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In the last 15 years or so, laser technology has been used to eliminate unwanted hair, birthmarks, burns, or to reduce wrinkles and skin deformities that can be socially crippling. Laser resurfacing is now a major industry, and used for both cosmetic purposes — like getting rid of acne scars and blemishes — to curing skin abnormalities like port wine…

If you’re desperate to get rid of eczema but you’re on a budget, you don’t want to see a dermatologist. According to a new study from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, brand name drugs are prescribed nearly three times more often by…

There’s a whole slew of smartphone apps that have become increasingly useful in the healthcare field. In fact, there are over 13,000 apps designed to educate people on their health and provide diagnosis. However, a study…

Skin health is considered to be a reflection of the body’s overall well-being. That’s why it’s so important to incorporate prevention measures in your skin care regimen at an early age, which means regular visits to the dermatologist. Here are three ways a dermatologist can help you maintain good skin health:

Anti-aging. Dermatologists cannot magically reverse aging skin, but they can definitely help prevent the signs. Your…

The eight people slated to train at the University of Buffalo’s dermatology program at the Jacobs School of Medicine must now find an alternative residency. Following an annual review and site visit, the Accreditation Council on Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) has just decided to cancel the program’s accreditation as of June 30. The dermatology…

Why does Dr. Evil have that giant facial scar? Does Darth Vader actually wear that mask to cover his periorbital dark circles? Hollywood villains are often depicted with skin conditions and deformities such as deep rhytides and verruca vulgaris as a way to distinguish them from the “good guys.” A new study published in JAMA has determined that 60 percent of the most…

The relentless trial-and-error process for people with eczema might be over for some. Pfizer’s Eucrisa, a phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE-4) inhibitor ointment that treats mild to moderate atopic dermatitis, or eczema, has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The approval comes after two successful placebo-controlled trials with 1,522 participants with…

From holistic remedies to Accutane, millions of people in the U.S. are on a constant struggle to find the right cure for their acne. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, a whopping 85 percent of young people between the ages of 12 and 14 have at least a minor case of acne. However, a lab at the University of California, San Diego is working to revolutionize the way we approach the…

The anti-aging industry has grown to larger-than-life proportions. The desire to obliterate wrinkles and reacquire that lustrous mane of hair of one’s youth has spawned a global market raking in hundreds of billions of dollars a year. That’s why it should be no surprise that Samumed, a relatively new regenerative medicine brand, is now the…

A good workout can do wonders for the body, but it can also have adverse effects on the skin. Taking precautions before and after you jump in a game of pick up or hop on your 10-speed is critical to keeping your skin healthy and lustrous. Here are five ways you can maintain your complexion and still stay in shape:

1. Less is more. Before you hit the elliptical, make sure that your face is free from…

Dublin-based Botox maker, Allergan has announced they’re acquiring Zeltiq, a medical technology company responsible for Coolsculpting, a U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved procedure that eliminates fat through a cooling system. Although Allergan is vying for Zeltiq’s unique fat-freezing technology, the deal scheduled to close later in 2017 is already experiencing hiccups.

In the $2.48 billion acquisition, Allergan has…

These days, everyone’s dressed like they’re about to lift weights or hit the treadmill. From leggings to swanky sweatshirts to sleek yoga pants, althleisure is the reigning fashion trend — for better or worse. Several makeup lines have released products intended to complement sports bras and tank tops. According to designers, althleisure makeup is designed to stay in place and not melt or drip while exercising.

Birchbox, Sweat…

There are some 1.6 million Americans who grapple with the embarrassment of that blaze of reddish-pink that has somehow latched onto our skin. Regardless of the slew of creams and medications, there doesn’t seem to be a cure-all for eczema. That is, until recently. This past October, two large clinical trials determined that nearly 40 percent of participants who used Dupilumab, a new biologic, saw all or nearly all of their eczema disappear.…

The American Academy of Dermatology has sworn in a new president. Henry W. Lim of Detroit has assumed the highest position in the world’s largest dermatologic organization. Presidents only serve for one year, and Lim will replace Abel Torres, MD, JD, who headed up the AAD in 2016.…

Making it as a creep in the medical field is no easy feat. Nurse technician James Close was charged with filming naked women receiving skin procedures with his cell phone at Penn Medicine Dermatology.

On February 13, a 17-year-old female patient was undergoing radiation treatment when noticed she was being recorded by Close’s cell phone, which lay on the floor. After filing a criminal complaint, police investigators discovered…

The obsession for perfect skin has become an American value. In fact, according to a report from the Global Cosmetic Industry, the skincare market is expected to make $11 billion in 2018. Brands like Proactiv became a global sensation with the endorsements of such A-list celebrities like Lindsay Lohan, Alicia…

YouTube is chock full of creative make-up tutorials and trendy beauty tips, so much so that sometimes it’s difficult to decipher fact from myth. Los Angeles-based dermatologist Sonia Batra, MD, investigated some of the various techniques that were being promoted by various YouTube beauty charlatans, and learned of some the harming repercussions.…