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The International Association for Applied Corneotherapy (I.A.C.)

The International Association for Applied Corneotherapy (I.A.C.) is a registered, non-profit association with primary purposes and objectives of the advancement of scientific research in the realm of Corneotherapy and related sciences.

The association distributes the latest findings from the realm of Corneotherapy and its related sciences for the benefit of the Corneotherapy community. 

This is facilitated by regular symposia, conferences, workshops and conventions globally and on-line communiqués.

The association promotes collaboration and informa­tion exchange between dermatologists, skin treatment practitioners, clinical aestheticians and other experts who support  applied Corneotherapy or work in this field.

We also invite collaborations with foreign associations with similar interests.

Members may be both individuals who are dermatologists, skin treatment practitioners, clinical aestheticians, pharmacists, chemists, biochemists and other experts who operate in the field of Corneotherapy.

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Hyperpigmentation: Are You Asking the Right Questions?

By: Rene Serbon
Hyperpigmentation Condition Pigmentation is a complex condition that concerns many clients. In fact, in my clinical work, the complaints about pigmentation from clients exceed that of aging. Why are treatments for this condition failing? It is a multi-faceted question, and the reasons
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Three stars of corneotherapy — barrier lipids, antioxidants & hyaluronic acid

By: Elena Hernandez
By Elena HERNANDEZ Ph.D. (Russia–Israel) Biologist, biophysistEditor-in-chief of the Cosmetics & Medicine Publiching (Russia)Chair of the Board of International Association for Applied Corneotherapy (I.A.C.) Three stars of corneotherapy - barrier lipids, antioxidants, hyaluronic acid - all important in maintaining homeostasis of the
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What are the clinical symptoms of water imbalance in the skin?

By: Rene Serbon
By: René Serbon Chair of the Education Board, The International Association for Applied CorneotherapyCEO, Dermal Systems Inc.  In layman's terms, healthy skin is described to clients as a balance of water and oil in the skin. Too much or too little of
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The systematics of skin aging

By: Dr Ghita Lanzendoerfer-Yu
By Dr Ghita Lanzendoerfer-YuScientific Communicator, Independent consultant and writer.Scientific Advisory Board of I.A.C.Ghita's blogThe market for cosmetic anti-aging products is booming, especially in China and the USA. The German market is relatively modest, with a volume of USD 1.5 billion
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Three stars of corneotherapy — barrier lipids, antioxidants & hyaluronic acid

By: Elena Hernandez
By Elena HERNANDEZ Ph.D. (Russia–Israel) Biologist, biophysistEditor-in-chief of the Cosmetics & Medicine Publiching (Russia)Chair of the Board of International Association for Applied Corneotherapy (I.A.C.) Three stars of corneotherapy - barrier lipids, antioxidants, hyaluronic acid - all important in maintaining homeostasis of the
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Product ingredients compatible with metabolism

By: Dr Hans Lautenschläger PhD
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The Evolution of the Epidermis

By: Dr Erin Madigan-Fleck
By Dr. Erin Madigan-Fleck NMD, LE, LEI For millions of years, the epidermis has effectively separated life from an outer world of environmental elements, microbes, and toxins. Scientists have long theorized about the epidermis's evolutionary development and the differences between the
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The Science of Electrophysiology: Understanding and Application of Electro Therapy devices for healing and aesthetic enhancement

By: Alexandra J Zani
By Alexandra J. Zani, LCEI, (licensed Cosmetology-Esthetics Instructor)Award winning Scientific Educator and Author  Introduction Electricity in human and animal tissue has been a topic of exploration for over two hundred years. Understanding the principles of this science within the cells contributes to
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Review on: Circadian Biology and Its Relevance to Corneotherapy

By: Pia Kynoch
By Pia KynochNaturopath, Skin Therapist, Educator Life on Earth has forever followed the rhythm of the 24-hour solar day, an orchestrated dance governed by circadian rhythms — intricate biological symphonies harmonising internal processes with the predictable cadence of light and darkness.
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Three stars of corneotherapy — barrier lipids, antioxidants & hyaluronic acid

By: Elena Hernandez
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Product ingredients compatible with metabolism

By: Dr Hans Lautenschläger PhD
The skin is a complex and highly effective organ. The stratum corneum layer, although apparently inactive in biological terms, still accomplishes metabolic services, for instance through the activity of enzymes. Among them are lipases which can cleave the triglycerides of
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Natural Compounds for Corneotherapeutic Treatments

By: Dr Erin Madigan-Fleck
By Dr. Erin Madigan-Fleck NMD, LE, LEIThe topical use of plants and natural compounds is as old as mankind and evolutionary observations have led to a deep appreciation of these products for their properties and their effects on the skin.
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Product ingredients compatible with metabolism

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Product ingredients compatible with metabolism

By: Dr Hans Lautenschläger PhD
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The seven features to look for in corneotherapeutic formulations

By: Dr Ghita Lanzendoerfer-Yu
1. Short ingredient listing: For corneotherapeutic approaches it is like mixing a good cocktail; the fewer ingredients the better it is. Less ingredients also means less risks for allergies. You might want to say, ok there is a product on the
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Faux Corneotherapy: Buyer beware

By: IAC Services
The late Dr Albert Kligman; the "father" of Corneotherapy would probably shake his head in disbelief if he were around today to see how his beloved Corneotherapy has been misrepresented by unscrupulous marketers of skin care products who freely use
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What are “borderline“ cosmetics in contrast to corneotherapy and cosmeceuticals

By: Dr Ghita Lanzendoerfer-Yu
Our head of education, Florence asked me to write an article about “the borderline use of drugs in skincare”. As I had no idea what could possibly been covered within 500 words I asked the board.Whereas many of the responses
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Anti-pollution Cosmetics

By: Dr Hans Lautenschläger PhD
Anti-Pollution Cosmetics and its Environmental Influences In this article, we explore the currently popular term "Anti-Pollution Cosmetics" to rationalize the validity of the statement. Protection against harmful substances often is mentioned without specifying the environmental influences or stating what kind of
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Natural Compounds for Corneotherapeutic Treatments

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By Dr. Erin Madigan-Fleck NMD, LE, LEIThe topical use of plants and natural compounds is as old as mankind and evolutionary observations have led to a deep appreciation of these products for their properties and their effects on the skin.
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Review on: Circadian Biology and Its Relevance to Corneotherapy

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By Pia KynochNaturopath, Skin Therapist, Educator Life on Earth has forever followed the rhythm of the 24-hour solar day, an orchestrated dance governed by circadian rhythms — intricate biological symphonies harmonising internal processes with the predictable cadence of light and darkness.
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