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March 07, 2024
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Valisure warns acne treatments can create cancer-causing benzene

Valisure warns acne treatments can create cancer-causing benzene

Acne products containing benzoyl peroxide developed high levels of benzene, a potentially cancer-causing chemical, when handled or stored at higher temperatures, according to a report from the independent laboratory Valisure.

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March 04, 2024
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Number needed to treat approach shows benefits of combination therapies for acne

Number needed to treat approach shows benefits of combination therapies for acne

Using the number needed to treat approach, researchers found that fixed-dose, triple-combination clindamycin phosphate 1.2%/adapalene 0.15%/benzoyl peroxide 3.1% gel had the most favorable efficacy rating, according to a study.

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February 12, 2024
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Addressing hormonal imbalances with lifestyle changes improves women’s skin appearance

Addressing hormonal imbalances with lifestyle changes improves women’s skin appearance

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — Addressing the internal hormonal changes in women will directly affect the appearance of their skin, according to a speaker at South Beach Symposium.

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February 07, 2024
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American Academy of Dermatology publishes updated care guidelines for acne

American Academy of Dermatology publishes updated care guidelines for acne

The American Academy of Dermatology has released new care guidelines for acne vulgaris, according to a press release.

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February 02, 2024
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South Beach Symposium adds ‘unique session’ focused on holistic dermatologic treatment

South Beach Symposium adds ‘unique session’ focused on holistic dermatologic treatment

In addition to cutting edge content, the 22nd annual South Beach Symposium has added a “unique session” that focuses on how the medical and cosmetic dermatologist can work together to holistically treat patients.

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January 21, 2024
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Treatment persistence maximizes efficacy of clascoterone treatment for acne

Treatment persistence maximizes efficacy of clascoterone treatment for acne

Researchers found that the efficacy of clascoterone cream 1% for the treatment of acne vulgaris increased over time up to 12 months and thus recommend persistent treatment regimens for optimal results, according to a study.

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January 19, 2024
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Multilevel changes may reduce impact of acne in transgender patients

Multilevel changes may reduce impact of acne in transgender patients

Transgender and gender-diverse individuals reported experiencing rejection and discrimination due to acne, as well as unique barriers to acne care, according to study results published in JAMA Dermatology.

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December 24, 2023
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Approval of triple-combination gel tops most read Healio acne news of 2023

Approval of triple-combination gel tops most read Healio acne news of 2023

The FDA’s approval of IDP-126 was the most read Healio acne story this year, followed by coverage of a study finding IDP-126 improves patients’ quality of life compared to vehicle. News regarding the efficacy of M-PDT and clascoterone cream, as well as an update to the FDA’s iPledge recommendations, rounded out 2023’s important acne updates.

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December 23, 2023
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Salicylic acid-containing dermocosmetic effective as adjunct to benzoyl peroxide for acne

Salicylic acid-containing dermocosmetic effective as adjunct to benzoyl peroxide for acne

A dermocosmetic containing salicylic acid may be used as an adjunct therapy to benzoyl peroxide to reduce the negative effects of prolonged benzoyl peroxide use, according to a study.

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December 12, 2023
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Isotretinoin not associated with increased risk for suicide, psychiatric conditions

Isotretinoin not associated with increased risk for suicide, psychiatric conditions

Isotretinoin is not associated with an increased risk for suicide or psychiatric conditions on a population level, according to a study.

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