Skin Inflammation – Reasons, Prevention, Treatment and Testing Training Course :

<strong>Course Schedule - Pre-recorded Course</strong><br/><br/>Emerging research on inflammation in general and in the skin in particular links it to premature aging and aging associated diseases such as cancer and xerosis. When the skin is inflamed its barrier function is compromised. It is red, swollen, warm and painful. The pharmaceutical and personal care industries are investing in finding better ways to prevent and address skin inflammation. The objective of this 90-minute <b><i>accredited </b></i>online course is to identify the current knowledge on this topic and point at possible available resolution and testing options.<br><br> <b>Module 1:</b><br> Definitions, types and symptoms: <ul><li>Inflammation vs. irritation</li> <li>Inflammatory allergic reaction</li></ul> Triggers for inflammation:<br> <ul><li>Genetic and immune related</li> <li>Contact, drug or chemical</li> <li>UV exposure</li></ul><br><br> <b>Module 2:</b><br> Major biochemical paths: <ul><li>Inflammation vs. irritation</li> <li>Inflammatory allergic reaction</li></ul> Triggers for inflammation:<br> <ul><li>Atopic dermatitis, Psoriasis</li> <li>Acne, Rosacea, Pain Relief</li></ul><br><br> <b>Module 3:</b><br> Topical anti-inflammatories: <ul><li>Corticosteroids & Non steroidal</li> <li>Natural and cosmetic remedies</li></ul> Testing protocols:<br> <ul><li>In vivo</li> <li>In vitro skin irritation study</li> <li>Development of in vitro sensitization- <br>from animals to markers</ul></li>