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Medical Grade Skincare vs. Over-the-Counter Products: What’s the Difference?

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Also known as pharmaceutical-grade , medical-grade skincare is exactly what it sounds like - products that are both developed and tested by medical professionals. Gentle and non-irritating Medical-grade skincare products are formulated to be gentle and non-irritating, which is especially important for those with sensitive skin.

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Derm-Biome Adds Dr. Jerry Tan to Its Scientific Advisory Board

The Dermatology Digest

Jerry Tan, MD, is joining Derm-Biome Pharmaceuticals, Inc.’s The acne market is changing, as consumers seek safer and more natural topical alternatives that offer faster results with low irritation. s Scientific Advisory Board. Jerry Tan and his vast knowledge to our team.

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The Power of Tech-Nature: How Sesha Fuses Biotech with Botanical Brilliance

Lipgloss and Aftershave

This innovation became known as Permeation Enhancement Technology (P.E.T.) , and in 2002, it powered an FDA-approved pharmaceutical product. This FDA-approved tech was developed for pharmaceuticals and now powers the penetration of heavyweight molecules like peptides, growth factors, and vitamins deep into the skin. Translation?

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Retinol Serum: Is It Safe for Kids and Teens?

First Derm

According to the National Institutes of Health, a key difference is the relative thinness of a child’s skin compared to an adult’s, which makes it more susceptible to irritation and chemical burns from potent active ingredients like those found in retinol serum. Sunscreen : Sun protection is crucial for young skin.

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Benefits of the Trigger Point Massage

Hollywood Institute

Not only is this condition curable, but you aren’t restricted to opioids or other pharmaceutical treatments. Trigger points don’t necessarily limit their damage to the knotted muscle—the trigger point might irritate the surrounding nerves, causing pain radiating to other body parts.

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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. If you could have a product that offered all the anti-aging benefits of retinol, without the irritant potential, wouldn’t you want to try it as well? So, what is Bakuchiol?

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"Safe" Beauty E-Summit 2022 Replay!

The Eco Well Blog

Dr M has over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biopharma and cosmetics industries. This collaborative research resulted in multiple papers on how detergents interact with the skin - the first step in the irritation process. Dr. Simion joined the Andrew Jergens Co. part of the Kao Group) in 1992.