Derm Topics

Treating Aging in Skin of Color: The Role of Peptides and Exosomes
A mature woman with skin of color representing healthy aging and prejuvenation through cosmeceuticals and exosome therapy. Dr. Cheri Frey recently delivered an insightful lecture on the evolving landscapes of cosmeceuticals and regenerative medicine. Her presentation addressed the complexities of a crowded market, emerging trends like “prejuvenation,” and the unique biological considerations for treating aging in patients with skin of color. Navigating the Cosmeceutical Landscape Dr. Frey acknowledged that t …
A mature woman with skin of color representing healthy aging and prejuvenation through cosmeceuticals and exosome therapy.
Patient Buzz Series: Spicule Skin Care
Patient Buzz Series: Spicule skin care and liquid microneedling serum with pipette and water droplets.Spicule skin care is touted as “liquid microneedling,” according to a review by NBC News. In the article, dermatologist Dr. Marie Jhin explains that spicules come from marine sponges and have needle-like features, which can help stimulate ingredient penetration. Dermatologist Dr. Eleonora Fedonenko considers spicules similar to exfoliants with the added benefit of creating micro-injuries to th …
Patient Buzz Series: Spicule skin care and liquid microneedling serum with pipette and water droplets.
From the ODAC Poster Hall | Skin Rejuvenation With Microtoxin
A syringe and vial of diluted botulinum toxin used for the microtoxin technique in aesthetic dermatology.Microtoxin or microbotox is a novel approach in aesthetics where microdosed botulinum toxin is placed into the dermis. Unlike traditional neuromodulators that target skeletal muscle, microtoxin acts within the dermis, impacting sebaceous and eccrine glands, arrector pili contraction, fibroblast signaling, and neurovascular pathways. The result is enhanced skin quality without impaired facial muscl …
A syringe and vial of diluted botulinum toxin used for the microtoxin technique in aesthetic dermatology.
The Pigmentary Impact of Acne
Dermatologist Dr. Hilary Baldwin discussing acne-induced hyperpigmentation treatment in skin of color.Pigmentary sequelae from acne flares can be more distressing to patients than acne itself, according to Brooklyn, N.Y., dermatologist Dr. Hilary Baldwin. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Baldwin, who shares how her treatment approach has changed over the years. Find out if dermatology clinicians should take an acne-first approach or treat hyperpigmenta …
Dermatologist Dr. Hilary Baldwin discussing acne-induced hyperpigmentation treatment in skin of color.
Navigating Unique Skin Conditions in Asian Patients: Insights and Approaches From the Asian Skin Clinic
Skin Conditions in Asian Patients During a recent lecture at the Skin of Color Update conference, Hye Jin (Leah) Chung, MD, MMSc, FAAD, shared clinical pearls for managing dermatologic conditions in Asian patients. Dr. Chung emphasized that Asian skin possesses unique characteristics, such as a higher ceramide content than both White and Black skin, and a significantly higher propensity for reactivity. This sensitivity directly …
Skin Conditions in Asian Patients