Yuwei Huang, Siliang Chen, Xu Liu, Dan Du, Xian Jiang
{"title":"Differences in the Clinical Characteristics of Male Patients With Different Ages of Rosacea: A Retrospective Study of 215 Male Outpatients.","authors":"Yuwei Huang, Siliang Chen, Xu Liu, Dan Du, Xian Jiang","doi":"10.1111/jocd.16620","DOIUrl":"10.1111/jocd.16620","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Rosacea is more common in women and Caucasians, leading to little research on rosacea in Asian men. Additionally, there is limited research on the patients across different age groups.</p><p><strong>Aims: </strong>The aim of this study is to analyze and compare the characteristics of male patients of rosacea among different age groups.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A retrospective analysis was conducted on 215 male patients with rosacea, investigating their characteristics, clinical symptoms, exacerbating factors, complications, psychological status, and treatment, as well as exploring factors influencing the early onset of male rosacea.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The patients were divided into three age groups (≤ 30 years, 31-44 years, and ≥ 45 years), with the study revealing an average age of 38.59 ± 13.13 years among the patients. The most common subtype of rosacea in men was erythematotelangiectatic rosacea (ETR), followed by phymatous rosacea (PhR). The main reported features included persistent erythema (87.4%) and telangiectasia (71.2%), predominantly affecting the nose (58.6%) and cheeks (56.3%). Twenty-six percent of patients reported concurrent skin diseases, with 14.0% reporting systemic diseases. Significant differences were observed among different age groups regarding family history, clinical features, lesion distribution, symptom severity, aggravating factors, presence of systemic diseases, and treatment preferences. Subjective skin typing, Fitzpatrick phototype, and positive family history were identified as factors influencing the age of onset of rosacea in men.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Male patients with rosacea exhibit distinct clinical characteristics, with a greater prevalence of nasal involvement and nasal lesions among male patients. Clinical features vary among different age groups, with patients aged ≥ 45 experiencing more complex and severe symptoms. Patients aged ≤ 30 may be more influenced by genetic factors and have higher treatment expectations.</p>","PeriodicalId":15546,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142380970","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ji Yeon Hong, Yoon Hwan Lee, Hyun-Jo Kim, Kui Young Park
{"title":"Therapeutic Performance of Needle Injection Versus Needle-Free Jet Injector System for Polynucleotide Filler in Skin Rejuvenation.","authors":"Ji Yeon Hong, Yoon Hwan Lee, Hyun-Jo Kim, Kui Young Park","doi":"10.1111/jocd.16595","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.16595","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Polynucleotide (PN) filler often causes pain and can lead to delivery inaccuracies when applied via intradermal injection using a traditional needle.</p><p><strong>Aims: </strong>To evaluate the efficacy of treatment and the pain during the procedure using conventional needle injection versus a needle-free jet system for intradermal PN filler application.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>In this split-face clinical trial, 10 Korean subjects were enrolled. Each subject received an intradermal injection of PN filler on one side of the face and a needle-free jet injection using CureJet on the other side. Assessments included global and 3D skin imaging at each visit. Pain intensity was evaluated using visual analogue scale (VAS) scores during the injection. Additionally, patient satisfaction and adverse events were documented.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Findings revealed that Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale scores and patient satisfaction were significantly higher with the CureJet compared to the needle injection method. VAS scores were notably lower on the CureJet side. Improvements in both pore and wrinkle indices were observed from baseline, with a more pronounced improvement rate on the CureJet side compared to the needle injection side.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Needle-free injection of PN for aging skin was found to be effective in enhancing pore and wrinkle improvement, while reducing associated discomfort.</p>","PeriodicalId":15546,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142380971","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Corine Cicchetti, Carla Mazzeo, Michael Heke, Michael Crowley, Akis Ntonos, Erin Crowley
{"title":"Topical Wharton's Jelly MSC-Derived Age Zero™ Exosome Treatments After Micro-Needling for Skin Rejuvenation.","authors":"Corine Cicchetti, Carla Mazzeo, Michael Heke, Michael Crowley, Akis Ntonos, Erin Crowley","doi":"10.1111/jocd.16561","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.16561","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":15546,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-10-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142375516","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Francesco Tursi, Vincenzo Nobile, Enza Cestone, Ileana De Ponti, Anne Lepoudere, Renaud Sergheraert, Jean-Philippe Soulard
