Introduction: Our commitment to scholarly excellence is reflected in the meticulous peer review process undertaken by Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetology. The objective of peer review is to ensure the quality, validity, and significance of submitted manuscripts. This document provides detailed guidelines for both authors and reviewers to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity.

Submission Preparation: Authors are encouraged to carefully follow the journal's submission guidelines, ensuring proper formatting and adherence to style requirements. Submissions should be original, clearly written, and contribute significantly to the existing body of knowledge.

Double-Blind Review: To maintain impartiality, Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetology  employs a double-blind peer review process. Authors are required to anonymize their manuscripts, removing any identifying information to ensure an unbiased evaluation. Reviewers are also kept anonymous to authors during the review process.

Reviewer Selection: Expertise is a cornerstone of the review process. Reviewers are selected based on their knowledge, experience, and research alignment with the submitted manuscript. They should declare any potential conflicts of interest before agreeing to review.

Reviewer Responsibilities: Reviewers are expected to provide constructive, fair, and timely evaluations. Comments should address the manuscript's strengths, weaknesses, and suggest improvements. Assessments should focus on scientific validity, clarity, methodology, and the contribution to the field.

Ethical Considerations: Reviewers must report any suspicions of plagiarism, data fabrication, or ethical concerns to the editorial team. Confidentiality is paramount, and reviewers should not disclose any information about the manuscript or their review to third parties.

Timely Review: Reviewers are requested to adhere to the agreed-upon timeline for the review process. If unable to meet the deadline, prompt communication with the editorial team is essential to ensure timely publication.

Decision Criteria: The final decision is based on the reviewers' evaluations, the manuscript's significance, originality, clarity, and adherence to ethical standards. Revisions may be requested, and authors are expected to address reviewers' comments thoroughly.

Author Response: Authors should carefully consider and respond to reviewers' comments, providing a detailed explanation for each revision made. The revised manuscript should be accompanied by a point-by-point response document.

Editorial Decision: The editorial team considers reviewers' comments, authors' responses, and the overall quality of the manuscript when making a final decision. Possible outcomes include acceptance, minor/major revisions, or rejection.

Continuous Improvement: Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetology  values feedback from authors and reviewers to continually enhance the peer review process. Suggestions for improvement are welcomed and considered as part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of scholarly publishing. These guidelines serve as a foundation for the peer review process at Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetology, reinforcing our dedication to fostering academic excellence and contributing to the advancement of knowledge across diverse disciplines.