The term “Corneotherapy” was originally coined by Albert Kligman, who is referred to as the Grandfather of Corneotherapy. It was not until the latter half of the 20th century that the stratum corneum began to be viewed as much more than a dead, inert passive membrane. Dr Kligman discov...
Glycerine or glycerin as it is also termed is one of the most commonly used humectants in cosmetics. Physically, glycerine is a water-soluble, clear, almost colorless, odorless, viscous, hygroscopic liquid with a high boiling point. Chemically, glycerine is a trihydric alcohol, capable of being rea...
Acne – What Are You Actually Treating? The focus of acne has always been the treatment of the following: Removal of dead skin Cells Kill p.Acnes Anti-inflammatories. Reduce sebum output The cause of hyperkeratinisation in acne has often been misunderstood. Originally it was believed to be gen...
Dietary indole compounds have been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments and diseases. Two indoles that have attracted recent attention for their therapeutic potential are I3C and DIM. I3C is a metabolite of glucosinolate glucobrassicin, which is a chief c...
The role of hereditary factors whilst involved in the pathogenesis of acne, does not fully account for the increase in acne in Western Society. After years of debate within the scientific community, finally it is well established with the current research that acne is a disease of the modern diet. ...
