Biopsied sections from elderly skin show that a single treatment of chronologically-aged skin with a retinoid can increase epidermal thickness, improve the dermal collagen density, and promote the formation of rete pegs and dermal papillae. Such benefits are helpful in preventing bruising, tearing, ...
Such benefits are also helpful in preventing bruising, tearing, and ulceration of elderly skin.JAMES VARANIGARY J. FISHERJOHN J. VOORHEESSEWON KANG