by Emily Innes-LerouxJun 1, 20173 min readAntioxidant methylene blue found to help reverse signs of skin agingThese cross-section images show three-dimensional human skin models made of living skin cells. Untreated model skin (left panel) shows a...
by Emily Innes-Leroux, Associate EditorJan 25, 20172 min read3D bioprinter created to print human skinResearchers have developed a prototype for a 3D bioprinter that can create totally functional human skin. This skin is adequate for...
by Emily Innes-Leroux, Associated EditorJan 18, 20172 min readHow do solvents affect the skin?Dr. Emma Sparr, Lund University (Photo: Gunnar Menander) Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have developed a method that makes it...
by Emily Innes-Leroux, Associate EditorJul 20, 20162 min readHigh temperatures linked with increased risk of skin cancerWhile exposure to ultra-violet (UV) light has been established as a cause of skin cancer, new research has found that temperature may...
Derm CityMay 20, 20162 min read‘Sunscreen gene’ identifiedImage by: Johntex via wikimedia commons A study led by researchers from the University of Southern California's Keck School of Medicine...
Derm CityMay 11, 20163 min readScientists create “second skin” that provides cosmetic benefits, potential to deliver dermatitis theScientists have developed a “second skin” that can temporarily protect and tighten skin and smooth wrinkles. With further development,...