Abstract
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) and intense pulsed light therapy (IPL) are commonly used in the setting of photorejuvenation. Patient expectations for minimal to no downtime associated with these procedures has become an increasingly important issue. In an attempt to define a topical skin care regimen that would reduce procedure-related symptoms and possibly enhance therapeutic efficacy, 4 separate topical products were examined. Avène Thermal Spring Water (Laboratoires Dermatologiques Avène, Les Cauquillous, France), NIA 24 (Niadyne, Inc, Research Triangle Park, NC), MimyX cream (Stiefel Laboratories, Coral Gables, FL), and Biafine (OrthoNeutrogena, Los Angeles, CA) were studied individually in the setting of either PDT or IPL treatments. The results of these studies indicate that a pre- and/or postprocedure topical skin care regimen can be beneficial in reducing postprocedure symptoms.
Publication types
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Comparative Study
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Randomized Controlled Trial
MeSH terms
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Administration, Topical
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Aftercare / methods*
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Amides
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Aminolevulinic Acid / administration & dosage
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Aminolevulinic Acid / therapeutic use
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Cosmetic Techniques
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Dermatologic Agents / administration & dosage
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Dermatologic Agents / therapeutic use
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Double-Blind Method
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Emulsions
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Endocannabinoids
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Ethanolamines
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Female
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Humans
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Lipids / administration & dosage
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Lipids / therapeutic use
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Mineral Waters / administration & dosage
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Mineral Waters / analysis
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Mineral Waters / therapeutic use
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Niacin / administration & dosage
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Niacin / analogs & derivatives
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Niacin / therapeutic use
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Ointments
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Palmitic Acids / administration & dosage
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Palmitic Acids / therapeutic use
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Patient Satisfaction
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Photochemotherapy / methods*
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Phototherapy / methods*
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Prospective Studies
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Skin Care / methods*
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Time Factors
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Treatment Outcome
Substances
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Amides
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Biafine
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Dermatologic Agents
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Emulsions
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Endocannabinoids
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Ethanolamines
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Lipids
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Mineral Waters
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Ointments
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Palmitic Acids
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Niacin
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palmidrol
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Aminolevulinic Acid