Anti-aging products and cosmeceuticals.
Topical therapies can be used as a solo treatment or as an adjunct to the various surgical options to improve upon and maintain the desired anti-aging results. They may also be used as a preventative therapy in younger men and women. Few drugs are currently marketed for the treatment and prevention of skin aging, whereas many cosmeceuticals,the fastest growing segment of the skin-care market, and herbal remedies are touted in the lay press. More than ever, patients are looking for a magical elixir that is easy to use,effective, and inexpensive. The more commonly used products are covered in this article.
Glaser
Dee Anna
DA
Department of Dermatology, Saint Louis University, 1402 South Grand Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63104, USA. glasermd@slu.edu
D000287:Administration, Topical; D000368:Aged; D000975:Antioxidants / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D004954:Esthetics; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009824:Ointments / Q000627:therapeutic use; D028321:Plant Preparations / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012176:Retinoids / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D012307:Risk Factors; D015595:Skin Aging / Q000187:drug effects*
D000975:Antioxidants; D003879:Dermatologic Agents; D009824:Ointments; D028321:Plant Preparations; D012176:Retinoids