What's New in Cosmetic Dermatology

Topical silicone gel is more beneficial than petrolatum-based products as an all-purpose wound dressing for granulating and sutured wounds, regardless of cause. Vaginal laser rejuvenation is effective in relieving genitourinary syndrome of menopause, stress urinary incontinence, vaginal relaxation syndrome, and related vulvar disorders. New cosmetic indications in the upper face for onabotulinumtoxinA have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration, whereas off-label treatments in the lower face increase in popularity. Clinical trials of uncomplexed daxibotulinumtoxinA demonstrate safety and efficacy lasting more than 6 months.