Abstract: Provided are biocompatible topical compositions including a novel combination of an inflammatory management agent, a vascular repair agent, a neurogenic agent, a sebum suppression agent and an exfoliating agent. Also provided are methods for treating, preventing or ameliorating rosacea, a symptom thereof or a condition related thereto by administering the biocompatible topical compositions describe herein.

Abstract: Provided are topical biocompatible compositions including a topical wound healing composition, a topical soothing composition and epidermal/dermal wound healing/repair composition. Also provided are methods of using the biocompatible compositions for treating and/or preventing comprimised, and methods for producing the biocompatible compositions.

Abstract: A dermatological treatment and composition therefor are described for periodic and effective maintenance of a skin peel patient's subsequent skin condition. The treatment does not use radiation, can be performed quickly, is readily controlled by visual observation of the applied composition, and is self-limiting. The method includes forming a composition having a visualizing agent, a surfactant and an acid or acid equivalent dispersed in a carrier liquid, the concentration of the last not exceeding 30%; applying the composition to a predetermined area of the patient's skin in a quantity effective to result in a predetermined degree of mild exfoliation of the skin; determining degree of coverage of the area of skin by visual observation of extent of the visualizing agent; and maintaining the composition in contact with the area of skin for a period of time effective to result in the predetermined degree of exfoliation of the skin. Composition of this type are also disclosed.

Abstract: A scalpel is disclosed for the accurate and rapid formation of flaps or thin sections of skin during many types of surgical procedures (such as excision or reconstruction) in which it is necessary for the surgeon to make an oblique extended cut into the patient's skin and lift an elongated flap of the outer layers of the skin to obtain access to deeper layers of tissue, muscle or bone below. The scalpel has an elongated handle having two opposite ends; a cutting blade extending laterally from one of the ends; and a depth-of-cut limiting plate extending laterally from the same end and disposed parallel to and spaced apart from the cutting blade. The limiting plate has an aperture therein through which the surgeon can view the cutting blade during use. The scalpel thus limits the maximum thickness of tissue that can be cut with the cutting blade.

Abstract: A composition is described for treating human skin of all races for a wide variety of skin ailments, including acne, blemishing, aging, sun damage, cancerous lesions and other problems associated with skin disorders. The composition comprises trichloroacetic acid, a surfactant having cell growth stimulatory properties and a humectant-emollient. The ratio of the ingredients can be varied to effect optimal treatment for a particular type of skin. The composition is used by being applied topically to the damaged skin region. Several days following treatment, the damaged area peels off, and a new layer of vibrant, evenly colored, healthy skin is apparent.

Abstract: A combination applicator/massager device is described for simultaneous application of a fluid to an area of a person's skin and massage of that area of skin.

Abstract: A composition and method of using the same for treating human skin of all races for a wide variety of skin ailments, including acne, blemishing, aging, sun damage and cancerous lesions, and other problems associated with skin disorders. The method comprises applying to a region of damaged skin a composition of trichloroacetic acid, a surfactant having cell growth stimulatory properties, and an emulsifier. The ratio of the various ingredients can be varied to effect optimal treatment for a particular type of skin. For treatment of certain disorders, the effect of the composition is enhanced if the skin is irradiated with a suitable light source. The latter stimulates even skin regeneration.Several days after treatment, the damaged area peels off, and a new layer of vibrant, evenly colored, healthy skin is apparent. The procedure can be repeated without adverse effects, although generally a single application is sufficient.