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Melasma is a common cause of excessive pigmentation (brown patches) on the face. It is most prevalent in females with skin of color. People with

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,