Publications by authors named "Jose Euzebio Goncalves Junior"

Purpose: Acne is a skin condition of the pilosebaceous unit that affects mainly the face, chest and trunk. Approximately 50% of subjects with facial acne also have acne of the trunk. This study investigated the clinical benefit of a cleansing gel containing salicylic acid 2%, zinc gluconate 0.

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Skin aging goes beyond a chronological process and also results from extrinsic factors referred to as the exposome. Hyaluronic acid (HA) is an important component of the extracellular matrix, with loss starting at 25 years old. While many studies of HA concern topical use, few literature reviews only address the use of topical HA in dermatology.

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Background: Acne is a chronic disease that affects the pilosebaceous follicle and is characterized by the presence of non-inflammatory and/or inflammatory lesions, affecting both adolescents and adults. Inflammatory acne lesions are capable to increase their melanin production and promote a post-inflammatory hyperchromia.

Aims: To assess the efficacy of a serum containing dioic acid, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, LHA, citric acid, and HEPES in treating post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and controlling skin oiliness in Brazilian patients with acne vulgaris.

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