The growth of the cosmetic industry, together with the dramatic increase in advances
in cosmetic chemistry, has been one of increasing interface with dermatologists. The
change especially in dermatology has found less emphasis on medical dermatology and
growth in the areas of cosmetic dermatology and dermatologic surgery. With this, the
dermatologist has had to become more aware of principles and products in the field
of cosmetics. The use of these newer products as an adjunct to the practice of dermatology
coincides nicely with recent international congresses, whose theme has been “healthy
skin for all” and variations on such.
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