Playing by the Rules: Demystifying the Landscape of Cosmetic and Drug Regulatory Classifications in Dermatology
If you have ever wondered how an ingredient progresses from the laboratory bench to the beauty aisle, or why some products make bold efficacy claims while others remain vague, the field of regulatory affairs is the answer. Acting as the bridge between product innovation and the FDA, regulatory professionals ensure that skin care products of all kinds are compliant with U.S. law. In this session at …
If you have ever wondered how an ingredient progresses from the laboratory bench to the beauty aisle, or why some products make bold efficacy claims while others remain vague, the field of regulatory affairs is the answer. Acting as the bridge between product innovation and the FDA, regulatory professionals ensure that skin care products of all kinds are compliant with U.S. law. In this session at … 
Welcome to our newest blog series, From the JDD Podcast Vault, where we spotlight standout episodes from the JDD Dermatology Podcast, hosted by the always-engaging Dr. Adam Friedman. Each post will revisit compelling conversations that continue to educate, inspire, and provoke thought in dermatologic practice.
In this featured episode, “Wondering About Words: Evidence-Based Framing for Improvin … 
The management of acne vulgaris has long included a balance between prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) therapies. OTC therapies are typically first-line treatment for most patients, and may be all that is needed to control less severe acne. At the recent Lab to Label Conference, Dr. Hilary Baldwin, a board-certified dermatologist and medical director of the Acne Treatment & Research Cente … 
At the ODAC 2025 conference, Dr. Shawn Kwatra, Professor and Chair of Dermatology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and a leading figure in chronic inflammatory skin diseases, delivered a compelling presentation on atopic dermatitis (AD). Dr. Kwatra provided an overview of current AD treatment options, along with valuable insights into the latest advancements emerging in the field o … 
People with skin of color are projected to become the majority of the U.S. population by 2044. As the population diversifies, how can dermatology clinicians better understand the dermatologic concerns of people with darker skin tones? A study published in the April Journal of Drugs in Dermatology sheds light on the most common reasons why patients of color seek outpatient dermatologic care, and th … 