What Happened at the Skin of Color Update 2021?

This past weekend, the staff at Dermatology Times® covered the Skin of Color Update 2021, which was held virtually. Below you can find a variety of conference-related articles we published, ranging from rosacea to hyperpigmentation. Click the links to read full-length stories on all of the latest news coming out of the Skin of Color Update 2021.

Nuances for Treating Acne in SOC Patients

Andrew Alexis, MD, MPH, presented on the subtle distinctions in treating skin of color patients with acne.

Recognizing and Treating Rosacea in Skin of Color

Hilary Baldwin, MD, presented on how to recognize, diagnose, and treat rosacea in patients with skin of color.

Laser Therapy for Scars and Keloids

Jill Waibel, MD, discusses her recommendations on how to treat keloids and scaring using lasers.

Novel, Non-prescription Regimen Improves Hyperpigmentation

A cosmetic topical brightener serum combined with a dual antioxidant system show promise in treating moderate to severe hyperpigmentation in skin of color patients.

Understanding Hidradenitis Suppurativa Subtypes

Ginette A. Okoye, MD, FAAD, provides several clinical pearls to help physicians find the best therapy for their individual hidradenitis suppurativa patients.

What’s New in Keloids?

Hilary Baldwin, MD, presents on keloids in light skin patients, hypopigmentation after treatment, to stitch or not to stitch, and more.

Editor's note: Check back often as this article will continue to be updated in the coming weeks with additional coverage from the Skin of Color Update 2021.