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Aging
Research results from L'Oreal update knowledge of aging
May 18th, 2008
Researchers detail in 'Effects of topical DHEA on aging skin: a pilot study,' new data in aging. According to recent research from France, "Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a steroid hormone involved in physiological aging. When administered by oral route, it has been shown to positively affect skin condition on aged people." "The purpose of this pilot study was to observe the in vivo effects on skin aging of topical DHEA (1%). The DHEA formulation (1%) or the vehicle was topically applied for 4 months to facial and hand skin, in two groups of 20 post-menopausal women. The efficacy of the treatment was evaluated on the basis of clinical and biophysical signs linked to skin...
Source: Lab Business Week (2008-05-18)
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