The Excesses of Cosmetic Medicine

    Trüeb Rm, Natalia Caballero Uribe
    Studysummary This source discusses the ethical dilemmas and business pressures in cosmetic dermatology, emphasizing the shift toward commercialism and profit-driven practices influenced by social media and market demands, potentially leading to conflicts of interest and professional misconduct.
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    The document explores the evolution and ethical concerns in cosmetic medicine, focusing on the rise of injectables and societal pressures to maintain youth. It highlights the importance of evidence-based medicine in treating hair loss and the dual focus of hair aging research on aesthetics and biological changes. The text criticizes the influence of capitalism in trichology and emphasizes the need for ethical standards to preserve the field's integrity. It introduces terms to distinguish medically qualified professionals from those focused on cosmetic aspects, with no financial conflicts reported.
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