The effectiveness of anticellulite treatment using tripolar radiofrequency monitored by classic and high-frequency ultrasound. Mlosek RK, Woźniak W, Malinowska S, Lewandowski M, Nowicki A. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2012 Jun;26(6):696-703. doi: 10.1111/j.1468-3083.2011.04148.x. Epub 2011 Jun 21. In this article, the authors propose a treatment which would be effective against cellulite. The treatment consists of…
DetailsSubcutaneous Fat necrosis of the newborn What is Subcutaneous Fat necrosis of the newborn ? It is a lobular panniculitis. It is associated with complications during labor (labour) It presents as asymptomatic indurated subcutaneous dark-red nodules which are typically located in bone proeminant areas (upper back, proximal limbs, cheeks…) When does it occur ? It…
DetailsPoster: A retrospective analysis of the topical preparations used by melasma patients of darker skin types – highlighting the rampant use of triple combination formulations Kandhari R The authors sought to evaluate the use of Triple Combination (TC) creams by the population in India (Hydroquinone-Retinoid-Steroid) TCs consist of the combination of hydroquinone, a steroid, and…
DetailsWhether treating : dermal and/or epidermal melasma… with topicals (Hydroquinone…)… with chemical peels… with lasers… …Always document the treatment with: Clinical Photographs Measurement of the pigmentation on the skin (Skin Chromameter) Contributors: Dr Christophe HSU – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Source of Information: 2012 (09) – Sachdev M. .21st Annual Congress of the EADV (European Academy…
DetailsWhether treating : dermal and/or epidermal melasma… with topicals (Hydroquinone…)… with chemical peels… with lasers… …Always document the treatment with: Clinical Photographs Measurement of the pigmentation on the skin (Skin Chromameter) Contributors: Dr Christophe HSU – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Source of Information: 2012 (09) – Sachdev M. .21st Annual Congress of the EADV (European Academy…
DetailsAn SPF (Sunprotection Factor) of 30 or more is recommended Physical sunscreens containing particles are privileged (over chemical sunscreens). Indeed physical sunscreens protect against all the visible light and not only UV rays. Sunprotection is only effective if sunexposure is avoided Contributors: Dr Christophe HSU – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Source of Information: 2012 (09) –…
DetailsAn SPF (Sunprotection Factor) of 30 or more is recommended Physical sunscreens containing particles are privileged (over chemical sunscreens). Indeed physical sunscreens protect against all the visible light and not only UV rays. Sunprotection is only effective if sunexposure is avoided Contributors: Dr Christophe HSU – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Source of Information: 2012 (09) –…
DetailsArticles are available concerning (exogenous) ochronosis It can be said here that: It is not as rare as we think This side effect of hydroquinone use is underreported and underdiagnosed. Indeed a biopsy (often on the face) is needed to make the diagnosis. Contributors: Dr Christophe HSU – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Source of Information: 2012…
DetailsArticles are available concerning (exogenous) ochronosis It can be said here that: It is not as rare as we think This side effect of hydroquinone use is underreported and underdiagnosed. Indeed a biopsy (often on the face) is needed to make the diagnosis. Contributors: Dr Christophe HSU – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Source of Information: 2012…
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