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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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Some of Our Articles

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

Corneotherapy: Bridging the Gap Between Medical and Holistic Aesthetics

By: Rene Serbon

By: René Serbon, Skin Expert, Consultant. Canadawww.reneserbon.com In the ever-evolving world of skin health, Corneotherapy stands as a beacon of innovation,combining the rigour of science with the wisdom of holistic practices. At its core, Corneotherapy is dedicated to repairing and maintaining

Advantages of a Corneotherapeutic approach to skin care

By: IAC Services

Corneotherapy is contemporary approach to skincare that focuses on restoring and maintaining the natural barrier function of the skin. While both corneotherapy and conventional skin treatments aim to improve the health and appearance of the skin, corneotherapy offers some distinct advantages.

Lasting effect? Trends in anti-ageing treatments

By: Dr Hans Lautenschläger PhD

By Dr. Hans LautenschlägerSkin care customers are eager to avoid wrinkles, which is why they readily purchase various anti-ageing skincare products. These products are meant to effectively prevent the ageing of skin, but with today’s level of understanding about skin

The Dilution of Corneotherapy

By: Maria Rylott-Byrd

By Maria Rylott-Byrd, BA (Hons), CIDESCO, CIBTAC, AET, Madame Chair, I.A.C. The International Association for Applied Corneotherapy (I.A.C.) defines Corneotherapy as ‘a remedial skin treatment methodology with its core principle being the repair and maintenance of the skin barrier defence systems’.[1]It

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

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.

Lasting effect? Trends in anti-ageing treatments

By: Dr Hans Lautenschläger PhD

By Dr. Hans LautenschlägerSkin care customers are eager to avoid wrinkles, which is why they readily purchase various anti-ageing skincare products. These products are meant to effectively prevent the ageing of skin, but with today’s level of understanding about skin

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

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

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

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.

Lasting effect? Trends in anti-ageing treatments

By: Dr Hans Lautenschläger PhD

By Dr. Hans LautenschlägerSkin care customers are eager to avoid wrinkles, which is why they readily purchase various anti-ageing skincare products. These products are meant to effectively prevent the ageing of skin, but with today’s level of understanding about skin

Lasting effect? Trends in anti-ageing treatments

By: Dr Hans Lautenschläger PhD

By Dr. Hans LautenschlägerSkin care customers are eager to avoid wrinkles, which is why they readily purchase various anti-ageing skincare products. These products are meant to effectively prevent the ageing of skin, but with today’s level of understanding about skin

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