Pigmentary distress impacts people of all skin types, according to Dr. Gilly Munavalli, associate clinical professor of dermatology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. In an interview with Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium, Dr. Munavalli shares how to use lasers and energy-based devices to treat pigmentary disorders. Find out what Dr. Munaval … Continue reading "Expert Insights | Lasers and Energy-Based Devices to Treat Pigmentary Disorders"
The association between vitiligo and melanoma is complex. While the incidence of vitiligo in patients with melanoma is higher, the risk for the reverse, ie, the development of melanoma in a patient with vitiligo, is thought to be decreased. This report presents a case of melanoma developing on a non-sun-exposed site in a patient with skin of color and untreated vitiligo. It emphasizes the need … Continue reading "Co-occurring Melanoma in an Active Area of Vitiligo in Skin of Color"
There’s more to aging skin than photodamage, explains Dr. Zoe D. Draelos, president of Dermatology Consulting Services. In an interview with Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium, Dr. Draelos explains the latest understanding in the pathogenesis and clinical features of aging skin, including photodamage. Learn how the exposome leads to signs of aging an … Continue reading "Pathogenesis & Clinical Features of Photodamage: What Clinicians Should Know"
A trend that’s been growing in popularity in the consumer press is beef tallow skin care. In an article by Fox News, the founder of a tallow-based skincare company touted the high amount of nutrients in the product. She also said customers have claimed beef tallow helps with acne and psoriasis.
However, in a BuzzFeed article, dermatologist Dr. Anil Sharma said beef tallow may do more harm tha … Continue reading "Patient Buzz Series: Beef Tallow Skin Care"
