This is a guest post There was a time when staying outside all day and soaking in the sun’s rays was considered ideal. As we’ve all heard in recent years, this is less the case that it ever has been before. Across the globe we’ve seen a record rise in skin cancer statistics and it’s… [Continue Reading]
Development of New Anti-Inflammatories Advances
May 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Glucosamine has been studied for its anti-inflammatory properties, and new research has driven forward drug development. The mechanism through which glucosamine acts has been discovered, and regulates cell functions of immune cells. Charles J. Dimitroff, MS, PhD and colleagues in the Dimitroff Lab at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, have developed a fluorinated analog of glucosamine,… [Continue Reading]
Advice from Dermatologists on Skin Care for Rosacea, Acne Sufferers
February 7, 2011 By 1 Comment
The complex skin care needs of those with conditions such as acne or rosacea can leave people confused about what products to use. Dermatologists are reassuring patients, this week, however, that suitable products that cleanse, moisturize, and provide sun protection are available. Patients with acne and rosacea are often confused about selecting appropriate skin care… [Continue Reading]
Getting Active Through Gardening Requires Attention to Avoid Skin Irritation
February 6, 2011 By 1 Comment
Getting out into the garden can be a great way to stay active, but dermatologists advise taking some precautions to avoid contact with plants that can cause painful skin irritation. People with eczema or sensitive skin are particularly at risk, and wearing gloves and being aware of what species can cause problems is essential. What… [Continue Reading]
More Details Into Eczema Causes: New Study
December 20, 2010 By 1 Comment
New research suggests that more structures in the skin than previously thought play an important role in causing eczema. Skin cells are held together by connections called tight junctions. Scientists have found that eczema patients have reduced levels of a key protein at these connections, which are essential for the skin to form a proper… [Continue Reading]
Using Emollient Creams to Relieve Eczema Could Actually Make it Worse
October 18, 2010 By Leave a Comment
New research suggests that using emollient creams to relieve the symptoms of eczema could actually make the condition worse. The researchers have published a study showing that aqueous cream BP reduces the thickness of healthy skin over a period of four weeks, calling into question whether the cream should be used for treating eczema. Originally… [Continue Reading]
Researchers Increase Understanding of Genetic Susceptibility to Psoriasis
October 18, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Genetic variants associated with increased susceptibility to psoriasis are reported in five papers published online this week in Nature Genetics. Psoriasis is a chronic and recurrent skin disease, and one of the most prevalent autoimmune diseases, with a global prevalence of 2-3%. One of the studies was led by the National Institute for Health Research… [Continue Reading]
Treatment with UV-B Rays May Improve Psoriasis and Vitamin D Levels
August 17, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Psoriasis affects 1.5 percent to 3 percent of the population, according to background information in the article. Abnormalities in vitamin D metabolism may be partly responsible for the development and worsening of this skin condition. “Most vitamin D is obtained by skin production following exposure to solar UV-B, while less than 15 percent is obtained… [Continue Reading]
Beer Consumption Associated With Increased Risk of Psoriasis
August 16, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Regular beer-but not light beer or other types of alcohol-appears to be associated with an increased risk of developing psoriasis. “Psoriasis is a common immune-mediated skin disease,” the authors write as background information in the article. “The association between alcohol consumption and increased risk of psoriasis onset and psoriasis worsening has long been suspected. For… [Continue Reading]
Study Shows Excess Oxygen Could Slow Formation of Wrinkles
June 29, 2010 By 1 Comment