Tag: glycerin

A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind, Vehicle-Controlled Study Evaluating the Efficacy, Safety, and Patient Satisfaction of Tretinoin 0.05% Lotion for Chest Rejuvenation

This 2022 randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled study assessed the efficacy, safety, and patient satisfaction of tretinoin 0.05% lotion for chest rejuvenation in 29 patients aged 37–66 years with Fitzpatrick skin types II–IV. Over 180 days, both the tretinoin and vehicle groups demonstrated 30–40% improvement in photodamage, as evaluated by blinded assessors.

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Use of Oral Supplements and Topical Adjuvants for Isotretinoin-Associated Side Effects: A Narrative Review

This 2024 narrative review evaluates the efficacy and safety of various oral supplements and topical adjuvants in mitigating mucocutaneous and musculoskeletal side effects associated with isotretinoin therapy. Oral supplements such as omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin E, folic acid with vitamin B12, antihistamines, L-carnitine, biotin, and combination supplements were found to

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Moisture Retention of Glycerin Solutions with Various Concentrations: A Comparative Study

This 2022 study evaluated the moisture-retention capacity of glycerin solutions at concentrations ranging from 0% to 100% using gravimetric analysis, transepidermal water loss (TEWL) assessment, and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). Results indicated that moisture retention improved with increasing glycerin concentration up to 60%, with minimal weight change observed between 60%

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