Treating Hair Loss in Skin of Color: OTC and Procedural Alopecia Solutions
Managing hair loss in patients with skin of color requires a nuanced understanding of both medical and supplemental therapies. In a detailed presentation, Maryanne Senna, MD, explored the evidence behind over-the-counter (OTC) and procedural interventions for various alopecias. As patients increasingly seek supplemental and at-home options, clinicians must be equipped to distinguish between scie …
Managing hair loss in patients with skin of color requires a nuanced understanding of both medical and supplemental therapies. In a detailed presentation, Maryanne Senna, MD, explored the evidence behind over-the-counter (OTC) and procedural interventions for various alopecias. As patients increasingly seek supplemental and at-home options, clinicians must be equipped to distinguish between scie … Continue reading "Treating Hair Loss in Skin of Color: OTC and Procedural Alopecia Solutions"
Dermatologists must become comfortable prescribing JAK inhibitors in patients with skin of color in order to provide high-quality dermatologic care. That’s according to Dr. Brett King, a dermatologist in Fairfield, Conn., who was the first dermatologist to show that JAK inhibitors as a medicine class were effective in treating a spectrum of dermatologic conditions, including alopecia areata and … 
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 … 
Welcome to the April edition the JDD Highlights! Each month, we dive into the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology to bring you the most impactful research and clinical updates selected by the editor.
This month’s selection reflects the rapidly evolving landscape of modern dermatology. From the diagnostic precision of Artificial Intelligence in nail disorders to the "cosmetic elegance" of seborrhe … 
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 …