2023 New Product Awards Winners

Skin Inc

spa and wellness, skincare, skincare products, ISPA, spa business, cosmetics, facial skincare, skincare equipment, awards, skincare awards, beauty awards

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More Images of Patients With Psoriasis Are Needed in Published Studies

Dermatology Times

Most studies involving the treatment of psoriasis do not contain any images of patients, a review finds.

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Evolus on the Move:  Company Joins Forces With Symatese to Exclusively Distribute Next-Generation Dermal Fillers in Europe

The Dermatology Digest

Evolus, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement with Symatese to be the exclusive distributor in the United Kingdom (U.K.) and Europe of four unique dermal fillers in late-stage development with anticipated regulatory clearances in the second half of 2024 and commercialization under the brand name Estyme (pronounced “esteem”) fillers in 2025. This marks the second agreement Evolus has made with Symatese this year.

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Cellular Response Monitoring Provides Insight into Stable Vitiligo

Dermatology Times

Investigators evaluated vitiligo punch grafting effectiveness on stable vitiligo lesions.

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JAK of All Trades, Master of Some? New Research Highlights Tissue-Specific Roles of JAK Signaling

The Dermatology Digest

Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors are revolutionizing the way certain inflammatory diseases such as atopic dermatitis (AD) are being treated, but a more nuanced approach may be needed in modulating JAK activity for conditions like asthma. This is the main takeaway message from a new study in the December 21, 2023, issue of Cell. For the study, researchers used a mouse with a patient-specific mutation in the gene for JAK1 to show how this mutant protein causes disease and could be harnessed for broad

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Low Levels of Serum GLA in Rosacea Negatively Associated With Erythema, Anxiety, and Depression

Dermatology Times

Researchers observed lower levels of serum gamma linolenic acid in patients with rosacea.

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Boston Dermatologist Wins Skin Ageing & Challenges Best Scientific Award 2023 for Research on Skin Biology, Aging

The Dermatology Digest

Professor Vladimir A. Botchkarev, MD, PhD, a distinguished Professor of Dermatology and Co-Director at the Boston University Center for Aging Research, has received the Skin Ageing & Challenges Best Scientific Award for 2023. The award, which was presented at The Skin Ageing & Challenges 2023 Conference in Lisbon, is for his paper titled “Skin Aging in Long-Lived Naked Mole-Rats: Mechanisms and Perspectives.” This study delves into the aging process of naked mole rats’

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Expert Insights into Emerging Oral Psoriasis Treatments

Dermatology Times

Linda Stein-Gold, MD, Mona Shahriari, MD, and Micheal Cameron, MD, FAAD explore emerging oral treatments for the management of plaque psoriasis, emphasizing the novelty of TYK-2 inhibition. They discuss the unique POETYK trial design, stressing the importance of the inclusion of an active control arm. Lastly, they highlight the clinical efficacy of this novel treatment MOA.

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Winter Sunscreen: Shielding Your Skin from UV Rays

Texas Dermatology

As winter skies tend to be cloudy and gray, it’s easy to assume that the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays take a hiatus. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Many people underestimate the importance of using sunscreen during the winter months, believing that the cold weather offers a natural shield against UV radiation.

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TDD Alopecia Pipeline Watch: Enrollment Complete for Equillium’s Phase 2 Study of EQ101 in AA

The Dermatology Digest

Equillium, Inc. has completed enrollment of the EQ101 Phase 2 study in alopecia areata, the Company reports. EQ101 is a first-in-class, selective, tri-specific inhibitor of interleukin (IL)-2, IL-9 and IL-15. The study enrolled 36 patients, of which 13, or 36%, had severe alopecia areata. The study remains ongoing, but EQ101 has been well tolerated over the 24-week dosing period.

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Case 1: Female, 42 Years Old

Dermatology Times

Elizabeth Kiracofe, MD, FAAD presents a case of a 42-year-old woman with facial vitiligo, emphasizing the need for personalized treatment plans. She shares insights on patient follow-up, monitoring practices, and physician preferences in treatment modalities based on the vehicle.

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Evolus on the Move:  Company Joins Forces With Symatese to Exclusively Distribute Next-Generation Dermal Fillers in Europe

The Dermatology Digest

Evolus, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement with Symatese to be the exclusive distributor in the United Kingdom (U.K.) and Europe of four unique dermal fillers in late-stage development with anticipated regulatory clearances in the second half of 2024 and commercialization under the brand name Estyme (pronounced “esteem”) fillers in 2025. This marks the second agreement Evolus has made with Symatese this year.

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Practical Approaches to Atopic Dermatitis: Real-World Case Analyses

Dermatology Times

Shawn Kwatra, MD, introduces a video program providing insights from a case-based roundtable conversation, discussing the management of atopic dermatitis across diverse age groups and skin types. The discussion centers on understanding the complexities of the presented cases, the considerations regarding topical versus systemic treatments, and the administrative challenges associated with prior authorizations.

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Case 2: Male, 35 Years Old

Dermatology Times

Dr. Elizabeth Kiracofe discusses a case of unstable vitiligo in a 35-year-old male, addressing the impact of an outdoor lifestyle on treatment, the efficacy of topical ruxolitinib, and its utility in difficult-to-repigment areas.

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Navigating TYK-2 Inhibitor Use for Psoriasis Maintenance and Long-Term Benefits

Dermatology Times

Experts in dermatology delve into patient communication regarding treatment expectations, emphasizing the significance of ongoing follow-up and maintenance practices. They also address the safety, tolerability, and comfortability aspects associated with the use of this novel TYK-2 inhibitor, drawing insights from long-term clinical trial data.

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Case Based Roundtables Part 2: Valorizing Topical Treatment Options for Patients With Vitiligo

Dermatology Times

Delve into challenging vitiligo cases and solutions discussed at recent Dermatology Times Case Based Roundtable events across the country.

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Frontline Forum Sneak Peek: Expert Insights on Psoriasis Treatment Guidelines

Dermatology Times

Read the top 10 takeaways from a recent discussion among experts in the management of plaque psoriasis.