FYI: Dermatologists Say These Are the Best Moisturizers for Rosacea.
Byrdie, April 2018 “According to Jennifer Herrmann, MD, FAAD, at Moy, Fincher, Chips Facial Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Beverly Hills, “Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by diffused redness, flushing, pustules, bumps, and skin thickening (aka fibrosis) and which may be triggered by things like heat, spicy or citrus foods, alcohol, exercise,…
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Carrie Underwood Debuted Her Face Last Night After Receiving 40 Stitches
Byrdie, April 2018 “As music fans, we’re pretty used to our favorite artists teasing us when it comes to a big reveal. Except usually, the big reveal involves a highly anticipated single or album release—not their face. And yet in the disturbing wake of country singer Carrie Underwood’s nasty fall in November 2017 (in which…
Read More Got Melasma? Piqo4, a new laser for unwanted brown spots
All Articles,Cosmetic Dermatology
Even before laugh lines or deepening forehead furrows, dark spots are often the first sign that we’re not getting any younger. But unlike blemishes, brown discolorations don’t fade away on their own and can be particularly stubborn, if Melasma is their cause. Melasma is an inflammatory skin condition that causes brown-gray blotches on the forehead,…
Read More Scarless Surgery: How close can we get?
All Articles,Cosmetic Surgery,Scar Improvement
A scar marks the final stage of a coordinated healing process after your skin suffers a wound. It’s an amazing, but imperfect operation that creates a replacement that never quite measures up in strength or color to its original counterpart. When your body recognizes injury, it initiates healing through a complex cascade of signals. Inflammation,…
Read More Just In: Here’s What Dermatologist Really Think About Polypeptides in Skincare
Byrdie, March 2018 “We’ll be the first to admit that there are enough enticing skincare technologies, ingredients, and product compilations to excite, overwhelm, and last even the most avid skincare junkie a lifetime. And since virtually every buzzword and ingredient makes lofty promises (many of which claim miracle—aka realistically impossible—results), it’s important to have information…
Read More Here’s Why I Finally Decided to Get Fillers at Age 37 (and Loved It!)
My Domaine, March 2018 “While I have never shied away from testing new facial lotions, chemical peels, or lasers (I’ve even used my own blood as a serum), having injections or undergoing cosmetic surgery has always made me feel nervous. (Of course, we support freedom of choice and wholeheartedly believe everyone has the right to…
Read More 14 Beauty Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy
14 Beauty Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy Byrdie, March 2018 “We’re beginning to enter a world where ruling out toxic ingredients in our beauty regimens is becoming more mainstream. The education is right at our fingertips, and the sheer scope of natural and organic products is bursting at the seams. Admittedly, though, I myself pay…
Read More A New Alternative to IPL for Pigmentation Problems
All Articles,Cosmetic Dermatology
The PiQ04 Pigmentation Laser The PiQ04 Pigmentation Laser is revolutionary. It’s the first 4-wavelength picosecond and Q-switch laser that uses laser energy to treat a wide range of pigmentation disorders with minimal downtime and without scarring. It is the most powerful solution available for efficiently removing unwanted brown spots and patches. Moy, Fincher, Chipps Facial…
Read More Are you using this potent skin Vitamin?
You’ve heard it before—Vitamin C is key for skin health. Indeed, a wealth of scientific research has supported this vitamin’s role in optimizing skin function, and almost every cosmeceutical company offers a litany of Vitamin C products. But, what does it actually do, and are all vitamin C creams created equal? Skin Care benefits of…
Read More Gluten-free skin products: Are they worth it?
You’ve seen your favorite brands roll out entire lines of gluten free (GF) products, and maybe you’ve even followed, liked, and shared posts on “who makes the best GF blush.” Once devoted to the back corner of health food stores only, gluten-free foods, products, and “lifestyles” have gained tremendous momentum. By why? Does going GF…
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