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Therapeutic Versus Cosmetic Framing for Anti-Aging Claims

Anti-aging can mean many things: improved hydration, softer fine lines, reduced wrinkle depth, improved skin texture, or prevention of visible aging. These are cosmetic endpoints unless tied to a medical diagnosis or approved drug indication.11 For SNAP-8, the

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  • Anti-aging can mean many things: improved hydration, softer fine lines, reduced wrinkle depth, improved skin texture, or prevention of visible aging. These are cosmetic endpoints unless tied to a medical diagnosis or approved drug indication.11
  • For SNAP-8, the evidence supports cautious cosmetic language. Strong therapeutic claims would require high-quality clinical trials and regulatory review for the intended use.