Ever since dermatologist Eugene Van Scott patented hydroxy acids for the use in aged skin, they have been popular skin care ingredients. He went on to start the company NeoStrata and now licenses the use of hydroxy acids to many companies, such as Avon. Now, hydroxy acids are one of the most commonly used and … Continue reading
Stress can wreak havoc on your skin, since it triggers inflammation, sebum (oil) production, and many other unwanted effects. While psychological stress can lead to acne breakouts, rosacea flare-ups, and wrinkles, environmental sources of stress can also contribute to these conditions. Use these tips to protect your skin from various sources of stress to maintain … Continue reading
Everyone feels stressed occasionally, but if you are constantly stressed out emotionally or regularly exposed to environmental stressors, it could show up on your skin. Emotional and environmental stress stimulate various inflammatory pathways throughout your body, causing a number of adverse effects on your skin. Read on to learn more about the connection between stress, … Continue reading
Have you ever noticed that as soon as you have an important event coming up, such as a job interview, a big test, or a family reunion, your skin starts to break out? Just your luck, right? Well, there is more going on here than just bad luck. When you feel stressed out, chemical changes … Continue reading
I have been taking a new fun dance class called DanceBody that is very popular in Miami and New York. You get really sweaty in the class and, because I am a dermatologist, I get asked a lot of questions about the skin issues that result. Lately, there have been a lot of questions about … Continue reading
Occlusives are a type of moisturizing agent that work by forming a protective coating on the surface of your skin. They are usually oily or waxy. Think of occlusives as “Saran Wrap” for your skin. In the same way plastic wrap forms a barrier between your food and the outside environment, occlusives prevents harmful particles … Continue reading
We are learning more about an exciting moisturizing and anti-aging ingredient in skin care called heparan sulfate (HS). New studies have found that decreased levels of HS in the skin may contribute to signs of aging, so adding a topical HS analog could help to improve lines, wrinkles, and sagging or thinning skin. Read more … Continue reading
Proper hydration is crucial for healthy skin. As the name suggests, transepidermal water loss (TEWL) refers to the evaporation of water through the epidermis, or outer layer, of your skin. (TEWL is pronounced “TOOL” ) When TEWL is high, your skin becomes dry, itchy, and often irritated. People with atopic dermatitis (eczema), contact dermatitis, psoriasis, … Continue reading
Shopping for the skin care fanatic on your list just got a whole lot easier! We’ve put together a list of the top skin care and beauty gift ideas for 2018 that the ladies and gentlemen on your holiday shopping list are sure to love. 1. Cleansing Brush There are lots of different cleansing brushes … Continue reading
‘Tis the season for holiday dinners, parties, and get-togethers with family and friends. Just in case you over-indulge in the spiked eggnog and stay up later than usual, keep these skin care tricks in mind to refresh your look the next morning. 1. Camouflage with Concealer One of the quickest fixes for a little too … Continue reading
