Featured Topics: Skin Health
The Association Between Tattoos and the Risk of Lymphoma
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Results suggest that having a tattoo may be associated with an increased risk of lymphoma. Lymphoma is a malignant neoplasm originating in lymphocytes. In the United States, more than 80,000 new cases are diagnosed annually. Lymphomas are...
Aloe Vera and Chamomile Cream Ameliorates Dermatitis Induced by Radiation Therapy
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. By week 4, the incidence of skin lesions was significantly lower in the intervention group compared to the control (71.4% versus 91.4%, P = 0.031, respectively). Those who undergo radiation therapy commonly experience...
Niacinamide Infused Topical Treatment Improves Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Epidermal water content (SCWC) was significantly increased in both treatment groups compared to control on day 28 (P<0.05). Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease for which there is no cure. Post...
Aerobic Exercise Program Reduces Musculoskeletal Pain and Fatigue in Psoriasis Subjects without Psoriatic Arthritis
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. A 16-week aerobic exercise intervention significantly improved lipid profiles (HDL-cholesterol, p = 0.006; triglycerides, p = 0.021), mean FACIT-fatigue scores (p = 0.027), HAQ-DI scores (p = 0.034), and VAS scores (p = 0.009)...
Herbal Blend Supplementation Improves Skin Health and Antioxidant Status in Post-Menopausal Women
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. 12-week once-daily consumption of a nutraceutical supplement containing Glycine max, Cimicifuga racemosa, Vitex agnus-castus, and Oenothera biennis extracts significantly improved skin elasticity (p < .0001) and smoothness...
High Serum Vitamin D Inversely Associated with Rosacea Incidence
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. Cox proportional risk regression analysis findings suggest an inverse correlation between higher serum 25OHD concentrations and the risk of rosacea incidence. Rosacea is a common chronic inflammation of sebaceous gland-rich...
Effectiveness of a Topical Product Containing Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract in Adolescents and Young Adults with Mild to Moderate Acne
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Results suggest that topical application of a product containing Silybum marianum fruit extract is beneficial in treating adolescents and young adults with mild to moderate acne. Acne vulgaris affects over 80% of adolescents and young...
Lycomato Supplementation Significantly Reduces Wrinkles and Improves Skin Elasticity
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. 12-week supplementation of Lycomato resulted in 88% of female subjects experiencing improved skin elasticity, and 76% having improved skin firmness. The skin is the largest and most exposed organ of the body, and it functions...
Hydrolyzed Collagen Improves Skin Elasticity and Hydration
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. Results of the meta-analysis of 26 RCTs and 1721 participants shows that hydrolyzed collagen supplementation significantly improved skin elasticity (p < 0.00001) and hydration (p < 0.00001). Skin, like any other organ,...
Vitamin D Supplementation Associated with Less Melanoma
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. The study found an association between regular vitamin D supplement takers and lower percentages of past or present melanoma compared to non-supplementers (32/117, 18.1% vs. 32/99, 32.3%, p=0.021). The most lethal form of skin cancer,...
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