{"title":"The Effects of an Oral Supplementation of a Natural Keratin Hydrolysate on Skin Aging: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study in Healthy Women.","authors":"Francesco Tursi, Vincenzo Nobile, Enza Cestone, Ileana De Ponti, Anne Lepoudere, Renaud Sergheraert, Jean-Philippe Soulard","doi":"10.1111/jocd.16626","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.16626","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Keratin hydrolysates are active components used in food supplements to alleviate aging signs on skin, hair, and nails.</p><p><strong>Aims: </strong>This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluates a novel keratin hydrolysate obtained from poultry feathers. This feather keratin hydrolysate (FKH) results in a characteristic mix of free L-amino acids (≥ 83.5%). FKH was administered as a food supplement to a panel of adult women showing aging physiological signs.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Participants were randomly assigned in three groups to receive daily dosages of 500 or 1000 mg of FKH or placebo for 90 days. Parameters of skin roughness, wrinkle features, deep skin moisturization, skin maximum elongation and elasticity, skin thickness, skin anisotropy, skin density, gloss of skin, hair and nails, and nail hardness were evaluated. Subjects also answered a questionnaire related to the treatment efficacy perception.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Both FKH treatments showed a significant improvement of all parameters compared to day 0 and to placebo, with an exception for fiber anisotropy and fiber density which showed a significant improvement compared to day 0 and a tendency to improve compared to placebo. These measurements were bolstered by the results of a self-assessment questionnaire, showing an overall set of positive answers for both treatments compared to placebo.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Oral supplementation of FKH for 90 days is associated with an improvement in the appearance of facial skin, hair, and nails. This study highlights the benefits of free L-amino acids mix as potential aminobiotics and not just as building blocks of proteins, suggesting a new perspective of nutricosmetic food.</p>","PeriodicalId":15546,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-10-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142375515","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ilaria Proietti, Alessandra Spagnoli, Alison Favaroni, Alessandro Gritti, Marco Dal Canton, Sandro Quartucci, Chantal Sciuto, Dario Bertossi, Mariagrazia Patalano, Maurizio Cavallini, Maria Teresa Saliani, Nicola Kefalas, Enrica Angelone, Selene Mogavero
{"title":"HArmonyCa™ hybrid filler to restore connective tissue: An Italian real-life retrospective study.","authors":"Ilaria Proietti, Alessandra Spagnoli, Alison Favaroni, Alessandro Gritti, Marco Dal Canton, Sandro Quartucci, Chantal Sciuto, Dario Bertossi, Mariagrazia Patalano, Maurizio Cavallini, Maria Teresa Saliani, Nicola Kefalas, Enrica Angelone, Selene Mogavero","doi":"10.1111/jocd.16503","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.16503","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Facial aging and dermal conditions may negatively influence the quality of life, leading patients to seek aesthetic procedures to restore a more satisfying appearance. HArmonyCa™ is a recently developed hybrid filler that combines the actions of the most common dermal fillers, hyaluronic acid (HA) and calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA).</p><p><strong>Aims: </strong>This study investigates the efficacy and safety of HArmonyCa™ in patients affected by chrono- and photoaging and several facial skin conditions.</p><p><strong>Patients/methods: </strong>One hundred and twenty-nine patients, affected by chrono- and photoaging, and skin conditions such as oily and acne-prone skin, rosacea, or scarring, were treated with HArmonyCa™. Injections followed the retrograde linear fanning technique. A physicians' consensus identified five optimal entry points. The physician and patients assessed treatment outcomes using the Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale (GAIS) 9 months after treatment (including immediate lift effect, skin firmness, and elasticity), and 3D images were taken for documentation. Adverse events (AEs) were evaluated immediately after the procedure and after 9 months.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>According to the physician's assessments, all patients displayed an improvement in facial appearance, particularly during movement, with the patients' evaluation showing agreement. Only minor AEs were reporte, which resolved spontaneously. Moreover, HArmonyCa™ treatment proved compatible with different medications and aesthetic procedures.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This study shows that one treatment with HArmonyCa™ yields highly satisfactory outcomes in patients affected by skin conditions. For the first time, we show that HArmonyCa™ is a dynamic filler that improves facial laxity during movement. The treatment proved to be safe and fully compatible with other cosmetic procedures and medications.</p>","PeriodicalId":15546,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-10-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142365334","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Short Snips: YouTube Shorts Recommendations for Hair Loss and Alopecia.","authors":"Michelle Ko, David Kim, Emily Newsom, Carolyn Goh","doi":"10.1111/jocd.16608","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.16608","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":15546,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-10-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142371984","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Evaluation of the Performance and Safety of a New Micro-Needle Technology in Comparison With the Classic Needle on the Antiaging Effects of a Biorevitalizing Solution: A Randomized Split Face/Neck Study.","authors":"Andreea Boca, Ferial Fanian, Riekie Smit, Alessio Redaelli, Ranesha Goorochurn, Hanane Issa, Natalia Sukmanskaya, Valérie Philippon, Roberto Dell' Avanzato","doi":"10.1111/jocd.16547","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.16547","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Skin biorevitalization involves multiple intradermal injections to enhance skin quality, but precise dermal targeting can be challenging due to variations in skin thickness smaller, less painful needles with fewer skin reactions are attractive options.</p><p><strong>Aims: </strong>This study evaluates a new Micro-Needle device's performance and safety in comparison with the classic needle used in skin biorevitalization.</p><p><strong>Patients/methods: </strong>Subjects with facial and neck skin aging were enrolled. Safety outcomes, including immediate and local tolerability, were assessed. Performance outcomes measured skin radiance, wrinkles and photoaging grade, hydration, subepidermal low echogenic band, dermis thickness, and skin elasticity. Both subjects and investigators recorded Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale scores.