SKIN CARE -- SKIN CARE -- Contents -- Preface -- Keeping Infant Skin Healthy through Proper Cleansing -- Abstract -- 1. Historical and Cultural Perspective on Cleansing -- 2. Infant Skin Development and Implications for Proper Skin Care Routines -- 2.1. Infant Skin Structure, Composition, and Function Continue to Evolve over the First Years of Life -- 2.2. Infant Skin Properties as Risk Factors for Skin Disease and Implications of Proper Cleansing -- 2.2.1. Irritant Contact Dermatitis -- 2.2.2. Atopic Dermatitis -- 2.2.3. Cradle Cap (Pityriasis Capitis) -- 2.2.4. Intertrigo -- 3. Cleansing Technology -- 4. The Need for Evidence-Based Practice -- 4.1. Current Knowledge -- 4.2. Current Guidelines -- Summary - Outlook -- Acknowledgments -- References -- Novel Approaches for Wound Repair Therapies -- Abstract -- Abbreviations -- Introduction -- Gene Therapy -- Stem Cells -- Embryonic Stem (ES) Cells -- Adult Stem (AS) Cells -- Bone Marrow Derived Stem Cells -- Umbilical Cord Derived Stem Cells -- Adipose-Derived Stem Cells (ADSCs) -- Cutaneous Stem Cells -- Clinical Applications of Stem Cells to Wound Healing -- Stem Cells and Gene Transfection -- Conclusion -- Ackowledgment -- References -- Skin Care: Chronic Ulcer Management -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Causes of Chronic Skin Ulcers -- Infected Chronic Ulcers -- Ischaemia Chronic Ulcers -- Venous Stasis Chronic Ulcers -- Neuropathic Chronic Ulcers -- Diabetic Chronic Ulcers -- Types of Ulcers -- Management of Chronic Ulcers -- Ulcer Care -- Ulcer Surgery -- Supportive Surgery -- Other Support -- Herbal Treatment -- Discussion -- Molecular Biology and Chronic Ulcer Treatment -- Conclusion -- References -- The Role of Nonprescription Topical Treatment on the Skin -- Abstract -- List of Abbreviations -- 1. Cosmetic VS Drugs -- 2. Cosmeceutical Trends -- 3. Cosmeceutical Ingredients.

Retinoids -- Hydroxy Acids -- Antioxidants -- Vitamin C -- Vitamin E -- Panthenol -- Lipoic Acid -- Coenzyme Q -- Niacinamide -- Dimethylaminoethanol -- Spin Traps -- Melatonin -- Catalase -- Glutathione -- Superoxide Dismutase -- Peroxidase -- Glucopyranosides -- Polyphenols -- Cysteine -- Allantoin -- Furfuryladenine -- Uric Acid -- Carnosine -- Essential Oils -- 4. Product Innovation and Target Delivery -- 5. Promising Anti-Aging Products -- Conclusions and Future Research -- References -- Current Preventive Strategies to Reduce Surgical Site Infections by the Endogenous Flora -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Pathogenesis of Surgical Site Infection -- Reduction of Bacterial Contamination of the Surgical Site -- Preoperative Antiseptic Showering -- Hair Removal -- Skin Disinfection -- Adhesive Barrier Drapes -- Antimicrobial Prophylaxis -- Intraoperative Management to Support the Natural Host Defense -- Optimal Temperature -- Optimal Glycemic Control -- Optimal Oxygenation -- In Summary -- New Preoperative Skin Care Strategies -- Conclusion -- References -- Recent Innovations in Topical Skin Care -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Skin Biology -- Effects of Photoaging -- Skin Evaluation -- Prevention of Photoaging -- Home Maintenance -- Cosmetics, Drugs and "Cosmeceuticals" -- Vitamins -- Alpha-Hydroxy Acids (AHA) -- Other Antioxidants -- Other OTC Agents -- Skin Resurfacing Methods -- Recommendations -- Future Advances in Skin Care -- References -- Acne Vulgaris and Adolescence -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Pathophysiology -- Management -- General -- Anti-Acne Medications -- Isotretinoin -- Other Anti-Acne Medications -- Conclusion -- References -- Keloids and Hypertrophic Scars after Surgery in Cancer Patients -- Introduction -- Keloid and Cancer -- Differential Diagnosis -- Current Therapies and Future Prospects -- Conclusion -- References -- Index.