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AD prophylaxis in high-risk infants: Emollient emulsions may produce best outcomes

An assessment of various types of skin moisturizers suggests an emollient emulsion may be the most effective option to help prevent...

Study shows high percentage of ‘natural’ skin care products contain allergens

Nearly 90% of 1,651 so-called ‘natural’ personal care products contain at least one known allergen, according to a new study from...

Spinach derivative shows promise in AD

An early investigational report indicates that a compound derived from baby spinach leaves may be developed into an effective topical...

Sofpironium bromide gel effective for hyperhidrosis at two weeks

A new observational study indicates that topical 5% sofpironium bromide gel demonstrates early efficacy (<six weeks) in the treatment of...

Potential topical Tx for giant congenital nevi

Early research suggests it may be possible to treat giant congenital melanocytic nevi in children with a topical approach, rather than a...

‘Antifreeze cream’ promising in early research

Preliminary findings suggest a topical ‘antifreeze’ could protect the skin from frostbite and other cold injuries. In a paper published...

Isotretinoin acne treatment does not increase risk of contracting Covid-19

Compared to patients on topical acne treatments, patients on oral isotretinoin are not at increased risk of becoming infected by...

VIDEO: New topical anesthetic available in Canada

A eutectic mixture of lidocaine/tetracaine (7%/7%) for topical skin anesthesia is now available for prescription in Canada. The product,...

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