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Archive for November, 2009

Based on an extensive review of the highest quality scientific literature on psoriasis and the opinion of recognized psoriasis experts, the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy) has released new guidelines of care for the management and treatment of psoriasis with ultraviolet (UV) light therapy, also known as phototherapy. Recommendations for the use of the most [...]
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As our outermost layer, our skin speaks volumes about our health, and is an outward sign of what’s going on in our bodies and minds. So, in order to maintain and preserve the health of your skin, you may need to monitor more than just what you put on it.
“Everything we consume and all that [...]
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Every woman likes to be the center of attention, to be careful with the way she looks and the accessories she wears, the way she styles her hair or wears her makeup.
Regardless the style and the chosen colors there are rules that have to be followed, in order to have a well [...]
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Experts say that consuming white wine frequently can damage your teeth, which many wine makers and tasters are aware of.
According to Nutritional Research reports, pale plonk packs an acidic punch that erodes enamel far more than red wine.
Teeth damage is due to pH and duration of contact with the teeth, but not due to wine’s [...]
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J Cosmet Dermatol. 2009 Sep; 8(3): 181-5
Herane MI, Fuenzalida H, Zegpi E, De Pablo C, Espadas MJ, Trullás C, Mirada A, Martin GG

BACKGROUND: Hydrating and emollient products are often recommended to patients under isotretinoin therapy to control the most frequent mucocutaneous side effects and to improve adherence to treatment. AIMS: To assess, using noninvasive biophysical tests, the clinical and instrumental effectiveness of a hydrating gel-cream compared with placebo as an adjuvant to isotretinoin for treatment of facial skin in patients with inflammatory acne. METHODS: Prospective, double-blind, randomized study, using MULTI SKIN MC750, on the adjuvant effect of a hydrating gel-cream for acne (active product) vs. a gel-cream without active substances (placebo). Follow-up lasted 3 months. RESULTS: Sixty-six patients were included. Thirty-four were administered the active product, and 32 placebo. Though the number of lesions fell significantly in both groups, the mean number of papules on day 30 was significantly lower in the active product group. The active product group showed a significant increase in hydration, while the placebo group showed a significant increase in transepidermal water loss (TEWL). Seborrhoea decreased significantly in both groups; there were no differences between them. CONCLUSIONS: Compared with placebo, the specific gel-cream with active products as an adjuvant to oral isotretinoin improved hydration, prevented TEWL increase, and reduced inflammatory acne lesions after 30 days.
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