Am J Clin Dermatol April 2004 PMID 14640777

Racial (ethnic) differences in skin properties: the objective data.

Naissan O Wesley, Howard I Maibach

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a balanced mix of acknowledgment and skepticism, with posts citing scientific evidence such as higher TEWL in Black skin and differences in blood vessel reactivity, while others critique the data quality or ideological biases. The tone varies from factual to dismissive, showing moderate engagement with the topic's implications and validity.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree with the scientific findings, with several posts citing studies supporting racial differences in skin properties.

InterestModerate interest

Posts demonstrate moderate interest; some are curious or acknowledge the importance of the research, while others dismiss or question the data.

EngagementModerate engagement

There is some depth of engagement, with users referencing specific properties like TEWL and blood vessel reactivity, and debating the validity or interpretation of the findings.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight that the research influences perceptions of biological racial differences, though some posts challenge or dismiss its significance.

Abstract in brief

  • Racial differences in skin properties are not well understood and have been under-researched using objective methods, often yielding contradictory results.
  • Many studies suggest that Black skin tends to have higher transepidermal water loss (TEWL) compared to White skin, but data on Asian skin are inconsistent, showing a range of differences.
  • Evidence on other skin properties, such as water content, corneocyte desquamation, blood vessel reactivity, and pH levels, varies across studies, with some indicating notable racial differences that could explain disparities in skin conditions and inform treatment approaches.]

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Anders Ask
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@bilaaan1 @hanne_kjoller Här kan du läsa om skillnader. Om du nu bryr dig om vad vetenskap säger. https://t.co/vT6drNSOXN

Dec 8, 2022 · 12 likes · 2,390 followers View post →
Hm..
@Sveakungen · X

@bilaaan1 @hanne_kjoller Här finns en del intressant läsning på ämnet ifråga: https://t.co/YePLyCX8sp

Dec 7, 2022 · 3 likes · 57 followers View post →
LiberalePol (hij/hem)
@LiberalePol · X

@DrZemouri @Logist_BCB De wetenschap bevestigt haar observatie nochtans. Er zijn verschillen. https://t.co/UNOk0N0uPR

May 25, 2023 · 3 likes · 31 followers View post →
A Racist from Belgium
@Belgian_Racist · X

@lizzybhhad @ChetStorm @PortlyBits @GarbageHuman24 https://t.co/Ti2E9VBtit

Dec 19, 2024 · 2 likes · 15 followers View post →
(((TheTracker)))
@IdiotTracker · X

26 seconds between asking for a citation and blocking me to avoid seeing the answer.

Oct 16, 2022 · 1 like · 2,217 followers View post →
UltimApe
@ultimape · X

"There exists substantial evidence to support that Black skin has a higher TEWL, variable blood vessel reactivity, decreased skin surface pH, and larger mast cell granules compared with White skin. [...] further evaluation needs to be done." https://t.co/yyKvNv7kQP

Apr 28, 2021 · 6,790 followers View post →

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A Racist from Belgium
@Belgian_Racist · X

@lizzybhhad @ChetStorm @PortlyBits @GarbageHuman24 https://t.co/Ti2E9VBtit

Dec 19, 2024 · 2 likes · 15 followers View post →
Syphirioth
@Syphirioth · X

@ThePerishCrew @BiospiritWest @wayotworld You just take 1 part of the skin to prove I am wrong? There exists substantial evidence to support that Black skin has a higher TEWL, variable blood vessel reactivity, decreased skin surface pH, and larger mast cell granules compared with White skin https://t.co/z6WFlahuaf.

Sep 22, 2024 · 256 followers View post →
J-Rock, CPhT
@LuhShifu · X

@IAmFrikRamabolo @Igboboy1074198 @Joe__Bassey I don’t know about the spinal cord shit. I agree with you though. They shed their melanin because of the sun. They moved to colder climates. https://t.co/nM9L47Xm9k I did enjoy reading this…Might be interesting if you wanna read it.

Mar 19, 2024 · 45 followers View post →
Chandrix
@Chandriix · X

@IbramGaunt6 @QuebeboVillegas @Agenda2030_ No lo digo yo, lo dice la ciencia, es algo que está mas que demostrado. Te dejo un enlace aquí abajo a un estudio donde se comenta por que su piel es mas densa y que tiene celulas mas grandes. Está en inglés, no se si sabrás leerlo, siendo un analfabeto: https://t.co/ItnUepxoOa

Dec 1, 2023 · 98 followers View post →
LiberalePol (hij/hem)
@LiberalePol · X

@Vidres1991 @brons_michel @DrZemouri Er is genoeg wetenschappelijk bewijs dat er verschillen zijn. DrZemouri vertrekt van een ideologisch punt en past haar 'wetenschappelijke' conclusies daaraan aan. Dat is fout. https://t.co/UNOk0N0uPR https://t.co/wHnRSvurBG

May 26, 2023 · 31 followers View post →
LiberalePol (hij/hem)
@LiberalePol · X

@DrZemouri @Logist_BCB De wetenschap bevestigt haar observatie nochtans. Er zijn verschillen. https://t.co/UNOk0N0uPR

May 25, 2023 · 3 likes · 31 followers View post →
aklingozum
@aklingozum · X

@AV8Tur787 @debster7301 @RichardHanania @TomFitton How much of an NPC are you? Evolution doesn't make "cosmetic differences" nor does it stop at pigmentation. That's just a narrative... https://t.co/zVimQALlhB.

May 24, 2023 · 191 followers View post →
Anders Ask
@Anders__Ask · X

@bilaaan1 @hanne_kjoller Här kan du läsa om skillnader. Om du nu bryr dig om vad vetenskap säger. https://t.co/vT6drNSOXN

Dec 8, 2022 · 12 likes · 2,390 followers View post →
Hm..
@Sveakungen · X

@bilaaan1 @hanne_kjoller Här finns en del intressant läsning på ämnet ifråga: https://t.co/YePLyCX8sp

Dec 7, 2022 · 3 likes · 57 followers View post →
(((TheTracker)))
@IdiotTracker · X

26 seconds between asking for a citation and blocking me to avoid seeing the answer.

Oct 16, 2022 · 1 like · 2,217 followers View post →
Kunwar
@Gimpanzee123 · X

@UKSpunkyMonkey @AlexShrop @Femi_Sorry @Jacob_Rees_Mogg Medical data from studies do have biases, its important to acknowledge them, so they can be addressed. https://t.co/JUPKfYX996 https://t.co/rt3awDRbfY As I pointed out with my heart attack argument, data biases are a factor in healthcare outcomes.

Feb 22, 2022 · 1,288 followers View post →
UltimApe
@ultimape · X

"There exists substantial evidence to support that Black skin has a higher TEWL, variable blood vessel reactivity, decreased skin surface pH, and larger mast cell granules compared with White skin. [...] further evaluation needs to be done." https://t.co/yyKvNv7kQP

Apr 28, 2021 · 6,790 followers View post →
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