Howard I. Maibach

Peter Elsner

Enzo Berardesca

This book focuses on the objective measurement of two major parameters of skin function: blood flow and erythema.

Cutaneous Blood Flow and Erythema

Bioengineering of the Skin

Joachim W. Fluhr

Bioengineering of the skin, or more precisely the biophysical assessment of skin physiology, is moving rapidly from a descriptive approach to a deeper understanding of biophysical and biochemical processes. This second edition of the popular text Bioengineering of the Skin: Water and Stratum Corneum reflects the progress in the field, focusing on t

Water and the Stratum Corneum, 2nd Edition

"This is the first book to extensively cover all aspects of both irritant and allergic contact dermatitis prevention. Edited by a panel of renowned international experts in occupational and environmental dermatitis, it examines the epidemiological basis of the disease, prediction of irritancy and allergenicity by modern techniques, and prevention of percutaneous penetration. Several contributions focus on the practical aspects of preventing allergic and irritant dermatitis in the workplace and, in order to optimize preventive strategies, a number of key chapters detail exposure assessment and the targeting of risk groups. Secondary prevention is also thoroughly discussed with valuable advice on how to avoid recurrences of the disease in patients with a history of contact dermatitis. Finally, up-to-date information and recommendations on protective gloves and skin care products are given by leading researchers in the field. This publication will be of immense interest to dermatologists, occupational physicians, safety engineers, pharmacologists, toxicologists and cosmetologists."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Prevention of Contact Dermatitis

Jared R. Jagdeo

Raja Sivamani

Cosmeceuticals and Active Cosmetics discusses the science of nearly two dozen cosmeceuticals used today. This third edition provides ample evidence on specific cosmeceutical substances, their classes of use, skin conditions for which they are used, and points of interest arising from other considerations, such as toxicology and manufacturing. The b

Cosmeceuticals and Active Cosmetics

Raja K Sivamani

Cosmeceuticals and Active Cosmetics discusses the science of nearly two dozen cosmeceuticals used today. This third edition provides ample evidence on specific cosmeceutical substances, their classes of use, skin conditions for which they are used, and points of interest arising from other considerations, such as toxicology and manufacturing. The book discusses both cosmetic and therapeutic uses of cosmeceuticals for various conditions including rosacea, dry skin, alopecia, eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, purpura, and vitiligo. Active ingredients in the following products are discussed: caffeine, curcumin, green tea, Rhodiola rosea, milk thistle, and more. Also covered are topical peptides and proteins, amino acids and derivatives, antioxidants, vitamins E and C, niacinamide, botanical extracts, and biomarine actives. Providing ample scientific references, this book is an excellent guide to understanding the science behind the use of cosmeceuticals to treat a variety of dermatological conditions.

Jens Thiele

Are free radicals and reactive oxygen species relevant to dermatopathology? Do antioxidants protect against free-radical-mediated cutaneous diseases and aging? To these and further current questions in the rapidly progressing field of basic and applied skin research, this up-to-date volume provides a scientific basis. It presents state-of-the-art reviews on the progress in detection of free radicals and antioxidants and their responses to environmental oxidative stressors. Furthermore, several expert contributions focus on the exciting developments in oxidative DNA damage and UVB- and UVA-induced signal transduction in skin. Finally, information is given on new antioxidant protection strategies against skin carcinogenesis and skin aging which may be fundamental for the pharmaceutical or skin-care products of tomorrow. Due to its unique and up-to-date collection of state-of-the-art contributions by many of the world's leading scientists in the field, this book will be essential reading for dermatologists, cosmetologists, pharmacologists and environmental toxicologists.

