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Skin Care Library

Learn about the best ingredients for your Baumann Skin Type® on the Skin Care library.

Best Face Wash To Treat Dark Spots

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jun 17, 2022

Dark patches on skin need exfoliating cleansers to help the dark spots clear faster, however you need to choose your cleanser according to your Baumann Skin Type. Low pH cleansers can help Vitamin C serums work better to lighten dark spots.

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How Long Does Retinol Take To Get Rid Of Wrinkles?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jun 16, 2022

Many people ask how to get rid of wrinkles fast- and the answer is always – RETINOIDS. But how long do retinoids take to improve wrinkles? We discuss different types of retinoids and which get rid of wrinkles the fastest.

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Psoriasis

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on May 13, 2022

Psoriasis is a skin disorder that causes the appearance of red, flaky, itchy patches of skin, usually covered with white scales. There are many manifestations of psoriasis from mild to severe. Discover the cause of psoriasis along with the best home remedies, treatments and best skin care products for psoriasis.

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When To See A Dermatologist For Acne

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Mar 31, 2022

Should I See a Dermatologist for Acne? If you are asking yourself- “Do dermatologists actually help with acne?”- yes they do! Dermatologists are the best doctors for acne. You see, dermatologists are physicians that are trained on all skin diseases and are therefore acne specialists. Dermatology doctors can guide you ...

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What is Skin Purging and Is It Different than Acne?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Mar 31, 2022

Skin purging occurs after beginning a new skin care product. Dr. Leslie Baumann MD discusses what it is, how long it lasts, and what to do about purging skin.

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What Happens If You Don't Pop a Pimple?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Mar 31, 2022

What Happens If You Don’t Pop a Pimple? No one likes to wake up to a pimple in the middle of their face, and we certainly don’t like the idea of waiting for that pimple to go away on its own. However, the truth is that waiting it out (and ...

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How to Pop a Pimple Correctly Without Leaving a Scar

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Mar 31, 2022

The best way to get rid of a pimple without scarring is not to pop it and let it heal on its own. However, there are occasions when a zit shows up on your face full of yellow white pus and you don’t want to go to work, school, or ...

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Bumpy, Rough Skin: Causes and Treatment Options

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Mar 31, 2022

Bumpy, rough skin is a common complaint among people with many different skin types and can be caused by a variety of skin conditions, including keratosis pilaris, folliculitis, and an impaired skin barrier. Find out how to tell if you might be dealing with one of these common dry skin ...

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Normal Skin

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Feb 03, 2022

Normal skin is what we all strive for! Have you thought about what it means to have normal skin and what causes skin to be considered normal? Smooth, tight, glowing, calm, even-toned skin is normal skin. Normal skin is highly coveted but sometimes out of our grasp- especially if we ...

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Melasma Cream or Melasma Serum?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jan 14, 2022

Melasma Cream or Melasma Serum? It depends upon your Baumann Skin Type and other products in your skincare routine.

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Facial Extractions

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jan 06, 2022

Facial Extractions - What To Put On Face After Acne Facial Extractions? If you have blackheads, white heads, white bumps on the face, or milia, you don’t have to live with these bumps on the face. Facial extractions remove milia, blackheads and white heads but must be done properly by ...

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Retinoid Science in Skincare

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Nov 11, 2021

How do retinoid creams work to treat wrinkles and acne? All retinoids bind the Retinoic Acid Receptor which turns on a cascade of events that prevent skin aging and increase skin collagen. Science lovers will enjoy all the fascinating things we know about how retinoids work to keep your skin looking great.

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