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Janiene Luke MD, Associate Professor/Residency Program Director, Loma Linda University Department of Dermatology

Title: Skin of Color: Key Concepts and Treatment Approaches

Abstract: The term “skin of color” encompasses people with darker skin tones and captures a wide range of racial and ethnic groups including those from African descent (including Africans, African Americans and Caribbean black persons), Asian and Pacific Islanders, Native Americans, Alaskans, people of Latin descent, Indians, Pakistanis, and those of Middle Eastern origin among others. It is estimated that by the year 2050, people with skin of color will constitute the majority of Americans. As increasing numbers of patients of color seek treatment for skin and hair conditions, it is imperative that providers be adequately trained to address the concerns of this patient population given evidence of differences in clinical presentations of common skin conditions in darker skin. This presentation aims to define skin of color, discuss the biology for variability in skin tone and discuss the nuances in diagnosis and approaches to treatment of skin conditions.

Janiene Luke, MD is a board-certified dermatologist, Associate Professor, and serves as Residency Program Director at the Loma Linda University Department of Dermatology in California. She obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiologic Sciences from UCLA and a Master’s degree in Kinesiology and Nutrition from California State University, Los Angeles.  While pursuing her medical degree, she was elected to the UCLA Chapter Alpha Omega Alpha honor society and received several awards and scholarships for her academic and community service endeavors. She completed her residency in dermatology at St. Luke’s/Roosevelt Hospital in New York City, where she also obtained extensive training in Skin of Color. 

Dr. Luke specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology with expertise in hyperpigmentation, hair disorders, and skin of color.  She lectures locally and nationally and has a special interest in resident education. She has developed several curricula and educational courses for both the dermatology residency and the medical school during her time at LLU. She is the Director of the Cosmetic and Laser Center at LLU and created the Resident Cosmetic Clinic, a curriculum designed to give residents specialized training in performing cosmetic procedures.

Dr. Luke is active in numerous national societies such as AAD, SOCS, ASDS, WDS and APD.  She previously served as the Chair of the LLU Clinical Competency committee, and completed a 3-year term on the AAD’s Diversity Task Force, where she received a Presidential Award for her efforts. She currently serves as Chair of the Technology and Social Media Committee and is a member of the Board of Directors for the Skin of Color Society. In her spare time, Dr. Luke enjoys singing, traveling and cooking.

Dr. Ali N. Syed

Title: Curly Hair: Correlating Degree of Curl to Fiber Properties

Abstract: Curly hair fibers have unique structural and physical properties as compared to straight hair. Currently, hair fiber shape and curl pattern are described by subjective hair typing systems, in which each hair type has ill-defined and overlapping limits.  In order to accurately study curly hair though, the degree of fiber curl must be objectively quantified.  Thus, in this work, an objective approach was developed to quantify the degree of curliness in hair fibers.  A set of objective descriptors of hair fiber shape were established.  A matrix was created in which the established objective descriptors were used to quantify the degree of curliness in hair fibers and create a bridge with current subjective models.  The objective descriptors were then used to study relationships between physical properties & the degree of curliness of hair fibers.  A multivariate model was established outlining the key parameters that affect fiber elasticity in curly hair.  This type of structure-property analysis will guide product formulation and care practices for curly hair.

Master Chemist/Founder

Avlon Industries, Inc.

Melrose Park, IL

An innovative entrepreneur, Dr. Ali N. Syed is a master chemist with a wealth of experience in the formulation of hair and skin care products. His research specializes in the structure, chemistry, and physics of curly hair.

Education:

• Bachelor of Chemistry with honors
• Master of Science in Chemistry
• MBA in Marketing & Management
• PhD

He currently holds to his credit:

• 30 published patents
• 1 pending patent
• 7 journal articles
• 3 book chapter publications
• 21 published magazine articles

Guest Speaker:

• SCC as well as regional chapters: NY SCC and MW SCC
• Brazilian Association of Cosmetology in Sao Paulo, Brazil
• Cosmetics and Toiletries Advanced Technical Conference
• Global Cosmetic Congress
• London College of Hair & Fashion, UK

Since 1984, Dr. Ali N. Syed has served as the Founder and Master Chemist of Avlon Industries.

