Tea tree oil | Why is this in so many skin and hair care products?
Tea tree oil is known for its antimicrobial and antiseptic properties. It is found in numerous skin and hair care products. Read more......
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Erum Ilyas, MD, MBE, FAAD
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Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 17, 20233 min read
Perimenopause | Skin Signs
During perimenopause, there is a decrease in the amount of estrogen and progesterone produced by the ovaries. To understand what is...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Nov 9, 20235 min read
How to shop for retinol
If you are just starting on a retinol product, I recommend starting with brands found at the drugstore. The reason is simple. These...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 29, 20238 min read
Retinol | What's in your anti-aging products
Retinol gets a lot of love in the over-the-counter anti-aging skincare product world. Retinol itself is a form of vitamin A found in...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jul 17, 20235 min read
Acne Face Map
It’s true that many of my patients will state that they always get acne in the "exact same spot!" They believe that the exact same...
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Jun 24, 20237 min read
Best Skincare Tools for Acne
In general acne skincare tools tend to focus on claims based around extracting clogged pores, assisting with exfoliation, reducing...
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Jun 6, 20237 min read
Mixing Skincare Products | How much to use and how to layer...
The question as to how much product to use and how is probably why we all have a drawer or box of barely used products. No one seems to...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jun 3, 20235 min read
Foods & Rosacea
When it comes to rosacea it’s best to think of this as a skin condition that results in dilation of the blood vessels and is related to...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jun 3, 20234 min read
Mistakes You’re Making When Trying to Cover Up Breakouts | Acne Mistakes
I find that when it comes to those who have acne and wear makeup there are two kinds of patients I see: those that wear makeup to cover...
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May 31, 20235 min read
Back Acne
Body or back acne (bacne) can be triggered by various causes- not all of which are true acne. Not every pimple is acne, especially when it c
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Feb 4, 20232 min read
Body Acne | Is there a difference between facial and body acne?
Believe it or not, most cases of persistent body acne sent to me are actually a form of folliculitis or infected hair follicles. Read...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Feb 4, 20235 min read
Washing your face the right way
It's amazing to talk to my patients that are 80+ with beautiful skin and say they never really washed their faces except in the shower. ...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 17, 20222 min read
Acne | Zit Mistakes
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Dec 12, 20222 min read
Charcoal in Skincare
Charcoal has become a popular ingredient for skincare products to include when targeting excess oil or impurities. Read more... Topics...
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Nov 24, 20224 min read
Acne & Diet | What's the story?
The story behind food and acne is not completely straightforward. Read more... Topics Why are there mixed answers on acne and diet? Are...
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Nov 5, 20224 min read
Acne during cooler months
During cooler months there are several changes our skin can experience that can result in breakouts. Read more... Topics What is it about...
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Nov 4, 20226 min read
Planning a Wedding? Skincare planning starts well in advance
Preparing your skin for your wedding day needs to start as early as possible. Read more... Topics What are the skincare biggest...
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Oct 30, 20223 min read
Acne... Down there...
Getting breakouts in the groin can be exceedingly uncomfortable. There are a number of triggers for this. Read more... Topics Are...
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Oct 29, 20226 min read
Sunscreen for Acne Prone Skin
The reality is that many sunscreens can feel thick and pasty or oily and greasy and leave those with acne struggling to figure out what...
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Oct 28, 20226 min read
Pityrosporum folliculitis (aka, Fungal acne) | A diagnosis to know
Accurately distinguishing between fungal acne and acne vulgaris is the key to therapeutic success. Read more... Topics What is fungal...
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