https://medicalxpress.com/dermatology-news/ en-us Latest medical news and research in Dermatology Moisturizers, sunscreens and anti-aging creams are usually sold on familiar promises: to keep water in the skin, strengthen its protective barrier, protect against sun damage or reduce visible signs of aging. These functions remain central to healthy skin. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-skincare-revolution-immune.html Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:00:05 EDT news703772748 Northwestern scientists have developed a novel wireless sensor device that can continuously monitor skin elasticity in patients with soft tissue disorders, including lymphedema and scleroderma, which can support early disease detection and better inform care strategies, as detailed in a study published in Science Advances. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-wireless-skin-sensor-track-soft.html Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:00:06 EDT news703944603 Individuals with psoriasis have a higher burden of myocardial dysfunction, independent of cardiometabolic risk, according to a study published online July 17 in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-burden-myocardial-dysfunction-elevated-individuals.html Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:20:05 EDT news704039161 Vitiligo is an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system attacks and destroys melanocytes, the cells that produce the skin pigment melanin. Once the melanocytes are gone, the skin turns white, leading to the characteristic skin patches of the disease. However, the standard model of vitiligo doesn't explain some of its unusual features. Some vitiligo lesions repigment, and treatments sometimes restore pigmentation even in areas that lack melanocytes, suggesting that the melanocytes may not be fully destroyed. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-dormant-pigment-cells-vitiligo-patches.html Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:00:08 EDT news704031481 The use of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity is associated with an increased risk of hair loss (alopecia) in adults with type 2 diabetes, a study published by The BMJ finds. Although the absolute risk is low, awareness of this potential effect may help inform shared treatment decisions, the researchers say. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-glp-diabetes-drugs-linked-higher.html Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:30:01 EDT news703914961 Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease affecting more than 60 million people worldwide, characterized by painful red patches, scaling and skin thickening. While existing biologic treatments largely focus on calming hyperactive T cells in the skin, complete disease resolution remains challenging. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-skin-bone-marrow-axis-discovery.html Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:00:04 EDT news703941362 Photodynamic therapy (PDT) uses a light-sensitive drug and a specific wavelength of light to destroy cancer cells. The treatment has become an important option for certain skin cancers because it can target diseased tissue while limiting damage to surrounding skin. But PDT has a fundamental challenge: both the drug and the light must reach the same area of tissue. While drugs applied to the skin often struggle to penetrate deeply, light also loses intensity as it passes through tissue, limiting treatment to relatively shallow lesions. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-microneedles-hard-skin-cancers.html Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:00:10 EDT news703858681 Individuals across racial and ethnic groups report psoriasis as a considerable burden, including transportation barriers, difficulty accessing medications and delayed care, according to a study published online July 15 in Dermatology & Therapy. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-individuals-ethnicities-psoriasis-considerable-burden.html Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:20:08 EDT news703780946 An NSAID-related compound called ampyrone appears to safely boost production of the pigment melanin in human skin, according to a preclinical study led by Weill Cornell Medicine and National Eye Institute investigators. The discovery could lead to the development of an ampyrone-derived treatment for hypopigmentation disorders. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-discovery-drug-therapy-hypopigmentation-conditions.html Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:30:01 EDT news703255463 A research team from Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah (the U) reports that a pathway-targeted therapy could be an effective treatment for certain melanoma patients and fill an unmet clinical need for patients with advanced disease. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-edge-drug-patients-nras-driven.html Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:00:01 EDT news703497825 An international research team led by Dr. Frank Bosmans (Vrije Universiteit Brussel) has discovered a major genetic cause of hyperhidrosis (chronic and excessive sweating). The study, published in Science Advances, provides strong evidence that a genetically determined form of hyperhidrosis arises from overstimulation of the nerves that control the sweat glands. The discovery removes the stigma surrounding the condition and paves the way for targeted treatments using existing medicines. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-genetic-redefines-excessive-treatable-neurological.html Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:00:05 EDT news703402977 An international team led by researchers at Hiroshima University has developed a new way to detect subtle, early-stage changes in human skin collagen before any visible signs of damage appear. The study, published in ACS Nano, reveals that the molecular organization and supramolecular chirality—or structural handedness—of dermal collagen collapse before the visible fiber network actually thins or fragments. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-optical-method-reveals-early-collagen.html Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:00:01 EDT news703314873 People flocking to tanning beds in search of the perfect tan could be exposing themselves to a hidden health threat far beyond skin cancer, according to a comprehensive research review. The findings are published in the journal Photochemical & Photobiological Sciences. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-tanning-beds-linked-severe-skin.html Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:40:12 EDT news703328876 A constant interplay takes place on the surface of the body between cells, the immune system and the skin microbiota. We do not notice it—until the balance is disturbed. Then it becomes clear that the outermost layer of the skin plays a crucial role in the well-being of the whole body. