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From the Vault: Fecal transplant may revive immunotherapy responses in melanoma We pulled this February 2024 vault article because it’s been a popular read. It’s a focused review of microbiota‑modulating…
Metabolic drugs for HS? GLP‑1 receptor agonists show promise beyond weight loss If you haven’t yet, dig into this recent JDD article about GLP-1 receptor agnosists and hidradenitis suppurativa. Hidradenitis…
Isotretinoin and IBD — large real‑world data offer reassurance In one of our recent JDD articles, a retrospective cohort using the TriNetX network compared acne patients exposed to long‑term, low‑dose…
Review highlights higher psychiatric comorbidity, systemic barriers to care, and the value of integrated psychodermatologic models This article in the December 2025 issue of JDD discusses how Hispanic and Latinx…
Now arrived for recently graduated dermatologists: the JDD Welcome Kit! The Journal of Drugs in Dermatology (JDD), together with generous sponsors, has sent these curated kits to the newest members…
Background: The objective of this survey was to obtain feedback and insights from United States dermatology healthcare professionals on their perceptions of sunscreens. Methods: This cross-sectional survey study launched online…
Join Dr. Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, as she presents data on over-the-counter product innovations from L'Oréal Dermatological Beauty's trusted brands: CeraVe and La Roche-Posay Dr. Draelos will discuss Xerosis Management…
Don’t lose platelets to the gel: simple tweaks boost PRP yield from thixotropic systems We are pulling out this must-read article from the vault. This brief report from the November…
Lessons learned from a challenging lived experience is a terrible thing to waste…which is why we would NEVER do so! In this episode of the JDD Podcast’s Steroid Stewardship Series,…
Despite millennia of observation and modern understanding of HPV, treatment choices remain trade‑offs between efficacy, speed and tolerability Warts are caused by non‑enveloped double‑stranded DNA human papillomaviruses and, while two‑thirds…
Representation improving but not solved—Black patients still underrepresented in recent HS trials A review of ClinicalTrials.gov trials for hidradenitis suppurativa initiated between June 2020 and December 2024 identified five trials…
Case report: IL‑31 receptor blockade markedly reduced neuropathic pruritus and improved quality of life in a 52‑year‑old woman after standard therapies failed Scarring reflects replacement of normal dermis by fibroblast-driven,…
Navigating the New Dermatology Landscape: Billing, Virtual Care, and the Rise of DermTok In the past several years, managing and running a dermatology practice has changed drastically. These changes have…
Review places silicone and occlusion as first‑line topical therapy, with retinoids, pressure, corticosteroids and cannabinoids as situational tools amid limited high‑quality evidence Scarring reflects replacement of normal dermis by fibroblast-driven,…
Efficient history, targeted exam, selective labs and clear shared‑decision plans let dermatologists deliver meaningful vitiligo care in time‑pressed visits In routine practice, non‑segmental vitiligo (NSV) visits can be both brief…
Background: Psoriasis is a common skin condition that affects the physical and emotional well-being of patients. Moisturizers have been shown to significantly improve skin condition and quality of life in…
Case Report: Peristomal Pyoderma Gangrenosum After Colectomy — A Clinical Reminder for Dermatologists This JDD Case Report dives into how a 55‑year‑old woman developed rapidly progressive, painful cribriform ulcers with…
In Field (Cancerization) Tested: Patient and Provider Perspectives on Klisyri, guest host Dr. Vishal A. Patel, Associate Professor of Dermatology and Medicine/Oncology at the George Washington University School of Medicine…
What patients eat matters in HS: pro‑inflammatory diets worsen disease; anti‑inflammatory patterns and targeted supplements may help This literature review synthesizes recent studies connecting dietary patterns with hidradenitis suppurativa severity.…
