Dirty phone? Can you get germs from your phone?
There are studies on this! Yes- our phones have been found to carry most commonly staphylococcus aureus, MRSA, and E. coli as far as...
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Erum Ilyas, MD, MBE, FAAD
Board Certified Dermatologist | CEO | Functional Textile Expert | Bioethicist | Educator | Author | Mom
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Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 11, 20222 min read
Burns | Quick Guide on Management
A burn is a result of thermal injury to the skin. These are introduced externally with the damage migrating from the outermost layer of...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Nov 27, 20225 min read
Wound healing
Understanding the wound healing process and what your skin needs and when it needs it can help reduce the tendency towards scarring. Read...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Nov 12, 20222 min read
Menopause Associated Vaginal Dryness
Menopause-associated vaginal dryness is a result of decreased estrogen. This leads to thinning of the vaginal mucosa, decreased...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Nov 12, 20225 min read
Stretch Marks : It says it in the name!
Stretch marks are technically a form of scar tissue. They are exactly what they say they are - the result of the skin stretching too...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Nov 7, 20223 min read
Apple Cider Vinegar for your Skin and Hair
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has antimicrobial properties giving it the potential to be an effective method to ward off scalp infections of...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Nov 7, 20222 min read
Chemical vs Physical Sunscreen
There are a number of misconceptions about sunscreens. The most prevalent one however is how they work. Read more... Topics What is a...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Nov 6, 20224 min read
Fall Dos and Don’ts in Skincare
The climate can impact our skin and alter our skincare needs. Read more... Topics What are the basic do's and don'ts of skincare changes...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
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...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Nov 5, 20224 min read
Sensitive Skin
"Sensitive skin" is not a medical diagnosis that we use as dermatologists. Read more... Topics Can you briefly explain what it means to...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 30, 20225 min read
Halloween makeup removal
Halloween makeup tends to be heavy and somewhat thicker to allow for full coverage. Read more... Topics What are the best methods to...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 30, 20224 min read
Petroleum Jelly in Skincare
Petroleum jelly is purified and refined and regarded as one of the safest products to use on the skin by Dermatologists. Read more......
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 30, 20222 min read
Self Care starts with Skin Care
The reality is that our skin in so many ways is a “check engine light” for our internal health. Read more... Topics Can part of self-care...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 29, 20224 min read
Toners
The key point to start with is that the word “toner” does not necessarily apply to one group of products or uses. Read more... Topics Can...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 29, 20223 min read
Micellar Water
Think of micelles as molecules that can attach to dirt and oil on one side and water on the other. Read more... Topics First off—how do...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 29, 20222 min read
Brushes | Is it time for a change?
So how long before you should change out these brushes? Read more... Topics Could my makeup brush be a problem? How should I manage my...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
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...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 28, 20225 min read
Sunscreen expiration
Sunscreen absolutely expires. The active ingredients in sunscreen are usually given about a 2 -3 year expiration window. Read more......
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 28, 20228 min read
Exfoliants | Physical and Chemical
Exfoliants are meant to help remove the accumulation of superficial skin cells, keratin and sebum from the skin to treat and prevent acne...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
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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