Avlon is a manufacturer of salon and consumer hair and skin care products. Dr. Syed has developed several internationally renowned brands including As I Am, Keracare, Affirm, FiberGuard, Texture Release, and Uberliss.

Dr. Xi Huang

Title: Beyond Estrogen, The Role of Iron and Postmenopausal Skin Aging

Abstract: Estrogen deficiency has been regarded as the main causative factor in menopausal skin aging, which is characterized by dryness, wrinkles, and atypical pigmentation. While estrogen decreases by 90%, a concurrent but inverse change occurs in iron levels during the menopausal transition. For example, levels of serum ferritin, an iron storage protein with a capacity of binding up to 4,500 atoms of iron per molecule of ferritin, are increased 2 to 3-fold from pre-menopause to post-menopause. Iron is the most abundant transition metal in the human body for many essential physiological functions. There are multiple pathways of iron absorption from the diet into the body; once iron is inside, the body removes the excess through menstruation and epidermal desquamation of the skin. However, when menstruation is no longer available, iron accumulates in higher quantities in the skin of older women. Iron catalyzes reactive oxygen species formation through Fenton/Haber-Weiss reactions, leading to the skin aging—such as wrinkles and hyper-pigmentation—and even more skin thinning in the presence of UVA. In this talk, molecular mechanisms of iron excretion through skin will be discussed, particularly in the context of older postmenopausal women. By identifying iron as the cause with further investigation, we may provide the appropriate prevention and treatment solutions for skin aging.

Xi Huang has investigated iron’s role in diseases for more than three decades and is credited in more than 80 peer-reviewed publications, many of which demonstrate that excess iron is an important risk factor in women’s health. Dr. Huang was a faculty member at New York University School of Medicine and his research laboratory has shown that iron accumulation due to the cessation of menstruation in postmenopausal women contributes to osteoporosis and skin aging. Dr. Huang is the founder and president of FE:I Beauty Tech, the parent company of i-On Skincare. Dr. Huang received his Ph.D. and M.S. in Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology from the Université Denis Diderot - Paris VII and received his undergraduate degree from China Agricultural University.

Afternoon Speaker

• Name: Melissa Hago
• Company: Fashion Snoops
• Position: Vice President, Creative- Beauty & Wellness

   

Title: Emerging Trends Defining Personal Care

Abstract: As the beauty industry continues to grow, we see previously underserved markets emerge. In this presentation, Fashion Snoops’ VP of Beauty & Wellness Melissa Hago will identify some of these key markets, exploring areas like menopausal consumers, diverse hair needs, and more. Hago will deep dive into these new areas by explaining the cultural drivers behind the trends and why these shifts are happening

Bio: Melissa Hago is the VP and Creative Director of Beauty & Wellness at Fashion Snoops and has been in the trend forecasting industry for over 15 years. She launched the Beauty & Wellness section within Fashion Snoops in 2011 after seeing a need for specific beauty and wellness trend forecasting. As an industry insider, she is constantly exposed to the latest innovations and trends providing story narratives and recommendations for product development. Hago has traveled extensively to over 50 countries, immersing herself in various global cultures and providing global coverage of events and tradeshows. She is a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology and holds a certificate in Fashion Makeup Artistry from Makeup Designory.

Keynote Speaker

• Name: Dr. Sandra Lee aka Dr Pimple Popper
• Company: SkinPhysicians & Surgeons

Title: From Dr. Pimple Popper to SLMD Skincare: Democratizing Dermatology Through Social Media and OTC Skincare Formulation

Bio: Dr. Lee is in private practice with her husband Dr. Rebish, also a board-certified dermatologist, in Upland, California, at SkinPhysicians & Surgeons.

Since 2015, she has been growing her social media profile and now has amassed over 35 million followers across her social media platforms, with over 4.5 Billion views on Youtube, and this has led to a TV show on TLC which is one of the most watched and highly rated shows on cable television.

Now, she is known internationally as Dr Pimple Popper, but understands that she's in a position to show the world that we, as board certified dermatologists, are so much MORE than "pimple poppers".  This is an opportunity to help elevate our specialty, and show how interesting, complicated, and varied Dermatology is.