Case report shows symptom improvement with 1.5% ruxolitinib cream after standard therapies failed A 72‑year‑old woman with refractory Benign Familial Pemphigus (Hailey‑Hailey disease) experienced persistent flares despite conventional management with…
From the Vault: A popular consensus paper recommends newborn‑to‑child barrier care with ceramide‑containing moisturizers to delay flares and reduce steroid need We pulled this widely read JDD article because it…
Test Your Knowledge! Join Dr. Alexis Carrington, Chief Dermatology Resident at George Washington University, to help understand dermatologic conditions across all skin tones. Decoding Derm: What’s the Diagnosis is a…
Curated by the JDD Editors Missed any of our November highlights? November is packed with intriguing articles–start to dive in! Catch up with this curated roundup from the JDD Editors—your…
From the Vault: Fecal microbiota transplant may revive ICI responses in metastatic melanoma We went into the JDD vault to highlight a focused review of microbiota‑modulating interventions in metastatic melanoma treated…
Dermatology HCPs overwhelmingly back practical sunscreens — social media blamed for most misinformation A cross‑sectional online survey of 723 U.S. dermatology healthcare professionals via the Dermsquared platform probed perceptions of…
Mohs proves highly effective for female genital skin cancers - pooled review reports ~95% cure A targeted systematic review of the literature identified 166 treated cases of extramammary Paget’s disease,…
Check out our all-new JDD Video Abstract from Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, who discusses Skin Barrier Benefits of a Natural Moisturizing Factor and Lipids-Based Moisturizer for Clinically Sensitive Skin.
Check Out Our Latest TSLS The field of dermatology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, bringing groundbreaking research from the lab to the clinic. As part of its ongoing…
Corticosteroids have been the effective, accessible, and familiar backbone of dermatologic therapy for decades. But with great power comes great responsibility. In this episode, podcast host Dr. Adam Friedman, Professor…
Niacinamide still useful — but high oral doses may carry cardiovascular risk A literature review confirms that oral nicotinamide (niacinamide) is a versatile, generally well‑tolerated tool in dermatology: it reduces…
L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty: Discover What’s New & Next in OTC Care from CeraVe and La Roche-Posay
Join Seemal Desai, MD, FAAD, as he presents the latest over-the-counter product innovations from L'Oréal Dermatological Beauty's trusted brands: CeraVe and La Roche-Posay. Dr. Desai will present new clinical and…
Ranked As A Top 10 Dermatology Podcast The JDD podcast, hosted by Dr. Friedman, was recently ranked as a top ten dermatology podcast by Feedspot. We are grateful for the…
Caffeine shows promise for hair loss, but evidence remains preliminary A systematic review identified nine studies—five randomized controlled trials, three prospective cohorts and one twin‑twin cohort—evaluating caffeine interventions for hair…
Breakthroughs in atopic dermatitis are redefining treatment from the inside out. Discover how new data on race, microbes, and patient preferences are transforming the way we think about AD. In…
Barrier boost with benefits - new topical cream raises filaggrin, hyaluronic acid and lipids while improving tolerability A novel topical cream moisturizer produced meaningful biological and clinical improvements in both…
Exosome complex after microneedling shows promising hair‑regrowth signals in a 30‑patient series In a 30‑subject study (15 men, 15 women; mean age 50.2 years) treated with an Exosome Regenerative Complex+…
Think beyond inflammation: SAIGE framing reframes pediatric AD prevention and care A seven‑expert global panel of pediatric dermatologists and dermatologists used a modified Delphi process to produce five consensus statements…
Dupilumab delivers — but many patients need more than monotherapy over time In a US retrospective cohort (OM1 PremiOM™ AD) of 5,200 patients who started dupilumab between 2017-2021 (208 children, 430…
Join Dr. Kachiu Lee, a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist, to learn more about new innovations of SkinCeuticals. Dr. Lee will share the latest integrated skincare science from SkinCeuticals, focusing on products…
