In an analysis of the relationship between birth weight and allergies researchers have found that higher weight-to-gestational-age ratios more often result in children who suffer from allergies. Results of the study were published online ahead of print in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (Oct. 9, 2019).
Study Finds Skin Cancer Prevention Campaign to Be Effective
A new study has provided evidence that skin cancer prevention campaigns may be effective in reducing melanoma.
The study, published online ahead of print in PLOS Medicine (Oct. 8, 2019), looked at the Australian skin cancer prevention program, SunSmart.
Tanning Industry May Be Targeting Neighborhoods With Higher Ratio of Same Sex Couples
Tanning salons may be targeting neighborhoods with a higher percentage of same sex male couples, according to a new study. The study was published online ahead of print in JAMA Network Open (Oct. 4, 2019).
Therapy Using Exosomes From Human Skin Cells More Effective in Treating Sun Damage on Mice
Needle-free injections of human exsomes in mice are more effective in repairing sun-damaged skin cells than treatments such as retinol and stem cell therapy, according to a new proof-of concept study conducted by researchers at North Carolina State University.
Different Skin Cancer Therapies May Produce Varying Cosmetic Results
In a comparison of medical treatments for non-melanoma skin cancers, researchers found that Mohs micrographic surgery and brachytherapy treatments resulted better cosmetic outcomes more often.
Study: Molecules in topical creams behave differently than previously thought
Researchers have found that molecules in topical creams behave differently than previously thought, according to a study that will be presented as part of a presentation at the American Chemical Society 2019 National Meeting & Exposition this week in San Diego, California.
A New Understanding of How Loose RNA Affects Skin Cells May Lead to Novel Therapies
Researchers have uncovered the mechanism by which certain skin rejuvenation techniques work.
Study: Homemade Sunscreen Recipes Found on Pinterest May Leave Skin Vulnerable
Ineffective recipes for homemade sunscreens are being praised on social media platforms such as Pinterest, according to a new study. A study published online ahead of print in the journal Health Communication (May 21, 2019), investigated how homemade sunscreens were marketed, shared, and portrayed on Pinterest.
Women pay more for OTC facial moisturizers than men according to new study
Women pay more than men for the same facial moisturizer products according to a new study published online ahead of print in the in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology (April 15, 2019). In investigating the products sold by these retailers, researchers looked for marketing cues such as language, graphical design, and container shape to determine if products were priced differently based on which gender they were geared toward.
7 Skin Care Tips for Outdoor Gardeners
With gardening season fast approaching, the American Academy of Dermatology has released a list of 7 tips for avoiding skin problems while working with plants.
