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From “Botox in a bottle” to castor oil and face taping, Dermatology Times reviews the evidence behind 3 viral dermatology trends from October.

Find out what skin care products and aesthetic innovations clinicians are recommending to patients for the month of October.

Face taping promises smoother skin and fewer wrinkles without injectables, but evidence suggests any visible benefits are largely temporary.

Explore trending plant oils in skincare and haircare, plus 2026’s hottest actives like ectoin and hypochlorous acid—balancing glow, barrier repair, and irritation risks.

Dermatology’s growing focus on skin longevity demands clear definitions, validated outcomes, and rigorous evidence beyond anti-aging claims.

A single subcutaneous dose led to a 4-point or greater itch reduction in 82% of patients with chronic pruritus at week 12 vs 22% with placebo, Attovia reported.

At a Dermatology Times Case-Based Roundtable event, Carolyn Goh, MD, led clinicians through a discussion of severity scoring, patient-reported outcomes, CYP2C9 testing, and long-term monitoring across 3 alopecia areata cases.

The AADA warns that dermatologists could face a 6% Medicare payment reduction in 2027 despite CMS revisions to modifier 25 policies.