Why Do Millennials Love Plastic Surgery?
The number of plastic surgery procedures has skyrocketed in recent years, and according to a survey from the American Academy of Facial Plastic and...
Protecting the Skin in a Polar Vortex
As temperatures continue to plummet in the Midwest and the region struggles to help residents survive the historic polar vortex, it’s important...
Using Social Media for Dermatological Clinical Study Recruitment
Social media could be an effective and easy resource for recruiting participants for randomized controlled dermatology trials, according to a study recently published in Dermatology...
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Eczema in Certain Populations
Eczema is more commonly found in white, non-Latino populations with low vitamin D levels than in other populations, according to a study recently published...
Increase in Antibiotic Prescriptions for Post-Surgery Patients
Dermatologists are prescribing fewer antibiotics overall; however, antibiotic use for dermatologic surgery procedures has increased, according to a study recently published in JAMA Dermatology.
Magic Makeup Wand from P&G Perfectly Erases Skin Imperfections
Proctor & Gamble’s startup studio P&G Ventures recently released Opté Precision Skincare System, an algorithm-based device that perfectly applies makeup to blemishes...
First Inductees of the Dermatology Hall of Fame to be Announced in February
The newly formed Dermatology Hall of Fame will honor its first inductees at a ceremony on February 28, 2019 at the American Academy...
Med Students Struggle with Lack of Diversity in Dermatology
Medical students find an overwhelming lack of diversity in the dermatology field, according to a research letter recently published in JAMA Dermatology.
Acne Triggered By Hair Products? There’s a New Shampoo for That
Dermatologist Iris Rubin, MD, was annoyed with haircare products that caused her patients’ skin to break out. The frustration became personal when...
What’s the Deal with Collagen Drinks?
Collagen drinks have become a popular staple in the anti-aging movement, and claim to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles....
