Skinspan: A Holistic Roadmap for Extending Skin Longevity With Evidence-Based Interventions

    September 2025 in “ Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology
    Elizabeth Kream, Sabrina G. Fabi, Monica Boen
    Studysummary This study introduces the "skinspan" framework to promote skin longevity through sun protection, topical retinoids, and antioxidants as first-line care. It suggests lasers and emerging therapies as additional options but emphasizes the need for more randomized controlled trials to solidify the evidence base. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
    The document introduces "skinspan," a concept focused on extending the period of youthful, healthy skin through evidence-based interventions. It identifies intrinsic and extrinsic factors contributing to skin aging and suggests interventions like photoprotection, smoking cessation, and a healthy lifestyle to support skin health. Medical interventions such as retinoids, vitamin C, and stem cell therapies are also discussed. The paper outlines a roadmap with first-line strategies like sun protection and antioxidants, second-line interventions like laser treatments, and emerging third-line therapies such as stem cell-based treatments. It emphasizes the importance of combining lifestyle and medical strategies to preserve skin health and calls for more randomized clinical trials to support new therapies.
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