Wilma F. Bergfeld, MD Dr. Bergfeld is head of clinical research in the Department of Dermatology and head of dermatopathology in the Department of Pathology at the Cleveland Clinic. A professor of dermatology, she is a past president of the American Academy of Dermatology and the Women’s Dermatological Society and chairs the FDA Dermatology Advisory Committee and the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Panel.
Address: Wilma F. Bergfeld, MD, Department of Dermatology, A61, Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44195
ABSTRACT
Frequent and daily use of cosmetic and skin-care products that contain alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) moisturizes the skin and produces smoother, less-wrinkled skin surfaces. The cosmetic products developed as astringents and exfoliants diminish skin scales and remove excess skin oil. New studies suggest that photodamaged skin improves with AHA treatment.