By Jayne Leonard Reviewed by Owen Kramer, MD Everyone’s skin is different and can benefit from a tailored care routine. Black skin contains more melanin than lighter skin. Melanin-producing cells may be more susceptible to the effects of inflammation and injury, which may be more noticeable in dark skin than in light skin. Different skin care routines benefit different skin colors,...
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What to know about psoriasis and keratosis pilaris
Psoriasis and keratosis pilaris are both common skin conditions. People can have both conditions at the same time. The causes and treatments of psoriasis and keratosis pilaris are different. Psoriasis may require medical attention, while keratosis pilaris usually goes away on its own. People may confuse the two conditions, as some forms of psoriasis can...
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Platelet-rich plasma for cosmetic facial procedures — promising results, but evidence has limitations
Most studies evaluating platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection for facial rejuvenation and other cosmetic procedures have reported positive results, according to a critical review in the May issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). But the research evidence supporting PRP for facial aesthetic procedures has important limitations – especially a lack...