Derm In The News: September 1-7

Post Bulletin: Fighting 'zombie cells.' Finding her 'North Star.' Inside the Mayo Clinic lab that's 3D printing skin

Saranya Wyles, MD, PhD, head of the Regenerative Dermatology and Skin Longevity Laboratory at the Mayo Clinic, is researching the role of "zombie cells" in skin disorders. These cells are damaged but not dead, contributing to aging and skin conditions. Her lab uses advanced 3D bioprinting technology to create models of human skin for study.

USA Today: Dye in Doritos used in experiment that, like a 'magic trick,' created see-through mice

Researchers at Stanford University discovered that tartrazine, a yellow-orange dye found in Doritos, can make mouse skin transparent. By mixing this dye with water, they achieved clear visibility of tissues in live mice, which could advance methods for observing internal body structures. This approach, detailed in the journal Science, relies on the dye's ability to absorb light, making it easier to see through the skin.

George Mason University: New study finds associations between use of skin care products and exposure to potential developmental toxicants

A study by George Mason University researchers has linked the use of skin care products in young children to increased levels of phthalates and phthalate-replacement chemicals in their urine. This research, which analyzed data from 630 children aged 4 to 8, found that different skin care products and their usage patterns contribute to varying levels of these endocrine-disrupting chemicals.

Phys.org: How fish guts might play a role in future skin care products

Researchers have discovered that molecules produced by gut bacteria from red seabream and blackhead seabream fish may have potential as skin care ingredients. These compounds, tested in cultured cells, showed promising skin-brightening and anti-wrinkle effects by inhibiting key enzymes related to pigmentation and collagen breakdown.

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