Skin Aging and Dermatosis
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Medical Research".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 26 February 2026 | Viewed by 16
Special Issue Editors
Interests: dermatology; menopause; estrogen hormone actions; natural products (phytochemical); factors that influence skin aging
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, “Skin Aging and Dermatosis”, will explore a variety of topics in the field of dermatology.
Skin aging is natural, such as chronological and photo-aging, is largely unavoidable, but lifestyle factors can slow down or delay aging, extending longevity and improving dermal wellbeing. The most dominant hormonal influence on skin aging is estrogen (17β-estradiol); its gradual decline and eventual loss during menopause affects almost all organ systems, having a profound and overall negative impact of the quality of life of women.
Menopause hormone therapy (MHT) can reverse several skin aging parameters. However, the fear, confusion, and hesitancy of physicians to prescribe MHT to women even with menopausal symptoms (vasomotor, hot flashes, etc.) has led to a scientific re-evaluation of the benefits and risks of MHT, causing a resurgence of topical estrogen applications to combat skin aging and estrogen-deficient skin during menopause. Moreover, there are other active ingredients, such as vitamins C and E, hyaluronic acid, retinoids, niacinamide, and naturally derived products (phytochemicals), that are highly effective in combating skin aging.
Dermatosis is associated with skin aging, the most common conditions of which include dermatoyositis, erythema nodosum, pemphigus vulgaris, psoriasis, sclerodema, Sweet syndrome, systemic lupus erythematosus, and vitiligo. Dermatosis can be caused by a variety of factors, including infections, irritants, allergies, genetic factors, autoimmune issues, and even certain medical conditions or medications.
This Special Issue will present the current status of research and potential future innovations regarding skin aging and dermatosis, serving as a valuable resource for dermatologists and clinical, corporate, and personal care professionals.
Prof. Dr. Edwin Lephart
Dr. Zoe D. Draelos
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- skin aging
- chronological dermal aging
- photo-aging
- hormone therapy
- menopause
- estrogen-deficient skin
- dermatosis
- skin conditions
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