Acne
Drug Therapy
Recently Approved Systemic Therapies for Acne Vulgaris and Rosacea (See Erratum 2007;80:334)
Until recently, with the exception of oral isotretinoin for the treatment of severe recalcitrant nodular acne, systemic therapy for acne vulgaris...
Original Research
A Double-Blinded, Randomized, Vehicle-Controlled, Multicenter, Parallel-Group Study to Assess the Safety and Efficacy of Tretinoin Gel Microsphere 0.04% in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris in Adults
This double-blinded, randomized, vehicle-controlled, multicenter, parallel-group, 12-week, phase 4 study was conducted in adults with mild to...
From the Cosmetic Dermatology Archives
The Role of Skin Care and Maintaining Proper Barrier Function in the Management of Rosacea
No abstract available.
From the Cosmetic Dermatology Archives
A Randomized, Controlled Double-blind Study of Localized Low-Heat Treatment of Acne Lesions
Zeno, a new handheld device, produces low-level heat (controlled to 46.5–49.0°C) that may be applied to acne vulgaris lesions via a small metal...
Commentary
Cosmetic Contact Lenses Can Create Diagnostic Confusion [letter]
No abstract available.
Article
Paintball: Dermatologic Injuries
The popularity of paintball as an extreme sport has gained momentum in recent years. Injuries related to paintball are growing as the number of...
Drug Therapy
Oral Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris
Oral trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of urinary tract infections,...
From the Cosmetic Dermatology Archives
Do Cosmeceutical Agents Combined With Pharmeceutical Agents Improve Therapeutics?
No abstract available.
From the Cosmetic Dermatology Archives
Open Study Comparing Sodium L-Ascorbyl-2-Phosphate 5% Lotion Versus Adapalene 0.1% Gel for Acne Vulgaris
We are reporting on an evaluator-blinded, multicenter, open-label clinical study to compare the efficacy and safety of sodium L-ascorbyl-2-...
From the Cosmetic Dermatology Archives
A Review of Azithromycin for the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris
Acne vulgaris is a common condition that can be socially isolating and physically scarring. It affects almost everyone at some point in life. As...
From the Cosmetic Dermatology Archives
The Use of Azelaic Acid 15% Gel, Topical Retinoids, and Photoprotection in the Management of Rosacea and Comorbid Dermatologic Disorders
Rosacea is a common chronic, inflammatory disease of the skin that can significantly affect quality of life.