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Top review articles from Indian journals, 2026
The narrative reviews published in Indian journals in 2026 that are most worth a resident's time. We checked every article the journals published this year and kept only those the journal itself labels a review article. Systematic reviews, meta-analyses, scoping reviews, guidelines and position statements are left out. The list is ranked by how useful each review is for exams and practice, and by the standing of the journal.
30 reviews so far. Each title opens the article on the journal's own website. For reviews with our exam highlights, see Reviews.
Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy 30
- 1. Atopic Dermatitis and Food Allergy in Infants: Decoding the Bidirectional Relationship and Implications for Early Intervention
Ahmed Abdulaziz Almohammadi · Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology, Apr 2026 - 2. Follicular Lesions in Pediatric Dermatology: A Comprehensive Review and Approach Based on Clinical, Dermoscopic, and Histopathological Evaluation and Treatment
Shreya K. Gowda, Rahul Mahajan, Maitreyee Panda et al. · Indian Dermatology Online Journal, Jun 2026 - 3. Primary Psychiatric Disorders: Dermatology Perspectives
Smitha S. Prabhu, Mihika F. Noronha, Manas Jethani · Indian Dermatology Online Journal, Apr 2026 - 4. Risk of fungal infections in psoriasis patients receiving biologics
Neerja Saraswat, Durga Madhab Tripathy, Shekhar Neema et al. · Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, Aug 2026 - 5. Impact of systemic hormonal imbalances on sebaceous gland disorders: An in-depth review integrating clinical, endocrine, and therapeutic insights
Afra Wasama Islam, Riddhi Nayankumar Adhyaru, Harsahaj Singh Wilkhoo et al. · CosmoDerma, Aug 2026 - 6. Scoring Systems in Vitiligo—A Narrative Review
Shivani Bansal, Pooja A Mrig, Himani Chawla et al. · Indian Dermatology Online Journal, Aug 2026 - 7. Charcot Neuro-osteoarthropathy: Critical Concepts and Practical Management Pearls for Dermatologists
Sejal Jain, Ashu Rastogi, Sunil Dogra et al. · Indian Dermatology Online Journal, Oct 2026 - 8. Skin malignancies - Special considerations in skin of color
Geeti Khullar, Damini Verma · Journal of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Oct 2026 - 9. Atopic Dermatitis in Skin of Colour: A Review
Rashmi Sarkar, Damini Verma · Indian Journal of Dermatology, Jun 2026 - 10. Facial Melanosis: A Comprehensive Review of Uncommon and Common Presentations with Personal Experience
Rashmi Sarkar, Damini Verma · Indian Journal of Dermatology, Apr 2026 - 11. Beyond Fitzpatrick: Evolving classification approaches for skin of colour
Courtney Chau, Mukta Sachdev · Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, Oct 2026 - 12. Cosmeceuticals for hyperpigmentation: An evidence-based review
Rashmi Sarkar, Anika Saini · Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, Aug 2026 - 13. Ruxolitinib in Dermatology: A Review of its Uses in Cutaneous Disorders
Neerja Saraswat, Durga Madhab Tripathy, Shekhar Neema et al. · Indian Journal of Dermatology, Aug 2026 - 14. A Comprehensive Overview on Alopecia Areata with Review on Advances in Genetics and Treatment
Sudip Das, Apeksha Singh, SK Shahriar Ahmed · Indian Journal of Dermatology, Jun 2026 - 15. Updates in the Management of Lichen Planus Pigmentosus: A Narrative Review
Musku Tejaswaroop, Chittarvu Karishni · Pigment International, May 2026 - 16. The divergent management of melasma: a 2026 clinical review comparing traditional standards in lighter photo types to novel athermal and biological modalities in Fitzpatrick IV–VI
Dalitso Namutowe, Yun Xu, Jin Gong · Pigment International, Aug 2026 - 17. Topical Therapy in Acne. What’s New?
Pooja Bains, Gulrez Tyebkhan, Surabhi Dayal et al. · Indian Journal of Postgraduate Dermatology, Feb 2026 - 18. The biological gray zone in dermatologic laser and energy-based procedures: From intended photobiomodulation to paradoxical effects
Stefan Bigge · CosmoDerma, Oct 2026 - 19. Topical antiparasitic drugs in dermatology: Current insights, future directions
Nimitha Parambath · Journal of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Oct 2026 - 20. Niacinamide efficacy in skin therapy: The multitasking marvel for glowing skin – A comprehensive literature review
Rowyna Reji Koshy, Wedad Mirza, Fahira Raziya et al. · CosmoDerma, Jan 2026 - 21. Dermoscopic patterns in pigmented skin: Reflections and challenges
Yasmeen Jabeen Bhat, Rayees Ahmad Mir · Journal of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Oct 2026 - 22. Recognizing Physiologic Pigmentation in Skin of Color: A Narrative Review
Rebecca L. Quiñonez, Mavra Masood, Michelle Rodrigues et al. · Pigment International, Jan 2026 - 23. Hyaluronidase access in 2025: When regulatory reality challenges clinical safety in esthetic medicine
Roland Karl Muehleder, Georgi Kostadinov Amudov, Maria Gabriela Muehleder · Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, Sep 2026 - 24. Beyond emollients: A review of moisturizers in dermatology
Amitta Rachel Santhosh, Mary Vineetha, Kidangazhiathmana Ajithkumar · Journal of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases, May 2026 - 25. Topical antibiotic overuse in minor follicular disorders: A narrative review
Muhammad Farhan Arif, Atif Salim Khatib, Rana Hussain Abdul Rehman et al. · CosmoDerma, Sep 2026 - 26. Psychopharmacology in Dermatology
Olivia Katamanin, Sheila Sharifi, Mohammad Jafferany · Indian Dermatology Online Journal, Feb 2026 - 27. From Clues to Clarity: A Simplified Approach to Connective Tissue Disorders for Dermatologists
Gautam Kumar Singh, Simran Tuli, Pankaj Das et al. · Indian Journal of Postgraduate Dermatology, Aug 2026 - 28. Rising Skin Cancer Disease Burden in India in the Context of Environmental and Social Determinants of Health
Sriram Palepu, Eva Rawlings Parker · Indian Journal of Dermatology, Aug 2026 - 29. Topical agents for skin rejuvenation: Role of antioxidants and cosmeceuticals
Shehnaz Zulfikar Arsiwala, Poojita Shivalingappa Bale, Nazneen Zulfikar Arsiwala · Journal of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Oct 2026 - 30. Artificial intelligence in acne vulgaris: Current applications, limitations, and future directions
Ipshita Bhattacharya, Sanjay Kumar Rathi, Priyal Singhal et al. · CosmoDerma, Jul 2026