There are many creative ways to decorate nails and many preparations to do so: nail polish, gel polish hybrid, gel nails, or acrylic nail powders, for example. A recent study looked at the effects of applying these substances to the nail plate and the changes in pH of the nail […]
April 1, 2019
Lactobionic and lactic acids are commonly used in both exfoliating and moisturizing products. Both molecules contain hydroxyl groups which makes them capable of bonding to water in the skin and thus are highly moisturizing. The different structure of each molecule makes them uniquely suited to different functions in the skin […]
April 1, 2019
The forms of alopecia where the hair follicle is destroyed are considered scarring, while others types do not destroy the follicle and are therefore non-scarring. Examples of scarring alopecia are lichen planopilaris (LPP) or discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE), and non-scarring alopecia includes alopecia areata, androgenetic alopecia (AGA), syphilis, and trichotillomania. […]
March 25, 2019
There are clear guidelines for caring for newborn skin in order to defend against pathogens, prevent fluid loss and dehydration, and keep electrolytes in balance. However, preterm infants (born earlier than 37 weeks) are even more vulnerable as the skin barrier is significantly compromised, and standard guidelines are not yet […]
March 25, 2019
Patients with psoriasis are at increased risk for other comorbid diseases that involve inflammatory processes. There have been studies that link psoriasis and Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC), two forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). As progress has been made to understand the pathogenesis of both diseases, treatment […]
March 19, 2019
Zinc oxide is a very effective sunscreen and is used in both chemical and physical barrier sunscreens. The nanoparticle formulation (ZnO-NPs) helps minimize the appearance of zinc on the skin, so it is popular in cosmetic use. There are consumer concerns that nanoparticles may not be safe. A 2017 National […]
March 19, 2019