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...
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Erum Ilyas, MD, MBE, FAAD
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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
Feb 3, 20234 min read
Minimalist Skincare Routine
To look closer at what defines a minimalist skincare routine, first skincare basics are determined followed by deciding frequency for...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jan 31, 20233 min read
Tinted Sunscreen | How to choose the right one
Tinted sunscreens are essentially sunscreen products with a color tint to mask the whitish residue that sunscreens can leave on the skin....
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 30, 20233 min read
Body Washes | How are body washes different from soap?
The pH of bar soap is higher than liquid soap. Read more... Topics What is the difference between bar soap and liquid soap? How does soap...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jan 29, 20234 min read
Winter Skin | 3 Must-Have Skin Care Essentials for Dry Skin, Breakouts, and Static!
The cold weather can really take a toll on our skin. The lack of moisture in the air can leave the skin feeling cracked and dry. Read...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jan 10, 20233 min read
How to choose an aftershave
When it comes to choosing the best aftershave, the best approach is to understand the goal. Read more... Topics What does an aftershave...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jan 8, 20233 min read
Hair | A natural barrier to UV, but how much protection does it really offer?
Clearly, our heads can get the first and most intense exposure to UV when outdoors. Read more... Topics Does hair offer any UV...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jan 8, 20233 min read
SPF explained | How to make sense of SPF
There are several misconceptions about sunscreens. Read more... Topics First things first: What does SPF stand for? How do sunscreens...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jan 2, 20233 min read
Replacing underwear
Replacing underwear is based on a use perspective with regard to wear frequency and maintenance. Read more... Topics Is there a standard...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 26, 20222 min read
Makeup removal mistakes
Makeup and product removal are some of the most common triggers for skin rashes and irritation. Read more... Photo: Wix Disclaimer: This...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 25, 20222 min read
Best Moisturizers with SPF
Consider a moisturizer with SPF a multitasking product. The intent of the product is twofold: to provide both hydration and sun...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 25, 20224 min read
Aftershave | How to choose the right one
When it comes to choosing the best aftershave, the best approach is to understand the goal. Read more... Topics What is the best way to...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 24, 20223 min read
Vaginal Wipes
Vaginal wipes must take into consideration the complexities of the bio flora to avoid triggering an imbalance that could result in a...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 17, 20221 min read
Daily Skin Habit to Consider | Moisturizer!
One of the simplest steps to integrate into a daily routine that will do more than you know to help your overall well-being is to simply...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Dec 17, 20222 min read
"I turned 40 and my skin just changed!"
As we get older, each decade can bring about some skin changes- some associated with genetics, some with hormones, and some with the...
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 12, 20222 min read
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...
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...
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