Topical Steroid Withdrawal — What Your Patients Are Watching Online Topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) is an increasingly visible — and misunderstood — drug‑related dermatosis that can follow abrupt discontinuation of…
Rethinking AD — Beyond Inflammation Atopic dermatitis remains common and stubborn, especially in pediatric patients, because inflammation is only one part of a self‑reinforcing loop that includes microbiome disruption, neuroimmune…
Meet Dr. Theodore (Ted) J. Daly Theodore (Ted) J. Daly MD has been in private practice at Garden City Dermatology, New York, for nearly four decades. He received his medical…
From the Vault: Novel Strategy for Strengthening Dermatoporotic Skin by Managing Cellular Senescence
Microdosed Actives Target Dermal Senescence - A Surprising Lab Advance That Could Reshape Dermatoporosis Care Dermatoporosis —age‑related thinning and fragility of the skin driven by fibroblast dysfunction, ECM breakdown, and…
Influenza Vaccination and Arm Nodules: Uncovering a Hidden Risk A large propensity-matched cohort study using TriNetX data found that intramuscular influenza vaccination carries a 32% higher risk of developing subcutaneous…
Sunscreen ... our daily epi/dermal defense, our solar safeguard, our broad-spectrum BFF for life. Yet lurking in the shaded areas are unfounded fears: “Sunscreen causes cancer; Sunscreen is an endocrine…
Dermatology On-Call Data Uncover Trends in Hematology–Oncology Cutaneous Complications Oncodermatology consults for hematological malignancy patients often uncover therapy-related skin toxicities that can derail cancer treatment. In a retrospective review of…
Curated by the JDD Editors Missed any of our October highlights? October is our Atopic Dermatitis focused issue–start to dive in! Catch up with this curated roundup from the JDD…
Test Your Knowledge! Join Dr. Alexis Carrington, Chief Dermatology Resident at George Washington University, to help understand dermatologic conditions across all skin tones. Decoding Derm: What’s the Diagnosis is a…
Check Out JDD Corner's Latest Author Spotlight Our current Author Spotlight features Omar Ibrahimi MD PhD and Catherine Di Giorgio MD, two of the co-authors who ran the clinical trials for…
Fast itch relief and comparable skin clearance at week 4 - a nonsteroidal option to note for mild-moderate AD In a phase 2, dose‑ranging trial, twice‑daily 1.5% ruxolitinib cream matched…
A simple 1% colloidal oatmeal regimen cut itch and improved eczema scores within days in toddlers A small open‑label study in children aged 3-72 months tested a twice‑daily 1% colloidal…
A multi-acid, antioxidant delivery approach that promises boost in radiance and texture without PIH. Worth a look for patients with FST V–VI Facial rejuvenation that's both effective and safe in…
Honoring The Life of a Giant in Dermatologic Surgery We are all mourning the untimely passing of our esteemed colleague and friend, Dr Ron Moy, in July 2025. Dr Moy…
Check out our all-new JDD Video Abstract from Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, who discusses Study of Adjuvant Sensitive-Skin Cleansings and Moisturizing Regimen in Plaque Psoriasis.
Acne Vulgaris... It pops up everywhere — in clinic, in conversation, and unfortunately, on our patients’ faces/trunks. While we’ve long leaned on prescription mainstays to zap zits, there’s a new family…
When One Target Isn’t Enough — Dual Therapy Clears Refractory ADW An adolescent with persistent, widespread atopic dermatitis failed topical therapy and dupilumab, then achieved only partial control on upadacitinib…
A Single‑Patient Signal That IL‑31 Blockade May Finally Tame The Relentless Itch Of Linear IgA Disease Linear IgA bullous dermatosis can be as much an itch disorder as a blistering…
Join JDD Podcast: Ask the Investigators as we celebrate almost a decade of dermatology insight with our trusted host, Dr. Adam Friedman. If you love learning with a smile, National…
Chatbots in the Waiting Room: How Reliable Are They for Dermatology Patients? Four consumer chatbots (ChatGPT 4o mini, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini Flash 1.5, and Perplexity) were asked about 25…
