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Melatonin update, Part 2
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
At the cutaneous level, melatonin exhibits antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, photoprotective, tissue regenerative, and cytoprotective activity.
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Melatonin update, Part 1
- Author:
- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
Directly or via its circadian impact, melatonin also affects skin as well as core body temperature.
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The role of the skin microbiome in skin disease
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
The microbiome of the gut and skin can impact one another in health and disease. Numerous dermatologic disorders can be traced to gastrointestinal...
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Taurine
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
This beta-amino acid appears to hold promising potential in the dermatologic realm, particularly for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects...
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Clove
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
The essential oil of clove shows promise, from treating palmar hyperhidrosis, chronic pruritus, and chronic anal fissure to eradicating acne-...
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Tribulus terrestris
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
Germane to the dermatologic realm, T. terrestris is thought to exhibit antioxidant, anticarcinogenic, and immunomodulatory potential,...
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Five common pitfalls of retailing skin care
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
Many studies have shown that, although consumers desire a choice when making purchases, they get overwhelmed if they are presented with too many...
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Sesamol
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
Sesamol is a strong antioxidant present only in processed sesame oil that appears to contribute to a range of cutaneous effects.
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Practice management pearls: Advice from seasoned doctors for residents looking to start a practice
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
The notion that residency training falls short when it comes to preparing residents and doctors for starting their own practice is a common thread...
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Skin care product layering affects efficacy and outcomes of regimens
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
Improper choice and layering of skin care formulations reduces efficacy and increases the risk of side effects resulting in reduced patient...
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Enhancing the effects of microfocused ultrasound with cosmeceuticals
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
Educating patients on pre- and postprocedure instructions can help minimize adverse events.
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Using oral and topical cosmeceuticals to prevent and treat skin aging, Part II
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
In patients at risk for premature skin aging, a skin care regimen may include hydroxy acids, growth factors, heparan sulfate, and defensin.
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Using oral and topical cosmeceuticals to prevent and treat skin aging, Part I
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
Two major causes of skin aging – damage to DNA and mitochondrial DNA – can be prevented or repaired with various cosmeceuticals.
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Recommending efficacious cleansers for your patients
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
We often use a foaming cleanser in our practice prior to injectable procedures to ensure that makeup and debris are removed from the skin.
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Review of plant phenolics, part 3: Nonflavonoid compounds
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- Leslie S. Baumann, MD
Clinical data include studies of orally administered ellagic acid–rich pomegranate extract in women after UV exposure and pycnogenol in women with...