Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Tripeptide/hexapeptide system effective after laser resurfacing

(HealthDay)—Use of a tripeptide/hexapeptide topical system following fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing is effective and well tolerated, according to a study published online March 31 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Hyaluronic acid, autologous fat augment nasolabial folds

(HealthDay)—Hyaluronic acid (HA) and autologous fat are both beneficial for augmentation of nasolabial folds (NLFs), according to a study published online March 14 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.

Surgery

Cosmetic surgery affects job satisfaction

In the last few decades an increasing amount of money has been spent, mostly by women, on expensive cosmetic surgery procedures in an attempt to feel more attractive.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Oxidative stress tied to early-onset androgenetic alopecia

(HealthDay)—Younger patients with early-onset androgenetic alopecia (AGA) have increased oxidative stress, according to a study published online Dec. 16 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.

Health

FDA suggests limits on lead in cosmetics

(HealthDay)—The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has suggested setting a limit on how much lead can be in cosmetics ranging from lipstick and eye shadow to blush and shampoo.

Surgery

New tool guides patient-centric aesthetic consultation

(HealthDay)—A new patient assessment tool can guide clinicians to help ensure consistency in the quality of patient assessment and consultation in those seeking minimally invasive facial cosmetic procedures, according to ...

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