Dry skin et cetera, corneocyte detachment, desquamation, and neo-strata

Topical treatments for photoaged skin. Separating the reality from the hype

Most patients have committed the usual folly of recreational sunbathing in childhood, and in adulthood they notice the manifestations in the mirror. Increasingly, they are seeking professional advice regarding the growing stream of products that promise to improve their photoaged skin. Physicians need to be informed about the great range and complexity of products available, if for no other reason than to steer patients clear of traveling-medicine-show products. A better reason is to be able to provide guidance on proper use of formulations that have proven benefit.