# Advancements in dermatology and skin health > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/advancements-in-dermatology-and-skin-health > Updated: 2026-10-09T07:15:01.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. The field of dermatology is seeing developments in both clinical diagnostic practices and pharmacological treatments. In Brazil, the Brazilian Society of Dermatology has noted that Irritant Contact Dermatitis, frequently caused by solvents and detergents, represents roughly 80% of cases. Clinical discussions in Porto Alegre have focused on the importance of recognizing patterns and patient history to differentiate between diseases with similar symptoms like scaling and redness. Simultaneously, there is a shift toward personalized, long-term skincare strategies that adjust to a patient’s changing needs. Significant pharmacological advancements include the emergence of oral psoriasis drugs that compete with biologics, such as the FDA approval of icotyde, the first oral interleukin-23 receptor antagonist. Other progress includes expanded treatments for psoriatic arthritis and the development of personalized mRNA vaccines for melanoma. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-09: Dermatology experts highlight advancements in personalized care and new drug developments Dermatology experts highlight advancements in personalized skincare longevity and breakthroughs in oral psoriasis treatments and mRNA melanoma vaccines. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dermatology-experts-highlight-advancements-in-personalized-care-and-new-drug-developments ### 2026-10-06: Dermatology experts address skin health and diagnostic challenges Dermatology experts highlight the importance of dermatologically tested products to prevent contact dermatitis and discuss advanced clinical diagnostic challenges at an upcoming medical conference in Brazil. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dermatology-experts-address-skin-health-and-diagnostic-challenges --- Cite as: Advancements in dermatology and skin health. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/advancements-in-dermatology-and-skin-health