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Neurosensine · Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2016A dermocosmetic containing bakuchiol, Ginkgo biloba extract and mannitol improves the efficacy of adapalene in patients with acne vulgaris: result from a controlled randomized trial
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Propanediol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024Assessment of the Benefit of a Deep Cleansing Gel Containing Salicylic Acid 2%, Zinc Gluconate 0.2% and Lipohydroxy Acids 0.05% in Patients with Mild to Moderate Truncal Acne: Results from an Exploratory Study
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Sodium laureth sulfate · Food and Chemical Toxicology, 2001Topical application of jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis L.) wax enhances the synthesis of pro-collagen III and hyaluronic acid and reduces inflammation in the ex-vivo human skin organ culture model
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Capryloyl salicylic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008Comparative benefit of two thermal spring waters after photodynamic therapy procedure
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Argilla · Skin Research and Technology, 2023A dermocosmetic formulation containing Vichy volcanic mineralizing water, Vitreoscilla filiformis extract, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin E regenerates and repairs acutely stressed skin
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Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1987Using ordered mesoporous silica SBA-15 to limit cutaneous penetration and transdermal permeation of organic UV filters
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Octocrylene · Antioxidants, 2025A randomized controlled trial to compare the effectiveness and safety of adsorbent lotion containing tapioca starch, spent grain wax, Butyrospermum parkii extract, argania spinosa kernel oil, aloe barbadensis, rosehip oil, and allantoin with a low-potency topical corticosteroid in the treatment of intertrigo
Shea butter · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Clinical efficacy and safety of nano-microneedle-assisted phenylethyl resorcinol for the treatment of infraorbital dark circles
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Pha polyhydroxy acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010Topical prevention from high energy visible light-induced pigmentation by 2-mercaptonicotinoyl glycine, but not by ascorbic acid antioxidant: 2 randomized controlled trials
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Propanediol · Molecules, 2021Protective properties of Avène Thermal Spring Water on biomechanical, ultrastructural and clinical parameters of human skin
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Dimethicone · Military Medicine, 2024Effects of Malaysian thermal spring water as adjunct therapy for mild to moderate acne vulgaris - a prospective, randomised, controlled, split face study
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