Expert Interviews



Panelists discuss the importance of a gentle, minimalist skin care routine tailored to support the skin barrier in sensitive or compromised skin, emphasizing the use of pH-balanced cleansers, barrier-repairing moisturizers, and condition-specific strategies to reduce irritation and promote long-term skin health.

A panelist presents a case of severe, chronic facial seborrheic dermatitis in a young man, highlighting diagnostic challenges and emotional impact, and illustrating how daily use of a phosphodiesterase-4 (PDE4) inhibitor foam led to near-clearance and symptom relief by 8 weeks, underscoring the therapy’s effectiveness, safety, and adaptability to patient preferences.

Panelists discuss the structure and function of the skin barrier, highlighting key components like filaggrin and aquaporins, and emphasizing the need to protect against both environmental and lifestyle-related stressors—collectively known as the exposome—to maintain hydration and support long-term skin health.

A panelist presents a case of severe seborrheic dermatitis in a young man with facial and scalp involvement, demonstrating how a once-daily, foam-based phosphodiesterase-4 (PDE4) inhibitor provided rapid, complete clearance and itch relief, highlighting the importance of efficacy, cosmetic acceptability, and quality-of-life considerations in treatment selection.