nouvelles-1 — skin concerns

Research Summary: Although acne occurs in all races and ethnicities, there are differences in presentation between each group. A recent survey found that papules were the most frequent presentation of acne in African Americans (70.7%) and Hispanics (74.5%), with Asians and other races having similar presentations. The same survey also found that postinflammatory hyperpigmentation was a frequent complaint; in fact, it is often the chief complaint for acne in patients of darker races with acne.Wilkins and Voorhees found that the nodulocystic variant of acne occurs less frequently in African Americans than in whites. That study also found that nodulocystic acne...

Research Summary: Herbal therapy is becoming increasingly popular among patients and physicians. Many preparations are marketed to the public for various ailments, including those of the skin. Herbal therapies have been used successfully in treating dermatologic disorders for thousands of years in Europe and Asia. In Germany, a regulatory commission oversees herbal preparations and recommended uses. In Asia, herbal treatments that have been used for centuries are now being studied scientifically.Currently, the United States does not regulate herbal products, as they are considered dietary supplements. Therefore, there is no standardization of active ingredients, purity, or concentration. There are also no...

Research Summary: We are honored to present to the readers the book entitled *Carrier-Mediated Dermal Delivery: Applications in the Prevention and Treatment of Skin Disorders*, which is based on the systematic revision of the most recent findings. This book contains several contributions on new approaches for the management of skin aging and photocarcinogenesis, as well as topical formulations based on nanocarrier systems for skin disorders. These chapters discuss the structure and skin morphology in detail. Cosmeceuticals, laser and photodynamic therapy, and melatonin-based treatments are presented as important strategies for photoaging management. Photodynamic therapy and melatonin can also be used in...