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Minimizing Pore Size October 9th, 2011 Whether clogged with debris, enlarged by oiliness or weakened by time, all pores can be noticeably smaller. Instantly refine the appearance of skin's texture. Frequently Asked Questions Why do pores seem larger as we age? Chronic exposure to... [Read More]

Study Discovers Mechanism Behind Caffeine's Inhibition of UV-induced Cancer September 21st, 2011 Researchers at Rutgers have suggested that topical caffeine may help lower the risk of UV-induced skin cancer. The research team found that caffeine inhibits ataxia telangiectasia and Rad3-related (ATR) kinase, a protein enzyme in the skin,... [Read More]

Sensitive Skin Syndrome: Relationships Among Factors September 21st, 2011 Sensitive skin is a subjective, lay term that many consumers claim affects their comfort when using products that contact their skin. Approximately one-half of individuals surveyed in two research studies considered themselves to have sensitive... [Read More]

Comparatively Speaking: Keratinocyte vs. Corneocyte September 21st, 2011 Keratinocytes, the major cell type of the epidermis, are formed at the basal layer just above the dermis. They are metabolically active cells with normal constituents such as a nucleus and cytoplasm. Keratinocytes serve many important... [Read More]

Baumann skin types August 1st, 2011 The Baumann Skin Type system is a skin-type classification system consisting of 16 distinct skin syndromes. This classification system was developed by dermatologist and Professor of Dermatology at the University of Miami, Leslie Baumann, M.D.... [Read More]

April is National Rosacea Month: Do You Know How to Work With These Clients? April 21st, 2011 Today's expanding knowledge of the many potential signs and symptoms of rosacea can help unmask this widespread but poorly understood facial disorder now estimated to affect more than 16 million Americans. The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has... [Read More]

Corticosteroid Creams Safe for Kids With Eczema: Study April 21st, 2011 Many parents are concerned about the use of corticosteroid creams or lotions applied to the skin and this can lead to poorly managed eczema in children, the researchers explained. The most common fear among parents is that these ointments -- which... [Read More]

Hot New Ingredient: Cinnamomum subavenium Found to Safely Whiten Skin April 20th, 2011 During the 241st National Meeting and Exposition of the American Chemical Society (ACS), Hui-Min Wang, PhD, of Kaohsiung Medical University in Taiwan, reported that actives derived from the evergreen bush Cinnamomum subavenium, used in traditional... [Read More]

Children should learn there's no such thing as a `healthy tan' June 25th, 2010 Sun exposure has many harmful consequences, including skin cancer, sunburns, wrinkles and photoaging. Ultraviolet radiation from the sun directly damages DNA. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends that sun protection begin in infancy.... [Read More]

Botox may temporarily paralyze emotions, too June 25th, 2010 For Botox users concerned that the muscle-paralyzing injections will rob their face of its ability to show emotion, a new study suggests that people injected with the toxin might end up with less strong emotion to display in the first... [Read More]

Skin-Deep Anatomy Lessons March 22nd, 2010 No organ in the human body contributes more to the human experience than the skin. Clear, smooth and glowing skin dominates our aesthetic attention. We spend more time and money on caring for our skin then any other body part. Keeping our 22-square... [Read More]

Aging and Inflammation December 22nd, 2009 By: Peter T. Pugliese, MD Posted: November 24, 2009, from the December 2009 issue of Skin Inc. Magazine. Skin Inc. Magazine Editor’s note: Skin Inc. magazine recommends that all clients check with their physicians before incorporating... [Read More]

The Grades of Aging August 5th, 2009 Posted: June 29, 2009, from the July 2009 issue of Skin Inc. Magazine. Clients come to the spa and expect instant skin perfection. Of course, this is not possible, but through the implementation of well-planned treatment regimens, their skin... [Read More]

30 Skin Care Misconceptions June 3rd, 2009 Skin care professionals and consumers alike are bombarded daily with a myriad of information about skin care, skin science and skin health from the media, manufacturers and an ever-increasing number of physicians, all attempting to justify that what... [Read More]

Foods for Healthy Skin: You Are What You Eat November 19th, 2008 What you put on your plate is even more important than what you put on your skin. Want truly fabulous skin -- glowing, vibrant, and, yes, younger-looking skin? Make sure you're putting foods for healthy skin on your... [Read More]

Does nutrition make a difference in skin rejuvenation November 19th, 2008 It would be naive to believe that changing your nutrition is going to wipe out all your wrinkles or completely stop skin aging. But it is just as naive to think that you can eat (or neglect to eat) whatever you want without any... [Read More]

Vitamins, minerals and skin rejuvenation November 19th, 2008 Vitamins and minerals are essential for proper function of every organ in the body - and the skin is no exception. Furthermore, deficiencies of some vitamins and minerals are particularly detrimental to the skin and may result in skin diseases... [Read More]

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