Hyaluronic Acid | Your guide to understanding this skincare ingredient
Topical formulations of hyaluronic acid (HA) are seen for anti-wrinkle creams and skin hydration. Read more... Topics What is Hyaluronic...
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Erum Ilyas, MD, MBE, FAAD
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Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jan 31, 20235 min read
Makeup Removal | From daily tips to special occasions
Makeup removal does not necessarily require special products to remove depending on the types and quantities of products used. Read...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jan 29, 20232 min read
Cosmetic Product Claims | "will appear" vs "will have"
Have you ever tried to decipher cosmetic product claims? These are pricey products and learning how to decode skincare can help you save...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 25, 20222 min read
CBD Skin Care Products
Cannabis sativa has known anti-inflammatory properties. Read more... Topics What does CBD stand for? What is CBD used for in Dermatology?...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 25, 20228 min read
Face oils
The main role that face oils play in our skincare routine is to add hydration. Read more... Topics What role do face oils play in a...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 24, 20222 min read
Black Licorice
Black licorice consumption has been associated with affecting clotting and potassium levels. Read more... Topics What is black licorice?...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 21, 20228 min read
Makeup with Skin Care Benefits
Understanding what each product does and the “buzz words” on packages can help avoid making decisions on products that deliver more than...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 17, 20221 min read
Resveratrol
Resveratrol is a unique botanical antioxidant in that it has been shown to both directly search out damaging free radicals and also...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 16, 20224 min read
Expired beauty products
Given the fact that beauty products are at risk for contamination, consider the location the product is used and the risks associated...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 16, 20222 min read
Product Claims | ‘Maximum Strength’ vs ‘Clinical Strength’
When you see these claims - maximum strength and clinical strength- on the side of a package, they likely give the impression that the...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
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...
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 27, 20226 min read
Biotin and your Skin, Hair, and Nails
Biotin taken in supplements may be beneficial in cases where an individual has evidence of biotin deficiency. Read more... Topics What is...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 2, 20224 min read
Tanning Nasal Sprays | What you need to know
Tanning nasal sprays make use of melanotan. When sprayed in the nose, it is absorbed and acts on melanocytes to increase melanin...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Sep 27, 20226 min read
Bug Bites
The term “bug bite” references a hypersensitivity reaction in the skin induced by an insect vector. Read on... Topics What is a bug bite?...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Sep 8, 20227 min read
Rosacea | A complete guide to understanding your diagnosis
It’s best to think of Rosacea as a 'reactive' skin condition. The skin reacts to a trigger to result in the dilation of the blood vessels...
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