Videos

In this week's Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc explains how to repair the skin moisture barrier.

Pointers with Dr Portela: How to Fix a Broken Skin Moisture Barrier

and joined the MJH Life Sciences team in April 2021. She graduated from Kent State University in 2018 with a bachelor's degree in journalism and a minor in sociology. Linda used to work as a creative writer for 

 and was a technical writer/regulatory specialist/purchasing agent at GM Industrial before coming on to the team. She enjoys reading, traveling, and learning new perspectives. You can reach her at 

Articles

A study in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology investigated whether fermented pomegranate extracts can protect against oxidative stress and skin aging.  

Study: Can Fermented Pomegranate Protect the Skin Against Aging? 

Morgan Petronelli is an associate editor for 

and joined the MJH Life Sciences team in December 2019. She graduated from Youngstown State University in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in journalism and a minor in political science. Prior to graduating, Morgan worked as the editor-in-chief of her college newspaper. She went on to work as an assignment editor at a broadcast news station in Youngstown, Ohio before joining 

She enjoys working out, listening to music, and playing with her dog Scout. You can reach her at 

Each month, Dermatology Times® features a roundup of products trending in skin care. Click here to find out what products are trending for the month of September.

What’s Trending in Skin Care? September 2021

John Jesitus is a medical writer based in Westminster, CO.

Innovations include underserved populations, acne, and advanced applications. 

New Frontiers in Laser, Light, Optical Devices 

DefenAge unveils the first-ever body cream containing defensins.

Backed by Science, New Body Cream Redefines Expectations of Aesthetic Medical Professionals

Crown Laboratories and L Catterton announce they will acquire StriVectin to create Crown Premium Skincare.

Crown Laboratories to Acquire StriVectin

In this video interview, Monica Bonakdar, MD, shares her thoughts on combination therapies, how COVID-19 affected her practice, and more. 

Combination Therapies with Monica Bonakdar, MD

A study published in the Dermatol Ther (Heidelb) journal performed an investigational overview on estrogens and their impact on health while explaining how this leads to cosmeceuticals for female patients with estrogen-deficient skin. 

Estrogen and Its Role in Skin Care

A pilot study from the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology investigated the efficacy and tolerability of a comprehensive antioxidant treatment for male patients seeking skin improvement. 

Study: Comprehensive Antioxidant for Male Patients

Jason Emer, MD, in this video interview, discusses plasma pen cosmetic treatments, the influx of patient interest, dangers of non-FDA cleared pens, and how to work with SOC patients. 

Anti-Aging