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-skin-microbiota-billions-microbes.html Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:40:10 EDT news703325890 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved an expanded indication for Zoryve (roflumilast) cream, 0.3%, for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis in patients ages 2 and older. The expanded approval was granted to Arcutis Biotherapeutics. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-fda-zoryve-young-children-plaque.html Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:20:01 EDT news703319072 Ongoing research reveals that multifloral honey is a promising candidate for protecting human skin cells from premature aging and cell damage caused by UV radiation, with the potential for future clinical and cosmetic applications. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-exploring-honey-anti-aging-properties.html Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:20:01 EDT news702712281 Biohub researchers have performed what they believe is the first genome-wide CRISPR study of primary human adult skin cells, then used an AI model to mine the results for overlooked drug targets for psoriasis. They found an unlikely candidate: the receptor for oxytocin, a hormone involved in childbirth and sometimes called the "love hormone" for its additional role in social bonding. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-ai-crispr-uncovers-oxytocin-receptor.html Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:40:01 EDT news702741456 Topical ivermectin and encapsulated benzoyl peroxide are more efficacious than metronidazole for adults with rosacea, according to a review published online July 1 in JAMA Dermatology. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-topical-ivermectin-encapsulated-benzoyl-peroxide.html Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:40:01 EDT news702657861 A new Northwestern Medicine study has discovered how radiotherapy alters the immune environment within cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) tumors, according to findings published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-radiotherapy-reprograms-immune-response-rare.html Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:20:01 EDT news702648842 Colorless carotenoids are naturally occurring compounds found in many fruits and vegetables, and are the biosynthetic precursors of familiar colored carotenoids such as lycopene and β-carotene. Despite their important biological roles, phytoene and phytofluene have received far less scientific attention because their geometric isomers are difficult to separate and purify in sufficient quantities for detailed investigation. As a result, little has been known about how individual isomers differ in their chemical characteristics and biological activities, limiting their potential development as high-value functional ingredients. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-rare-colorless-carotenoids-emerge-multifunctional.html Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:00:07 EDT news702647087 Diagnosis and management of atopic dermatitis, a type of eczema, are complicated by skin temperature fluctuations, unclear responses to at-home moisturizers, and measurement systems that don't penetrate the deep layers of skin affected by the disease. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-infrared-skin-sensor-tracks-deeper.html Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:00:03 EDT news702573468 Stress, bad weather, strep throat, alcohol or cuts—there are a number of triggers that can set off psoriasis. At the same time, a great deal is happening in research on this skin disease, and new ways of controlling the immune system are being discovered. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-resetting-psoriasis-memory-body-flare.html Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:00:04 EDT news702552240 A new study has revealed the hundreds of thousands of skin cancer appointments and medical procedures Queenslanders are attending and undergoing each year, prompting experts to call for further investment in prevention campaigns to protect public health and ease pressure on the health care system. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-skin-cancer-health.html Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:40:01 EDT news702122941 A QIMR Berghofer study has revealed that short periods outdoors during hours of low sunlight can cause skin damage and contribute to skin cancer risk. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-06-beliefs-safe-sun.html Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:40:01 EDT news702056101 Dr. Michael Girardi understood the importance of sunscreen from an early age. When he was a child, his uncle died of melanoma. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-06-qa-sunscreen-safety-essential-skin.html Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:40:01 EDT news701969042 The online team-based connected health (TCH) model yields equivalent improvements in signs and symptoms of atopic dermatitis (AD) compared with in-person care, according to a study published in JAMA Dermatology. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-06-equivalent-eczema-team-based-online.html Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:40:03 EDT news701939543 Researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have uncovered a critical link between the immune system in early life and its function in adulthood. The study, published in Science Immunology, identifies a new role for specialized skin immune cells, called Langerhans cells, in shaping the development of lymphatic vessels—an essential part of the body's immune network. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-06-reveals-early-life-cellular-lifelong.html Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:00:07 EDT news701952242 You've likely heard it since childhood: Don't scratch that bug bite or rash, you'll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad? https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-06-bug-good-science-bad-idea.html Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:28:31 EDT news701792886 Two proteins with opposing functions orchestrate the development and maintenance of healthy skin, Stanford Medicine researchers have found. Modulating their activity with topical drugs could reduce inflammation, aid wound healing and slow or halt the growth of skin cancer, the researchers believe. The findings are published in the journal Science. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-06-opposing-protein-pathways-skin-stem.html Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:53:35 EDT news701621585 Human skin is constantly rebuilding itself. Every few weeks, the outermost layers shed and are replaced by new cells pushed up from the base. For decades, scientists believed this renewal depended heavily on fibroblasts, a class of supportive cells nestled in the deeper layer of the skin that secrete growth-promoting molecules and build the structural scaffolding that holds tissue together. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-06-skin-renews-fibroblast-depletion-mice.html Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:00:07 EDT news701531401