Oxidants and Antioxidants in Cutaneous Biology

James G. Marks

Vincent A. DeLeo

The revised and updated New Edition of this practical guide provides comprehensive, yet concise, coverage of the diagnosis and management of suspected contact and occupational dermatitis--from the basic principles of allergic and irritant contact dermatitis*to data collection, patient evaluation, and monitoring. Readers will find detailed discussions on patch testing, allergens, occupational skin disease, contact urticaria, contact dermatitis, and more. With a brand-new co-author, information on new antigens, and a substantially revised chapter that serves as a mini-atlas of regional contact dermatitis, this trusted resource offers complete, expert guidance--page after page! Offers a new atlas format in the Regional Contact Dermatitis chapter, which matches color clinical photographs with suggested allergens for testing based on the location of the dermatitis Features new coverage of textile dermatitis, with appropriate avoidance measures for glove and shoe allergic contact dermatitis Explores all relevant issues surrounding patch testing, including patient history, distribution of the dermatitis, and occupation. Makes patient education easier with allergen exposure lists designed to be photocopied and handed out. Includes new antigens on the exposure lists such as benzyl alcohol, iodopropynl butylcarbamate, disperse blue 106, and ethylene urea/melamine formaldehyde resin. Employs a concise, practical approach that makes the New Edition appropriate for a wide range of medical practitioners.

Contact & Occupational Dermatology

Miranda A. Farage

Christian Surber

An excellent summary and review Mucosal membranes have unique anatomical and physiological properties -- differing from those of the keratinized epithelium -- which affect drug or chemical absorption. This makes the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the mucosa a challenge to dermatologists as well as gynecologists, since many conditions are difficult to recognize and well-established principles of skin disease treatment do not apply to the mucosa. This volume is exclusively devoted to the mucosal membrane and delivers a better understanding of this distinctive area. Subsequently to introductory chapters on the morphology and physiology of the mucosa, the topical treatment of impaired mucosal membranes is discussed. A third section covers the wide spectrum of consumer products applied on mucosal surfaces. Finally, the safety of products for mucosal membranes is reviewed. Providing an excellent summary and review of the latest findings and topical applications, this book will be of great value to physicians and clinicians in dermatology or gynecology, pharmacists, scientists and toxicologists who are involved in the development of products for mucosal membranes.

Topical Applications and the Mucosa

Kathryn L. Hatch

Walter Wigger-Alberti

Completely new textile technologies have recently been developed with the goal of giving additional functionality to garments. Textiles have been improved to protect against UV radiation and toxic gases or to enhance breathability. In addition, they may have integrated sensors to diagnose medical conditions or may be equipped with carrier molecules to absorb substances from the skin and release therapeutic compounds. At the same time, the awareness of unwanted effects clothing may have on human health has increased. This volume familiarizes the dermatologist, allergologist and occupational physician with what he should know about textiles, and, on the other hand, the textile or chemical engineer with what he should know about the human skin. Further, it is divided into two parts the first of which discusses the functionality of textiles also in medicine, for instance in the prevention of skin infections or wound healing. The last part deals with allergic contact and irritant dermatitis and the risks of possible exposure to hazardous chemical residues in textiles. For the first time the knowledge of textile engineers and dermatologists has been brought together to stimulate a promising interchange.

Textiles and the Skin

S. Schliemann

The differential application of skin protection in occupational settings becomes increasingly complex. Due to new scientific results and technological aspects as well as European and US regulations that have to be considered in the context of cosmetics and personal protective equipment, the practical application of skin protection requires constant reviewing and improvement. This publication provides a comprehensive update on specific cosmetic products from general principles of composition, protection from specific exposures, such as irritants, allergens and ultraviolet irradiation, to safety and efficacy testing both from the perspective of in vitro and in vivo testing. The second part focusses on special requirements and practical application in high-risk occupations and the respective skin protection programs, also including some critical remarks on the limitations of currently available skin protection measures. For specialists in the field of occupational dermatology such as dermatologists, allergists, occupational physicians, industrial hygienists, toxicologists, pharmacists and cosmetic scientists, this volume provides essential information on practical application, recommendation, testing or the making of personal skin protection products.

Practical Applications in the Occupational Setting

Skin Protection

Jan E. Wahlberg

Lasse Kanerva

Commercially available chemicals used for patch testing are the main focus of this book. It is the first book which provides a short and concise explanation to physicians, patients, and employees on how to minimize allergic contact dermatitis when patch testing is completed. The second book of this mini-series, "Patch testing and Prick testing" covers the new standard of patch testing and prick testing procedures in an efficient and practical way. Both of these well-structured books should not be missed by any physician in daily practise when treating patients with dermatological problems.

Peter Elsner

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