Combination Superficial Peels With Salicylic Acid and Post-Peel Retinoids.

Background: Salicylic acid (SA) and retinoids, tretinoin (all-trans retinoic acid [ATRA]), and retinol (all-trans retinol) are widely used as topical agents for the improvement of photodamage and acne vulgaris. They can be used in daily take-home products or as part of an in-office procedure, combining the benefits of a keratolytic (SA) and a retinoid.

Objective: The objective of this research was to compare the efficacy for ameliorating photodamage of topical tretinoin (0.

Intense pulsed light treatment of photoaged facial skin.

Background: It has been reported that intense pulsed light is efficacious for rejuvenation of photoaged skin, specifically the improvement of appearance of telangiectases and solar lentigines.

Objective: The objective was to define the treatment variables for photodamaged facial skin using a newer intense pulsed light system.

Methods: Twenty-three female subjects received three treatments using double-stacked pulses with fluences of 24 and 30 J/cm2.

High-strength tretinoin for rapid retinization of photoaged facial skin.

Background: Emollient creams of 0.02% and 0.05% tretinoin are currently used for improving the appearance of photoaged skin.