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Dermocosmetic management of hyperpigmentations.
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Annales de dermatologie et de venereologie [Ann Dermatol Venereol] 2012 Dec; Vol. 139 Suppl 4, pp. S166-9. - Publication Year :
- 2012
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Abstract
- Hyperpigmentations are very frequent situations that can have considerable impact on the quality of life of affected individuals. However, even if the esthetic prejudice they generate is undeniable, lentigo and melasma are benign conditions that require above all a risk-free management. In addition to the dermatological procedures (peeling, laser, etc.) and the topical drugs available to the dermatologist, there remains significant room for depigmenting dermocosmetic products. These products succeeded to transpose features of the classic pharmaceutical formula invented by Kligman from which they were inspired to the field of dermocosmetics. They comprise activators of epidermal turn-over, skin exfoliants, and active ingredients that interfere with the different stages of melanogenesis, without having the side effects of hydro quinone whose usage remains limited to the field of prescription drugs. Antioxidants are a particularly interesting addition because they participate in reducing cutaneous inflammation and efficiently complete the action of the other components of a depigmenting formula. It is important to remind the aggravating role that sun exposure has on hyperpigmentations. Therefore, measures of rigorous photoprotection are mandatory. Medical makeup, transitory or definite, is an interesting option for the management of hyperpigmentations. Consequently, depigmenting dermocosmetics, used in monotherapy but-most frequently- in combination with dermatological procedures, can be used in literally all types of hyperpigmentations with an efficacy that is dependent on the specific etiology. They are suited to be part of a treatment program that has to be adapted on a case-by-case basis.<br /> (Copyright © 2012 Elsevier Masson SAS. All rights reserved.)
- Subjects :
- Anti-Inflammatory Agents therapeutic use
Antioxidants therapeutic use
Cosmetics therapeutic use
Free Radical Scavengers therapeutic use
Humans
Keratolytic Agents therapeutic use
Lentigo drug therapy
Melanosis drug therapy
Phytotherapy
Plant Preparations therapeutic use
Skin Lightening Preparations therapeutic use
Sunscreening Agents therapeutic use
Dermatologic Agents therapeutic use
Hyperpigmentation drug therapy
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0151-9638
- Volume :
- 139 Suppl 4
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Annales de dermatologie et de venereologie
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 23522633
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/S0151-9638(12)70130-8