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Fri Oct 24, 2008 9:07 am  |
Laser treatment improves the appearance of sun damaged skin by increasing collagen production, according to a new study conducted by scientists in Michigan.
After topical application of 5-aminorulinic acid (5-ALA) that was left on the skin for three hours, 15 adult patients with significant photodamaged skin underwent pulsed dye-laser therapy to the forearm.
The research team noted increase in the levels of a number of molecular markers associated with skin damage and repair following the combination treatment.
Laser treatment was shown to be improved with the application of 5-ALA prior to treatment.
Source:
cosmeticsdesign-europe.com
Archive Dermatology
Volume 144, Issue 10, October 2008
Molecular effects of photodynamic therapy for photoaging
Jeffrey S. Orringer et al.
Here is the article about the findings in the study:
http://www.cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/Formulation-Science/Photodynamic-therapy-may-be-beneficial-for-sun-damaged-skin-study |
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Female, 40, Norway. Normal/dry skin, starting to see signs of aging. Staples: Glycolic acid cleanser, SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF, Revaleskin, NIA24. |
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Fri Oct 24, 2008 9:13 am |
That's awesome! I really wanna know how much it's gonna cost.  That's always the deciding factor for me.  |
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36 year old mother of 2, oily skin, prone to break outs, wrinkles around the eyes, forehead wrinkles and laugh lines |
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Thu Nov 06, 2008 11:39 pm |
| I agree on the price factor. Wouldn't it be nice though to deal with it in one appointment rather than in 3-4? |
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Fri Nov 07, 2008 8:25 am |
| Having just finished my recovery from the Active Laser, I can say it was well worth the 1,000 it cost for my undereyes and face. I did ooze and peel for about a week and then had very tender, red skin for over 3 but my skin is tighter, smoother with fewer pores and I am so glad I did it. The doc says I will continue to see the collagen increase for up to a year. |
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Joined the 50 club several years back, blonde w/ fair/sensitive skin, Texas humidity and prone to rosacea, light breakouts and sunburns, combo skin type, starting to see sundamage and fine lines |
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