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Dermatology Times previews the research, clinical updates, late-breaking data, and therapeutic advances to watch at EADV 2026 in Vienna.

LEO Pharma has closed its acquisition of dersimelagon from Tanabe Pharma after the FDA accepted the drug's NDA for filing and granted Priority Review, with a PDUFA date expected by the end of February 2027.

Joshua Zeichner, MD, presents phase 3 results showing topical clascoterone 5% stays well tolerated for 12 months and boosts hair density, signaling a new DHT-blocking option.

Sol-Gel Technologies has completed patient follow-up in its pivotal phase 3 trial of SGT-610 (patidegib gel, 2%) for Gorlin syndrome, with top-line results expected in late November 2026.

Two small clinical studies evaluated skincare and dermabrasion for changes in skin quality among individuals taking medical weight loss medications.

Two-year POETYK PsA-2 data showed sustained ACR and minimal disease activity responses with deucravacitinib and no new safety signals.

Faculty from the Cutaneous Oncology Workshop answer practical questions spanning skin cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.

Two new Neutrogena facial sunscreens incorporate bemotrizinol, the first new sunscreen active ingredient added to the US OTC monograph in decades.

Longer treatment duration was independently associated with VASI improvement, while publicly insured patients experienced higher topical JAK inhibitor denial rates.

Though convenient, SPF-infused cosmetics rarely deliver their labeled protection level in real-world use, underscoring the continued need for a dedicated broad-spectrum sunscreen as the foundation of any routine.

This review of the latest dermatological studies includes insights on stem cell therapies for skin rejuvenation, smoke exposure in HS, hair loss in pediatric IBD, and more.

Genetic study links higher BMI to looking older, but causality stays unclear; Mendelian randomization flags shared signals and candidate genes needing validation.

An HS toolbox with wound care, symptom relief, and personal care supplies can help patients stay prepared for unexpected flares.

Dermatitis-related adverse events vary widely across atopic dermatitis systemic trials, driven by disease fluctuation and reporting differences, informing patient counseling and flare definitions.

The FDA has set a PDUFA target action date of June 29, 2027, based on APEX trial data showing a 65% overall response rate in advanced systemic mastocytosis.

Victoria Werth, MD, professor of dermatology and rheumatology at the University of Pennsylvania, recently discussed brepocitinib's FDA approval for dermatomyositis and what the VALOR trial data mean for patients and clinicians.

The inaugural workshop explored skin cancer care from prevention and diagnosis through systemic therapy, radiation, and multidisciplinary management.

New review explores why eczema and ADHD often overlap in youth, highlighting sleep loss, itch-driven inflammation, plus screening and treatment tips.

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The expanded indication makes Ameluz with RhodoLED the first FDA-approved photodynamic therapy for the treatment of a skin cancer.

Takeda’s investigational oral TYK2 inhibitor is supported by phase 3 LATITUDE data demonstrating significant skin clearance versus placebo and apremilast.

The final session of the Cutaneous Oncology Workshop explored advances in systemic therapy, management of immunotherapy-related skin reactions, and the role of radiation.

Merz Aesthetics adds two FDA-approved Belotero HA fillers for midface volume and lip fullness, promising natural movement and long-lasting results.

In a 52-week open-label trial, tildrakizumab-asmn (Ilumya) reduced a mortality-linked DNA methylation clock by up to 0.5 years while clearing psoriasis symptoms.

At the Dermatology Times NP/PA Cutaneous Oncology Workshop in Tampa, Florida, Amit Om, MD, outlined why field-directed therapy is increasingly favored over lesion-directed treatment for actinic keratosis.

At the Dermatology Times NP/PA Connect Cutaneous Oncology Workshop in Tampa, Florida, Angad Chadha, MD, discussed his upcoming presentations on gene expression profiling and cutaneous side effects of immunotherapy.

Attendees put technique into practice during an interactive suturing session led by Tristan Hasbargen, PA-C, using individual kits and real-world clinical examples.

At the Cutaneous Oncology Workshop, faculty explored lesion recognition, surgical decision-making, risk stratification, and the evolving role of molecular testing.

Faculty at the Dermatology Times Cutaneous Oncology Workshop addressed real-world questions on mole mapping, biopsy decisions, oral photoprotection, and actinic keratosis treatment.

In the morning session, Experts highlighted evolving photoprotection strategies, field-directed treatment of actinic keratoses, hereditary cancer risk, and practical dermoscopy pearls for APPs.