Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology - Hot Topics in Skin Health May 2023
NEWS & TRENDS
2023-05-06 12:30:45
Exploring Skin Health Research in the Media
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NEW TINTED SUNSCREEN OFFERS VARIETY WITH FOUR SHADES
With its lightweight formulation and lack of a white cast, Neutrogena’s Purescreen+ Mineral UV Tint Face Sunscreen has become part of Kerry Washington’s daily skincare routine. The tinted sunscreen is made with titanium dioxide and zinc oxide to protect against both ultraviolet (UV) A and UVB rays and iron oxide to protect against visible light, which can cause melasma. It also contains vitamin E to fight dryness and reduce free radical damage. Currently, the sunscreen comes in four different shades.
☛Read more here: https://www.wellandgood.com/neutrogena-purescreen-mineral-uv-tint-faceliquid-sunscreen/
NEW RESEARCH IN SKIN CANCER: MELANOMA, MERKEL CELL CARCINOMA AND BASAL CELL CARCINOMA
Most of today’s immunotherapy breakthroughs are built upon research that began 20-30 years ago, when it was realized that the immune system can vigorously react to melanoma. This treatment strategy should be part of the conversation for most patients with advanced skin cancers, although the strategy may not be appropriate for every patient.
☛ Read more here: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/kimmel_cancer_center/cancers_we_treat/melanoma/research/new_research.html
MELANOMA RESEARCH ALLIANCE AND BIMINI BAY OUTFITTERS JOIN FORCES TO ADVANCE RESEARCH AND PROMOTE SUN SAFETY
The Melanoma Research Alliance (MRA) and Bimini Bay Outfitters are partnering to increase melanoma research and provide educational content on sun safety and melanoma. Topics will include wearing sunscreen and UV protection factor (UPF) clothing and avoiding intentional tanning. The outdoor apparel company is also donating $10,000 to MRA.
SUNSCREEN FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH: USE OF SUNSCREEN FOR ANTI-AGING PURPOSES INCREASED 25% FROM 2021-22
Over half of sunscreen users in the United States (US) are applying more often than they did a year ago. Eighty-nine percent of adults are using sunscreen to protect against skin cancer, up from 69 percent. Sunscreen is being used to prevent aging in 69 percent of adults, up from 44 percent. Most Black adults (84%) indicated they would like sunscreens made for their skin
tones.☛ Read more here: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sunscreen-fountain-youthsunscreen-anti-132500566.html
WHY MELANOMA IS SO DEADLY FOR MEN WHEN IT DOESN’T HAVE TO BE
In the US, more men than women will be diagnosed with invasive melanoma in 2023, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation. Research shows that men are less likely to use sunscreen and have less knowledge about the relationship between skin cancer and sun exposure, compared to women. Men also tend to have higher cumulative sun exposure than women, thus increasing the risk of skin cancer.
☛ Read more here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/04/16/skin-cancer-men-melanoma-prevention/
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1Gutierrez DE, Shuja Z, Coubart A, et al. A cross sectional examination of sunburn incidence in the context of race/ ethnicity and skin type. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2022;87:3 Suppl, AB130.
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