June 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the potential benefits and challenges of using extracellular vesicles in aesthetic medicine but reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for rigorous validation and stronger regulatory oversight.
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June 2025 in “Preprints.org” This literature review found a significant increase in men seeking non-surgical and surgical cosmetic procedures, driven by improved self-confidence, with high efficacy and satisfaction reported by specialists providing advanced, patient-focused care.
December 2025 in “International Journal Of Ayurvedic And Herbal Medicine” This review explores Ayurvedic cosmetology, highlighting its potential for safe, sustainable, and effective herbal formulations to enhance aesthetics and address beauty-related concerns alongside modern cosmetic practices.
In this narrative review, the authors explored various rehabilitative techniques, including injections and physical therapies, that may enhance aesthetics and psychosocial wellbeing in patients with disabilities, emphasizing a multidisciplinary approach to improve both functional and cosmetic outcomes.
March 2003 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This article reports that a series of techniques can effectively improve cosmetic deformities caused by Juri and Elliott flap procedures, restoring patients to a more natural appearance.
4 citations
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February 2014 in “Proceedings of SPIE” This review discusses the diverse applications of low-level laser therapy in aesthetic dermatology, especially for managing alopecia, but notes that comprehensive literature on its effectiveness is lacking.
2 citations
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July 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This research discusses the shift in cosmetic dermatology towards integrating regenerative medicine, AI, and personalized care, highlighting their potential to improve aesthetic outcomes and skin function while considering ethical and regulatory challenges.
8 citations
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November 2020 in “Optics and Laser Technology” This review discusses the applications and advantages of LED-based photobiomodulation therapy for dermatological and cosmetic purposes but highlights existing challenges and health concerns while exploring future perspectives.
5 citations
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January 2013 in “Otorhinolaryngology clinics : an international journal” This review discusses the use of platelet-rich plasma in cosmetic surgery, highlighting its expanding applications and promising potential in aesthetic treatments, but reports no new empirical findings.
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July 2025 in “The Open Dermatology Journal” This study explores the transformative role of tissue engineering in cosmetics, highlighting innovations like lab-grown skin and personalized grafts that enhance product efficacy, offer ethical alternatives to animal testing, and address aesthetic issues such as scarring and aging.
8 citations
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June 2023 in “Journal of clinical medicine” This study reviews the use of nanofat in facial rejuvenation and cosmetic surgery, highlighting its potential for improving skin appearance and treating conditions like wrinkles and acne scars, yet emphasizes the need for further research into its long-term efficacy and safety.
4 citations
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August 2021 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This paper reviews the potential of stem cells, especially adipose-derived ones, in cosmetic dermatology, particularly for androgenetic alopecia and skin rejuvenation, highlighting their promise but noting the need for more rigorous trials to confirm their effectiveness and standardize treatments.
September 2006 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This study observed a 31% decrease in antidepressant use among patients who were preoperatively taking such medication, suggesting cosmetic surgery may influence antidepressant needs.
36 citations
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November 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review discusses the significant burden of disease and psychosocial implications associated with alopecia, highlighting its comorbidities and the impact on quality of life despite being viewed traditionally as an aesthetic concern, but reports no clinical results.
4 citations
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June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a high-power triple-wavelength diode laser effectively and safely treated facial hirsutism and follicular disorders in individuals with darker skin tones, showing significant hair reduction without adverse events.
June 2002 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” This article is a book review published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology and reports no new clinical findings.
December 2019 in “Medicina estética” This review examines the role of dermatoscopy in cosmetic medicine and explores literature, training offerings, and practitioner utilization, but reports no new empirical findings.
June 2001 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” This article shares the author's personal reflections on medico-legal issues encountered in the field of cosmetic surgery and aesthetic dermatology, but does not present new research findings.
2 citations
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July 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Dermatologists are increasingly developing surgical methods for cosmetic procedures.
August 2022 in “Regenerative Medicine” This review discusses the potential esthetic applications and regenerative properties of adipose-derived stem cells but reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing the need for further research to establish efficacy.
August 2003 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” This article is a book review published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology and does not report new scientific findings.
7 citations
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January 2020 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This paper reviews the underattention to aging hair care in cosmetic dermatology and emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to facial and hair rejuvenation, but it reports no new research findings.
December 2019 in “Buletin de psihiatrie integrativă” This article highlights the psycho-affective risks associated with aesthetic medical procedures and stresses the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to improve care in this field, but reports no new clinical results.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” 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.
10 citations
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October 2017 in “Dermatologic clinics” This article highlights the need for dermatologists to understand male-specific anatomical and physiological differences to optimize aesthetic treatment outcomes for men, but it reports no new clinical results.
March 2026 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” This study evaluated pregnant women's skincare and cosmetic usage habits, revealing that despite continued use during pregnancy, their awareness and practices of sun protection were insufficient. The researchers suggest that educational programs could improve knowledge on safe cosmetic choices and sun protection for expectant mothers.
May 2023 in “Current Medicinal Chemistry” This review highlights the potential of microneedle devices in dermatology for conditions like skin aging and autoimmune skin diseases, emphasizing their ability to facilitate targeted drug delivery by creating temporary skin pathways.
91 citations
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August 2024 in “Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B” This review explores how microneedles can improve the delivery of dermatological treatments by bypassing the skin's outer barrier, discussing their potential use in managing skin diseases, cosmetic applications, and challenges related to clinical adoption.
4 citations
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December 1999 This article outlines various aspects of aesthetic facial surgery, including techniques and adjunct procedures, but reports no new clinical findings.
February 2022 in “Cosmetic Dermatology” This article reviews the role of Platelet Rich Plasma in cosmetic dermatology and discusses a new method for storing PRP for personalized home use without reporting clinical outcomes.