Author: skin_challenges
Investigating the Link Between Skin Microbiome and Biophysical Aging
In their paper, published in Experimental Dermatology (Wiley), Julia Oh and her team from The Jackson Laboratory in Farmington, Connecticut, USA, have delved into the intricate relationship between skin microbiome and biophysical aging. Their study focused on understanding how changes in skin’s biophysical conditions and alterations in its microbiome interact. By employing advanced techniques like…
Targeting ApoD with Antibody-Drug Conjugates: A New Era in Senolysis for Skin Rejuvenation
A study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences has revealed a novel senolysis approach that specifically targets senescent cells in aging skin, paving the way for potential clinical applications in treating pathological skin aging and related diseases. As we age, senescent cells accumulate in our skin, causing age-related changes and a decline in…
Ethical Landscape of Artificial Intelligence in Dermatology
The field of dermatology is undergoing a transformative phase with the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. From mobile applications designed for skin cancer detection to sophisticated language models like ChatGPT capable of addressing both generalist and specialist inquiries regarding skin diagnoses, AI is reshaping clinical practice. However, as these innovations proliferate, ethical considerations…
Turning back the clock on photoaging skin
Chronic exposure of human skin to ultraviolet light causes premature aging, or photoaging. As the skin undergoes photoaging, type I collagen bundles, which are found in the dermis beneath the top layer of the skin and provide strength and support to skin, become fragmented. This leads to wrinkles, fragility and loss of support and elasticity. …
Natural Products as Immunomodulators in skin and Skincare: Potential, Challenges, and Future Directions
This excellent review published by A. Fernandes and her team from Universidade Católica Portuguesa in Phytomedicine Journal (Elsevier) presents a comprehensive review of the potential of natural products in treating various skin conditions through immunomodulation. It highlights the growing interest in natural molecules, such as polyphenols, polysaccharides, fatty acids, peptides, and probiotics, for their roles in…
Reversing Skin Aging: The Power of Senolytics Revealed
In a study published in September 2023 by Karin Scharffetter-Kochanek and team, the focus is on how our skin and organs age, mainly due to a process called cellular senescence, which also links to various diseases that come with getting older. The research investigates some cutting-edge treatments, including senolytics, senomorphics, and cell-based therapies, that aim…
L-Lactate: A Key Player in Skin Aging and Health
Skin Ageing & Challenges, which will be held on November 7-8 2024 at Corinthia Palace Malta, started the preparation of its annual conference, with a focus on innovative and new research. In an innovative study recently published in Biogerontology Journal (Springer), researchers explore the intricate world of cellular metabolism and its profound implications for skin…
High-Frequency Ultrasound in Anti-Aging Skin Therapy Monitoring
Left: facial model with superimposed image acquisition areas. Right: exemplary HFUS skin areas with segmented ROI for parameters estimation. A recent research by Joanna Czajkowska and her team at the Silesian University of Technology, showcased the transformative potential of high-frequency ultrasound (HFUS) in anti-aging skin therapy assessment. The study, a first in its field, delves…