Scientists Discover Protein That Plays a Key Role in Skin Aging
A scientific collaboration has found that the IL-17 protein plays a key role in skin aging, with its temporary inhibition resulting in delayed aging symptoms….
A scientific collaboration has found that the IL-17 protein plays a key role in skin aging, with its temporary inhibition resulting in delayed aging symptoms….
Healthcare professionals often substitute alcohol-based hand sanitizers and harsh soaps for skin-friendly cleansers in order to treat or prevent irritant contact dermatitis. Gentle cleansers are…
Genome sequencing reveals genetic basis for disabling pansclerotic morphea, a severe inflammatory disease. Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and their colleagues have…
A new analysis reveals how Staphylococcus aureus gains mutations that allow it to colonize eczema patches. Human skin is home to millions of microbes. One…
Addition of rosmarinic acid at a mere 0.1% reduced the amount of sunscreen needed to protect the skin, increased the sun protection factor by more…
Cocklebur extracts could protect skin, speed wound healing, and ward off wrinkles. The fruit of the cocklebur plant, which grows worldwide and is often considered…
Malignant melanoma is a relatively aggressive type of skin cancer. When detected early, it is usually treatable by surgical resection only, but metastases develop often…
A study conducted by the University of Eastern Finland and Kuopio University Hospital found that fewer cases of melanoma were observed among regular users of…
Patients experienced significant improvement in their symptoms, even up to 20 weeks after they had stopped taking the medication. Mount Sinai researchers have reported promising…
New research says yes. The most common chronic, recurrent, inflammatory skin disorder in children is atopic dermatitis (AD), also known as atopic eczema, and it…
Researchers have developed a new cream that, when applied 15 minutes prior to cold exposure, can effectively prevent frostbite in mice. This cream combines dimethyl…
AMBLor®, a new test from Newcastle University, accurately assesses the risk of early-stage melanomas spreading, enabling tailored patient management and reducing follow-up visits. A pioneering…
Redness and swelling of the hands and toes, known as chilblain-like lesions, have been reported during the COVID-19 pandemic. A new study published in the British…
A study led by UT Southwestern dermatologists suggests that a common inflammatory skin condition may stem from poorly regulated sex hormones. The finding, published recently…
Scientists develop beetle-inspired device for skincare. Drawing inspiration from nature, a team of international scientists have invented a smart device for personalized skin care modeled…
In the summer, before you head to the beach or pool, you might slather on sunscreen. But is it doing anything beyond preventing a sunburn?…
Two new molecules that generate minute amounts of the gas hydrogen sulfide have been found to prevent skin from aging after being exposed to ultraviolet…
In the midst of the pandemic, the hunger for data and desire to provide swift information may have lowered the quality of research, investigators report…