Psoriatic Arthritis Awareness Day: Reddit Sentiment Meets a Crohn’s Conundrum On September 28, Psoriatic Arthritis Awareness Day invites dermatologists to look beyond the clinic and into the digital communities where patients…
Clascoterone Keeps Gaining Ground in Acne Two identical Phase 3 trials (plus a long‑term extension) randomized patients ≥12 years with moderate‑to‑severe acne to twice‑daily clascoterone 1% cream or vehicle for…
Small Channels, Smarter Delivery - A Practical Boost For Topical And Regenerative Approaches Microneedling is proving to be a low‑risk, clinic-friendly way to enhance topical therapies (most consistently 5% minoxidil, now…
Dupilumab in Diverse Skin — Are Adverse Events Really the Same? Atopic dermatitis isn’t one-size-fits-all: chronic type 2 inflammation, barrier dysfunction, and S. aureus colonization are core features, but presentation…
Aesthetic treatments are evolving faster than ever, from fillers and sunscreens to the promise (and debate) of exosomes. This month’s Re:View spotlights the studies shaping today’s practice and tomorrow’s possibilities.…
Revisiting A Vault Favorite On The Fragile‐Skin Syndrome And The Emerging Role Of Calcipotriene We’re pulling this article from our JDD vault because it’s one of our most popular reads.…
Healio profiled a July Journal of Drugs in Dermatology study on the affordability of dermatologist-recommended skincare products for atopic dermatitis. The study, “Socioeconomic Disparities in Gentle Skin Care Access for…
Moderate Evidence Points To Safety And Quality-Of-Life Gains In Hard-To-Treat Patients We’re pulling this article from our vault because it’s one of our most popular reads, and with good reason.…
Cadaveric Simulations And A Standardized Management Algorithm Significantly Boost Confidence In Handling Vascular Emergencies Soft-tissue filler injections carry a real risk of vascular compromise—tissue necrosis, vision loss, even stroke—with few…
Unmasking Allergic Contact Dermatitis from Nail Products Everyday nail products, from budget bottles to luxury gel overlays, harbor sensitizers that can spark not only periungual itching and inflammation but also…
Charting New Paths in Hair Restoration for Alopecia Awareness Month As Alopecia Awareness Month unfolds, dermatologists have an opportunity to explore the latest evidence-based strategies for hair loss —straight from…
Active ingredients play a critical role in the efficacy and safety of cosmeceuticals. Join Julie Ann Woodward, MD as she shares information on the efficacy and safety on a new…
A New US Consensus on Acneceuticals in the Management of Acne Vulgaris: From Concept to Clinical Practice Faculty Hilary Baldwin, MD Board-Certified Dermatologist Medical Director Acne Treatment & Research Center…
Test Your Knowledge! Join Dr. Alexis Carrington, Chief Dermatology Resident at George Washington University, to help understand dermatologic conditions across all skin tones. Decoding Derm: What’s the Diagnosis is a…
Structural Insights: What Makes Some IL-23 Biologics More Effective in Psoriasis Check our all-new video abstract from Christopher G. Bunick MD PhD, who gives structural insights into what makes some…
Oral Hyaluronic Acid Supplement: Efficacy in Skin Hydration, Elasticity, and Wrinkle Depth Reduction
Meta-analysis of RCTs Reveals Significant Gains In Hydration And Elasticity - With Wrinkle Reduction On The Horizon A new meta-analysis of seven randomized controlled trials offers dermatologists a fresh look…
Curated by the JDD Editors Missed any of our September highlights? September is our Aesthetics Treatment focused issue–start to dive in! Catch up with this curated roundup from the…
In this special edition of the JDD Podcast, host Dr. Adam Friedman flips the script on one of dermatology’s most recognizable voices, Dr. Jim Del Rosso, to explore the why,…
Harness Klotho Protein’s UV-Defying Power for Breakthrough Photoaging Repair A landmark 12-week clinical study reveals that Klotho Skin Serum, a cutting-edge, anti-aging skin serum enriched with the Klotho protein, delivers…
Did You Miss These? Must-Listen JDD Podcasts on Acne, Dyspigmentation & Oncodermatology! Dermatology is always evolving, and if you haven’t caught the latest 'Ask the Investigator' podcast episodes, you’re missing…
