Dr. Draelos discusses a study2 that focused on plant adaptogens targeting homeostasis (PATH), a proprietary system of adaptogens that, when purposefully combined, supports the skin’s natural ability to adapt and achieve balance.
Dr. Watchmaker reviews the concept of skin homeostasis and discusses new research1 in which she and her colleagues evaluated a novel serum (Mystro Active Balance
1. Draelos ZD, Grimes PE, Watchmaker J, Nelson DB. A Multi-center Trial Evaluating a Serum Comprised of Plant-based Adaptogens Targeting Skin Quality. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2024;17(2):15–19.
2. Draelos ZD, Grimes PE, Watchmaker J, Nelson DB. Gene Expression Analysis of a Topical Serum Comprised of Plant-based Adaptogens Developed to Support Homeostasis and Skin Quality. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2024;17(2):43–46.
3. Data on file, Skinbetter Science
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