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lab report: posterior neglect - the overlooked back skin science

lab report: posterior neglect - the overlooked back skin science

studies show people spend 90% of body care time on the front of the body while neglecting the back, yet back skin has unique needs,...

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lab report: the thick skin paradox - why thicker areas get drier

lab report: the thick skin paradox - why thicker areas get drier

skin barrier on elbows, knees and heels is up to 40% thicker yet more prone to dryness due to fewer oil glands and increased friction

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lab report: humidity response variations across body regions

lab report: humidity response variations across body regions

different body zones respond uniquely to summer humidity with limb skin remaining dry despite increased moisture while facial skin may overproduce oil

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lab report: body hyperpigmentation science - why knees and elbows darken

lab report: body hyperpigmentation science - why knees and elbows darken

melanocyte activity differs across body regions, making knees, elbows and underarms more prone to hyperpigmentation due to friction and thinner skin

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lab report: summer body acne science - understanding heat-triggered oil production

lab report: summer body acne science - understanding heat-triggered oil production

summer increases body acne incidence by 46% primarily on back, chest and shoulders due to larger sebaceous glands and heat-responsive oil production

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lab report: male body skin science - understanding father's day skincare needs

lab report: male body skin science - understanding father's day skincare needs

male body skin has 15-20% higher collagen density but significantly lower lipid content, explaining extreme dryness despite "thicker" skin

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