As a dermatologist, patients often ask me about the latest skincare trends and whether they live up to the hype. One ingredient that has become quite popular recently i...

Soybean oil is a versatile and beneficial ingredient for many kinds of skin care products. If you need an anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, and anti-aging ingredient for your skin care, find out if soybean oil is right for your Baumann Skin Type!

There is a lot of talk about clean beauty and which skin care products are harmful. This article divides harmful chemicals in skincare into categories such as harmful to humans or harmful to the environment. This toxic ingredient checker describes exactly what a toxic ingredient is and why and when it is harmful. Trying to find safe skincare?- this article will help you understand the issues.

Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, skin lightening ingredient in cosmetics. Find out why it isn't as common as you think and whether it's right for your skin type!

In this article, we go through the different compounds found in macadamia nut oil and describe their effect on skin health. This article will help you figure out if macadamia nut oil is right for your skin type!

There are different brands that are best for different skin concerns. If you are looking for the best selling brands in the world for different skin care needs, check out these recommendations.

Pseudofolliculitis Barbae (PFB) is a condition categorized by vulnerability to ingrown hairs. Ingrown hairs on the face are the same thing as PFB. Patients with this sk...

Astringents in skin care products shrink pores and help clean skin. This article discusses which cosmetic ingredients are astringents and how they work.

This article covers the composition and effects of witch hazel on the skin. Here, we seek to answer the question "how does witch hazel work?" Find out about the intricacies of this interesting ingredient in today's blog all about witch hazel!

Acne scabs and pimple scabs form as part of the normal wound healing process, but premature removal can lead to scarring. This article explains the three phases of wound repair and how acne lesions heal. It provides science-based guidance on what not to apply to open acne wounds, like salicylic acid, retinoids, witch hazel, and vitamin C, as these can irritate, slow cell growth, and disrupt scab formation. Instead, the article recommends using occlusive ointments and hydrocolloid bandages to protect lesions, retain moisture, and allow growth factors to accelerate healing. Follow these tips to help your acne scabs and pimple scabs heal faster and minimize the chances of scarring.

Learn about epidermal inclusion cysts, also called blind pimples or hard bumps under the skin. Discover what causes these painful cysts, symptoms to watch for, home remedies and OTC treatments, professional removal options, and when to call your dermatologist regarding these hard bumps under the surface of the skin.

In my dermatology practice, one of the most common skin conditions I see are epidermal inclusion cysts,(also  called blind pimple, acne nodules, acne cysts or sebaceous...