Check Out JDD Corner’s Latest Author Spotlight When it comes to women’s hair loss, assumptions can lead us astray—and Dr. Dawn Queen is here to change the conversation. In JDD's…
Harness Klotho Protein’s UV-Defying Power for Breakthrough Photoaging Repair Every day, more families are turning to beauty aisles with their kids in tow, and retailers are responding. Sephora’s new “Kids”…
Biofilms, Hard Nodules, and the Surprising Power of Hypochlorous Acid Most hyaluronic acid lumps after filler settle on their own, but a rare “delayed-onset” nodule can spell trouble—especially when it…
Switching from Dupilumab to Upadacitinib: Practice-Informing Evidence from LEVEL UP SWITCH This exclusive video interview with Dr. Christopher Bunick unveils the practice-changing insights of the LEVEL UP SWITCH study, designed…
Harness the Power of AGE Inhibition for Superior Post-Resurfacing Results A breakthrough split-face study shows that a targeted AGE-inhibitory moisturizer dramatically elevates post-resurfacing skincare outcomes for all skin tones. After…
Uncovering Hidden Autoimmune Threats In Healed Zoster Sites Sometimes the skin that’s healed from herpes zoster can harbor an unexpected surprise. In two striking cases, patients developed new autoimmune eruptions—discoid…
Zabalafin’s All-In-One Assault On Inflammation, Infection, Dryness, and Itch Atopic dermatitis has long been driven by a vicious circle—staph overgrowth, immune flare-ups, parched skin, and relentless itch that feed one…
Check out our all-new JDD Video Abstract from Gary S. Rogers, MD, who discusses Placental Allograft Reconstruction of Cutaneous Wounds Following Mohs Surgery: A Propensity Score-Matched Comparative Cost-Effectiveness Analysis.
Why CBD’s Skin-Deep Potential Is Both Promising—And Puzzling For Your Practice Over the past decade, CBD has gone from a niche curiosity to a bona fide buzzword in skincare. Acting…
Curated by the JDD Editors Missed any of our August highlights? August is our psoriasis issue–a must-read. Catch up with this curated roundup from the JDD Editors—your guide to must-read articles…
Check Out JDD Corner’s Latest Author Spotlight Our latest Author Spotlight shines on Mark G. Lebwohl, MD, co-author of “Resolving Hyperkeratotic Psoriasis: Mechanisms of Action and Additive Effects of Fixed-Combination…
Recent Safety and Efficacy Data for Biologics in Psoriasis Treatment options for plaque psoriasis have proliferated significantly in the past decade, with an influx of biologics. With these seemingly interchangeable options,…
Welcome to our exclusive webinar, where we invite you to explore the intersection of beauty and science with Neutrogena®, a leader in the skincare industry. Join us as we delve…
A New Outreach Program Demonstrates How Targeted Education Can Transform Access To Dermatologic Care Since its launch in 2020, DermmunityTM, a community service program run by the USC Department of…
A Concise Look at the IMMPulse Trial Comparing Apremilast And Risankizumab In Moderate Plaque Psoriasis In a compelling video interview for the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, Dr. Christopher Bunick…
Several media outlets covered an August Journal of Drugs in Dermatology survey on the perceived dermatologic side effects of cancer treatments and how those perceptions could impact a person’s decision…
As the most common inflammatory skin disease, Acne Vulgaris is unavoidable in our line of work. By default, we have to be Princes/Princesses of Pimples, though fortunately we have a…
Oatmeal Uncovered: Your New Ally in Skin Health Discover why colloidal oatmeal has earned its spot in modern dermatology. At the JDD Oats in Skincare Educational Resource Center, we’ve assembled…
Transforming Routine Visits into Early‐Warning Systems for Psoriatic Arthritis What if every psoriasis appointment could double as a stealth screening for psoriatic arthritis? In one of our latest JDD articles titled…
Rice Bran Reimagined: A New Frontier in Hair Health Could this ancient grain extract be the next go-to for patients battling
Rethinking Spironolactone Dosing in Female Pattern Hair Loss Could a lower dose of spironolactone offer relief to women struggling with thinning hair? Female pattern hair loss (FPHL) is a multifactorial condition…
