Hydrafacial | Is it worth it?
Microdermabrasion is meant to encompass both physical exfoliation and some element of suction. The added benefit of Hydrafacial over...
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Erum Ilyas, MD, MBE, FAAD
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Dr. Erum Ilyas
May 31, 202311 min read
Sunscreens for your face | Facial SPF
Facial SPF or sunscreen for your face, in general, should be primarily in the morning routine to address UV exposure throughout the day. ...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
May 31, 20233 min read
Microblading
Microblading is considered semi-permanent cosmetic tattooing of eyebrows. Your pre-procedure preparation should focus on ensuring...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
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
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May 30, 20234 min read
Can you get Botox in your lips?? The lip flip.
The ‘lip flip’ gained a lot of social media attention in recent months for how injecting the superior portions of the orbicularis oris...
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May 30, 20233 min read
Chemotherapy & Hair Loss
Anagen effluvium is a type of reversible hair loss that can occur within a couple of weeks of initiating certain types of chemotherapy. ...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
May 29, 20233 min read
Product Claims | What does "Dermatologist Tested" mean?
There is not necessarily a specific criterion a product has to meet from a regulatory perspective to use the claim “dermatologist tested”....
Dr. Erum Ilyas
May 29, 20234 min read
The Single-Most Important Ingredient for Every SkinCare Concern
The sheer volume of skincare products on the market with varying claims and ingredients makes it a wonder how the average person can...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
May 28, 20232 min read
Shea Butter | Moisturizer with benefits
Shea butter has the benefit of hydration while also offering anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant activity. Read more... Topics What are...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
May 28, 20233 min read
Peeling skin after a sunburn | Why and how to manage
To understand why the skin peels after a sunburn, first it is important to really understand what a sunburn is to understand why your...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
May 28, 20233 min read
Probiotics vs Prebiotics for the Skin
Probiotics are considered live microorganisms that are used to alter the bioflora to gain a health benefit. Prebiotics are the foods...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
May 19, 20233 min read
Scalp Micropigmentation
Camouflaging the scalp to conceal obvious evidence of hair loss is achieved in multiple ways with the concept focused on reducing the...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
May 14, 20232 min read
Propylene Glycol
Propylene glycol is a synthetic additive used in a wide array of skincare products for a number of reasons. Read more... Topics What is...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Mar 5, 20238 min read
Exfoliation | Your complete guide
Exfoliants are meant to help remove the accumulation of superficial skin cells, keratin, and sebum from the skin. Read more... Topics...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Feb 26, 20234 min read
Sugaring | Hair removal
Sugaring is a method of temporary hair removal. Read more... Topics What is sugaring? How does sugaring work? How long does sugaring...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Feb 23, 20235 min read
Laundry Detergent | Is this really the cause of your rash?
Laundry detergents are products that many people place at the top of their list when they developed rashes or sensitivities of their skin....
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Feb 11, 20237 min read
Itchy Nipples
The skin of the areola is particularly thin and can be sensitive. Read more... Topics How can the dry air contribute to dry, itchy skin...
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Feb 11, 20234 min read
Calluses
Think of calluses as “reactive” growths. Read more... Topics What is a callus on the foot? What causes it and why might someone choose to...
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Feb 11, 20234 min read
Spa Trends
Increasingly spas are entering a grey area with "treatments" that are a little more invasive. Read more... Topics IV drips Cryotherapy...
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Feb 11, 20232 min read
Body Odors | Can you identify the source?
When it comes to body odors and inflammation, smell can generally points to an infectious cause. Read more... Photo: Wix Disclaimer:...
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