Insights on Skin Quality and Clinical Practice Trends in Asia Pacific and a Practical Guide to Good Skin Quality from the Inside Out
Issued Date
2022-06-01
Resource Type
ISSN
19412789
Scopus ID
2-s2.0-85132938750
Journal Title
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology
Volume
15
Issue
6
Start Page
10
End Page
21
Rights Holder(s)
SCOPUS
Bibliographic Citation
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology Vol.15 No.6 (2022) , 10-21
Suggested Citation
Park J.Y. Insights on Skin Quality and Clinical Practice Trends in Asia Pacific and a Practical Guide to Good Skin Quality from the Inside Out. Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology Vol.15 No.6 (2022) , 10-21. 21. Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/20.500.14594/85805
Title
Insights on Skin Quality and Clinical Practice Trends in Asia Pacific and a Practical Guide to Good Skin Quality from the Inside Out
Author(s)
Author's Affiliation
Siriraj Hospital
Asian Hospital and Medical Center, Muntinlupa
Universität Hamburg
Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University
Piena Clinic in Seoul
Sano Clinic Bali in Bali
MUSE Clinic in Sydney
Apkoo-Jung Oracle Dermatology Clinic
Clique Clinic
Beauté J'adore Dermatology and Esthetic Medicine in Taipei
Joyce Lim Skin and Laser Clinic
Hong Kong Association of Cosmetic Surgery (HKACS)
Asian Hospital and Medical Center, Muntinlupa
Universität Hamburg
Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University
Piena Clinic in Seoul
Sano Clinic Bali in Bali
MUSE Clinic in Sydney
Apkoo-Jung Oracle Dermatology Clinic
Clique Clinic
Beauté J'adore Dermatology and Esthetic Medicine in Taipei
Joyce Lim Skin and Laser Clinic
Hong Kong Association of Cosmetic Surgery (HKACS)
Other Contributor(s)
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: We sought to examine the current skin quality trends and gaps in clinical practice in the Asia Pacific region and develop a practical guide to improve skin quality. METHODS: Medical practitioners from 11 countries in the Asia Pacific region completed an online survey on current trends in skin quality treatment. A panel of 12 leading experts convened for a virtual meeting to develop a practical guide for skin quality improvement. RESULTS: A total of 153 practitioners completed the survey. The four most common skin quality issues were uneven skin tone, skin surface unevenness, skin laxity, and sebaceous gland hyperactivity and enlarged pores. Most practitioners reported using a combination of treatment modalities for each skin quality issue. It was also observed that each treatment modality could be used to treat several skin quality issues. A multimodal approach targeting different interrelated issues across the tissue planes was recommended for balanced results. The panel developed a practical guide for the appropriate combinations and sequence of treatments, and created treatment protocols for specific skin quality outcome goals. The guide employed an “inside-out” approach, treating the deeper tissue planes prior to the superficial layers to achieve harmonious results. LIMITATIONS: Future studies are needed to support the recommended treatment protocols for skin quality improvement. CONCLUSION: These findings provide valuable insights on current skin quality trends and gaps in clinical practice. The practical guide provides a framework for practitioners to customize their treatment plan according to each patient's needs.