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Micro-Needle injections demonstrated superior performance compared to the classic needle, influenced by the specific skin zones and thickness. Micro-Needle was superior for skin wrinkles at D49 for periorbital zone and nasolabial folds by -14.5% (p = 0.01) and -15% (p = 0.004), respectively, and for neck by 9.6% (p = 0.0008). The Nanosoft device showed a faster improvement for skin hydration at D42 for the cheek zone (p = 0.04) and at D75 for the neck area (p = 0.01); and for skin radiance at D75 (p = 0.03) and at D120 (p = 0.0098). Ex vivo studies confirmed the Micro-Needle's accuracy in product placement in the dermis. Adverse events were milder with Micro-Needle and no serious adverse events occurred.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Both needles significantly improved skin quality, but Micro-Needle enhanced the outcomes of skin biorevitalization procedures, particularly in terms of skin wrinkle reduction, elasticity, and overall skin hydration.</p>","PeriodicalId":15546,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-10-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142365433","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Injectable Hydrogel With Glycyrrhizic Acid and Asiaticoside-Loaded Liposomes for Wound Healing.","authors":"Yunqi Zhang, Yu Xiong, Xiaochun Wu, Maofang Huang, Zhengjie Li, Tie Zhao, Peng Peng","doi":"10.1111/jocd.16606","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.16606","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Open skin wounds increase the risk of infections and can compromise health. Therefore, applying medications to promote healing at the injury site is crucial. In practice, direct drug delivery is often difficult to maintain for a long time due to rapid absorption or wiping off, which reduces the efficiency of wound healing. Consequently, the development of bioactive materials with both antibacterial and wound-healing properties is highly desirable.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This study synthesized liposomes loaded with glycyrrhizic acid (GA) and asiaticoside (AS) by film dispersion-ultrasonication method, which were then incorporated into a GelMA solution and cross-linked by ultraviolet light to form a bioactive composite hydrogel for wound dressings.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>This hydrogel is conducive to the transport of nutrients and gas exchange. Compared with GelMA hydrogel (swelling rate 69.8% ± 5.7%), the swelling rate of GelMA/Lip@GA@AS is lower, at 52.1% ± 1.0%. GelMA/Lip@GA@AS also has better compression and rheological properties, and the in vitro biodegradability is not significantly different from that of the collagenase-treated group. In addition, the hydrogel polymer has a stable drug release rate, good biocompatibility, and an angiogenic promoting effect. In vitro experiments prove that, at concentrations of 0.5, 1, 2, and 3 mg/mL, GelMA/Lip@GA@AS can inhibit the growth of Staphylococcus aureus.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>We synthesized GelMA/Lip@GA@AS hydrogel and found it possesses advantageous mechanical properties, rheology, and biodegradability. Experimental results in vitro showed that the bioactive hydrogel could efficiently release drugs, exhibit biocompatibility, and enhance angiogenesis and antimicrobial effects. These results suggest the promising application of GelMA/Lip@GA@AS hydrogel in wound-dressing materials.</p>","PeriodicalId":15546,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-10-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142365335","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yonghong Hao, Xiaofang Zou, Zigang Zhao, Liyuan Xing, Chengxin Li
{"title":"Wedge Resection and Nail Groove Reconstruction With Hanging Thread Knot in the Treatment of Onychocryptosis.","authors":"Yonghong Hao, Xiaofang Zou, Zigang Zhao, Liyuan Xing, Chengxin Li","doi":"10.1111/jocd.16585","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.16585","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Onychocryptosis is characterized by the nail plate penetrating the lateral nail fold, resulting in varying degrees of infection and deformity. Standardized treatment protocols for onychocryptosis, particularly in Stages IIb, III, and IV, have not been universally established, highlighting the urgent need for the development of effective interventions.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of wedge resection and nail groove reconstruction using the hanging thread knot for the treatment of onychocryptosis.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>At our hospital, a total of 155 patients with onychocryptosis in Stages IIb, III, and IV underwent treatment. Wedge resection and nail groove reconstruction with the hanging thread knot were applied based on the severity of deformity and infection for treating onychocryptosis. All patients received perioperative systematic and topical anti-infective treatments. Follow-ups conducted over a period of 2-6 months assessed postoperative rehabilitation and complications.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The cure rate reached 95%, with a low recurrence rate of 5%. Recurrence, observed in eight patients, was attributed to various causes: three due to improper trimming, three related to trauma, one associated with obesity, and one due to incomplete matrix resection. All eight patients achieved complete recovery through health guidance and secondary surgery. Satisfaction results were reported during the 2-6 months follow-up period. Although 10 patients experienced secondary local infections, all achieved complete recovery following active treatment.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Wedge resection and nail groove reconstruction with the hanging thread knot prove to be an effective and safe method for treating onychocryptosis.</p>","PeriodicalId":15546,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-09-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142347900","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}