Does Using a Skin Toner Do More Harm Than Good?
There are many factors in choosing the best products to use on your skin. Some include the type of skin that you have; oily, combination, dry, or sensitive. Another factor may be whether or not active acne is present. And, as always, age is a significant factor that determines what products are tolerable for our […]
How Long Can You Use Topical Clindamycin for Acne?
Dermatology professionals take into consideration many factors when formulating an effective treatment plan for acne. When numerous painful and tender acne lesions are present, sometimes we slip a topical antibiotic called clindamycin into the regimen. Topical treatment can work wonders over time, but is it safe to use an antibiotic on your face forever?
Is “Double Cleansing” Beneficial for Your Skin?
When it comes to cleansing our skin, we have many options to choose from. In this blog, we will look at the “double cleansing” trend and discuss how it can possibly benefit your skin. There are several factors that should be considered when choosing a skin cleansing regimen. For many of us, it is the […]
What Happens to Our Skin as It Ages?
Our skin undergoes numerous changes throughout the years. Read on to see what changes may happen starting in our twenties through our fifties.
Topical Niacinamide – The Benefits for Your Skin
In recent years, topical niacinamide has been in the skincare spotlight and incorporated into numerous commercial and prescription products. But what exactly is it and how can it benefit your skin? Read this month’s blog to find out.
Could You Have “Fungal Acne?”
“Fungal Acne” has several names in the dermatology community. It is also known as Pityrosporum folliculitis and Malassezia folliculitis to clinicians. While this isn’t considered true acne, it is something we commonly see in our clinic. Our goal with this blog will be to help familiarize you with the signs, symptoms, and common treatment options […]
Benzoyl Peroxide and Salicylic Acid for Acne
Many of us have been at the drugstore perusing the shelves for over-the-counter acne treatment to either use alone or in combination with prescription treatment. Perhaps you have seen the two most common products that are widely used for acne treatment; benzoyl peroxide (BPO) or salicylic acid (SA). But what is the difference between the […]
Can Drinking Green Tea Help Hormonal Acne?
Female pattern acne, AKA “hormonal acne”, is a frustrating condition affecting many women across the globe. The characteristic inflamed and tender acne lesions appear along the lower face, particularly along the chin and jawline prior to the start of the menstrual cycle. Fortunately, many treatment options are available to address this type of acne, however […]
Squalene In Your Skincare
It seems that every year or so, there is ingredient that enters the spotlight as the “must have” product to help benefit the skin in one or more ways. Over the last few years, Squalene has gained popularity in everything from lip balms, topical serums, masks, moisturizers, cleansers, oils, eye creams, sunscreens, shampoo, and even […]
What is KPRF?
There can be many causes of redness to the face, each with its own indicated treatment. Therefore, it is essential to make sure the correct diagnosis is made so that the treatment can effectively target the specific condition. So, what is KPRF? Keratosis Pilaris Rubra Faciei (KPRF), is a type of Keratosis Pilaris (KP). KP […]
