Daily Derm Times: February 24, 2025

Author(s):

Emma Andrus, Editor

Key Takeaways

Marketing anti-aging products to children raises ethical concerns due to potential harm and lack of necessity.
Roflumilast may fill a significant treatment gap for pediatric atopic dermatitis if approved.
Sunscreen is the most effective prevention method for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation in skin of color.
Laser and bimatoprost combination therapy improves facial vitiligo without increasing adverse events.
Ustekinumab biosimilar Yestintek expands treatment access for chronic autoimmune diseases in the US.

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Ethical Considerations and Guidance of Cosmeceuticals in Pediatric Care

The promotion of anti-aging products to children, who don't yet experience age-related skin changes, is both ethically questionable and potentially harmful.

Phase 3 Trial Supports Roflumilast for Pediatric AD

Lead author on recent research, Lawrence Eichenfield, MD, said if approved, this treatment could fill a “significant gap.”

Sunscreen is the Best Way to Prevent Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation in Skin of Color

Although more research is needed to fill this gap, sunscreen had the greatest success rates of all the prevention methods in this literature review.

Laser and Bimatoprost Combination Therapy Improve Facial Vitiligo

Findings suggest that this novel treatment approach can enhance the quality of life for vitiligo patients without increasing the risk of adverse events.

Ustekinumab Biosimilar Yestintek Launches in the US, Expanding Treatment Access for Chronic Autoimmune Diseases

Ustekinumab-kfce is available for the treatment of chronic autoimmune conditions like Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and plaque psoriasis.

SLIDESHOW: Exploring Merz Aesthetics' Global Confidence Study Data

Merz Aesthetics' global study highlights how aesthetic treatments boost self-confidence, well-being, and empower individuals, transforming self-care practices.

How the LIMITLESS Initiative Supports Female Leaders in Dermatology

Mindy Haws, MD, spoke to Dermatology Times about the new videos, podcasts, and other resources LIMITLESS offers for women at all stages of their careers.