Integrative Remedy: Aloe Vera + Retinoids to Fight Acne For many of us, acne continues to affect our everyday lives well beyond our teenage years. For treating acne, retinoids (e.g. tretinoin) are considered the first line of therapy. However, the topical... Read More Author: Ramses Delgadillo
Skin Research Spotlight: Tea Tree Oil For Acne Acne (acne vulgaris) is one of the most commonly experienced skin conditions during our teen years and young adulthood. Lately, as people have begun demanding more natural treatments for acne, researchers have... Read More Author: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP, Ramses Delgadillo
Natural Remedy Research: Kanuka Honey for Rosacea Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that primarily flares on the face. Those of us who struggle with rosacea will typically experience facial redness caused by superficially dilated blood... Read More Author: Hadar Lev-Tov MD MAS, Ramses Delgadillo
Skingredients: Vitamin D2 vs. D3 Supplements Vitamin D is a widely popular dietary supplement. Since the sun is the best source of vitamin D, individuals living in areas without much direct sunlight may become deficient in the vitamin. Additionally,... Read More Author: Anna Pleet Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Let Us Simplify Skin Toners, Essences, and Ampoules Modern technology and advancements in scientific research have revolutionized everyday skincare products for the face. Shopping for the best products can become increasingly difficult when there are so many... Read More Author: Alexandra Vaughn MD, Janice Leung Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Natural Ingredients That Act as Lip Plumpers In recent years, having the perfect pout has been a trend that women have been striving for. But with lip injections costing several hundreds of dollars, having significant lip plump is not something that... Read More Author: Tara Ghalambor Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Vegan Skin Care: An Honest Looks at What it Really Means What is Vegan Skin Care? Living a vegan lifestyle has become increasingly common. Avoiding all animal-derived products has become easier to adapt to because of the accessibility of vegan options available in... Read More Author: Nicole Olayon MSN Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD, Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Dry Skin Brushing: Friend or Foe? Dry brushing involves brushing dry skin with a firm, natural bristle brush. Dry brushing has been used in many cultures for centuries to improve skin and overall health. This technique has picked up popularity... Read More Author: Hannah Yan Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Skin Research Spotlight: Serratula Extract For Age Spots Age spots, or lentigo solaris, is a common skin condition that results from excess exposure to the sun’s UV rays. Although these spots are usually harmless, many of us would prefer not to have them,... Read More Author: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP, Ramses Delgadillo
Science of Facial Masks and Facial Clay Both mud and clay masks have many benefits to the skin when applied. Facial masks are often used in spa treatments and can also be purchased at stores for use at home. There are a wide variety of mud and clay... Read More Author: Janice Leung Editor: Vindhya Veerula MD
Coffee Masks for Rejuvenated Skin Many people all around the world enjoy a hot cup of coffee in the morning. Coffee is not only an energy-booster, but it is used as an ingredient in desserts, sauces, seasoning, and even skin care products! The... Read More Author: Caitlyn Dagenet Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Everything You Need to Know About Gold Face Masks 24k Gold Face Mask Benefits Anti-Inflammatory properties Studies have shown that gold nanoparticles have anti-inflammatory properties. One lab study has shown that gold nanoparticles inhibited the production... Read More Author: Tara Ghalambor Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Lip Masks for Luscious Lips Lip masks are recently trending products designed to be a treatment to rejuvenate your lips. While some lip masks have been formulated for specific needs, their main function is to plump, moisturize and smooth... Read More Author: Tara Ghalambor Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
What Causes Hangnails and How to Avoid Them What Is a Hangnail? If you have ever felt a sharp pain around your nail, most likely it was a hangnail. Hangnails are extremely common and there is a good likelihood that you have had one at some point. A... Read More Author: Steven Lam Editor: Hadar Lev-Tov MD MAS
Herbal Teas to Cool the Skin and Body Everything that we put into our body has more effects than just providing nutrients. In most traditional healing modalities, foods and herbs are considered to provide a warming or cooling effect. By... Read More Author: Amy Branum AHP Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Are You Drinking Enough Water to Hydrate Your Skin? Preserving a youthful appearance and emanating glowing skin are some of the main reasons why most individuals invest in quality skin care. The number of skin care products labeled as anti-aging, skin... Read More Author: Nicole Olayon MSN Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Nails: Gel vs Silk vs Chemical – What is Best? Just like clothes, shoes, and hairstyles, painted nails are another way to enhance one’s appearance. With all the different kinds of manicures available, it can be difficult to choose the best one. ... Read More Author: Hannah Yan Editor: Jennifer Ornelas MD
Probiotic Benefits for the Skin: Foods vs Supplements Probiotics for skin care are gaining popularity in health these days and rightfully so. Probiotics, considered “good bacteria,” are live bacteria and yeasts that can be beneficial to various processes in... Read More Author: Steven Lam Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Skin Stories: How Should the Doctor Tell me Bad News? Editor’s Note: Alexis writes for the Skin Story section of Dermveda dedicated to expressing discourse from the patient perspective in medical care. One of the most anxious moments for a... Read More Author: Alexis Meyer Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Pushing Nail Cuticles: Risk or Reward? It is not uncommon to have your nail cuticles pushed back or even trimmed when getting a manicure in a nail salon or giving yourself a manicure at home. Many people choose to trim, push their cuticles back, or... Read More Author: Tammy Wu Editor: Jennifer Ornelas MD
Skin Story: Experience With Isotretinoin for Acne Krista is a college student suffering from severe acne, including hormonal acne on her chin. After having antibiotics proved ineffective to her acne, she switched to an isotretinoin treatment. I sat down to... Read More Author: Alexis Meyer Editor: Hadar Lev-Tov MD MAS
What’s the Deal with Charcoal Toothpaste? In today’s day and age where anyone can influence trends, commercials for different products can arrive in short, segmented bursts from multiple different online platforms. The newest circulating topic?... Read More Author: Ariel Maroon Editor: Jason Derico ND
Is Black Salve a Good Natural Treatment for Skin Cancer? Skin Cancer Scenario A 32-year-old woman, Cindy, presented to her doctor with a melanoma on her right arm in March. Cindy is a single mother, with three children, and works a minimum wage job. Her doctor told... Read More Author: Summer Ghaith Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Glutathione Skin Care For Whitening and Brightening One factor that makes people unique is their skin color. We also all have a preferred skin tone and there are many products out there to make your skin color appear more evenly toned. Glutathione, a... Read More Author: Tammy Wu Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Tips to Make Body Shaving Easier Whether you are an athlete or just a man looking to remove unwanted body hair, the chances are you may be seeking other ways to groom your body. Let’s face it, body shaving provides the confidence and... Read More Author: Niel Panchal Editor: Jason Derico ND
