The Use of Cosmeceuticals in Acne: Help or Hoax?
Publication/Presentation Date
4-1-2017
Abstract
The use of cosmeceuticals by patients with acne is common; however, their role is unclear and confusing, with many asking, "Do they really help acne?" Cosmeceuticals are intermediate products between prescription medications and cosmetics, available to consumers over the counter. These products are popular and may be used without the direct supervision of a dermatologist, creating a practice gap in educating patients. Herein, a variety of cosmeceuticals are discussed, including retinoids, niacinamide, and glycolic acid. The evidence for and against cosmeceutical use in patients with acne is reviewed.
Volume
18
Issue
2
First Page
159
Last Page
163
ISSN
1179-1888
Published In/Presented At
Barros, B. S., & Zaenglein, A. L. (2017). The Use of Cosmeceuticals in Acne: Help or Hoax?. American journal of clinical dermatology, 18(2), 159–163. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40257-016-0249-6
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
28063095
Department(s)
Department of Medicine
Document Type
Article