Benzoyl Peroxide and Benzene: Controversies and Recommendations
On March 6, 2024, Valisure LLC, an independent testing laboratory in Connecticut, filed a petition with the FDA requesting a recall of Benzoyl Peroxide (BPO)
A dermatologist’s guide to sun protection
The warm weather is finally here, so it’s time to go for a walk, play in the park, or spend time outside. While sunshine sustains
A Dermatologist’s guide to Molluscum Contagiosum
Molluscum Contagiosum (MC) is a viral skin infection seen most commonly in young to school-age children. As its name suggests, the MC virus is contagious
How to treat dark spots from acne
Acne is a common skin condition that affects many people, regardless of age or gender. While acne can be frustrating, the dark spots it leaves
A dietary supplement can improve Acne Excoriée (skin picking in acne).
Acne excoriee is a skin condition that is often overlooked and misunderstood. It is a compulsive disorder that involves picking at acne lesions, resulting in
“Combatting Dry Skin: Tips for Keeping Your Skin Hydrated and Healthy”
Dry skin is a common skin condition that many people experience, especially during the colder months when the air is dry. It occurs when the
Subcision for acne scarring
Subcision Subcision® is a minor surgical procedure for improving the appearance of acne scars. It is also called “subcutaneous incisionless surgery.” Certain acne scars, such
Photodynamic Therapy (Blue light) for actinic keratosis is now painless!
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) for actinic keratosis What are actinic keratosis? Actinic keratosis are rough scaly patches on the skin caused by chronic sun exposure. They
How to take Accutane and prevent side effects
Accutane was the original brand name of the chemical compound isotretinoin. Even though multiple preparations of isotretinoin have been formulated and are sold today through
Adult Female Acne
Every day I hear the same complaint: “I am 40 years old and breaking out with acne. Why?” Adult female acne refers to women in
Finasteride, male pattern balding, and sexual/psychological side effects.
In 2012, the first post marketing reports linking finasteride to depression and suicide were released. Since then, reports of adverse sexual side effects and persistent
New treatment for hair loss
Low dose Oral Minoxidil for hair loss in men and women What is oral minoxidil? Oral minoxidil is an FDA approved treatment for high blood
Spironolactone for Acne
Long-term use of Spironolactone in women for acne In May 2020, a retrospective study from the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology examined the
COVID -19 vaccine and Dermal fillers
There is recent concern regarding the safety of dermal fillers such as Restylane and Juvederm in the presence of COVID -19 vaccination. Three participants out
Biologics, Psoriasis, and COVID-19
Because Coronavirus infection is so new, we do not have any or data on whether Biologics make patients susceptible to coronavirus infection. We do, however,
