SPF for Lips
Lip balms tend to use thicker wax-based ingredients intended to protect the thin skin of the lips while also sealing in moisture to add...
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Erum Ilyas, MD, MBE, FAAD
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Dr. Erum Ilyas
Nov 4, 20235 min read
Night Creams | How to choose a Retinol
Nighttime is the best opportunity to help your skin repair itself from the damage it sees during the day from UV rays and free radicals...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jun 28, 20232 min read
Peptides in Skincare
It is so hard to say if peptides in skincare are worth the cost simply because very few products disclose the precise peptides used and...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jun 25, 20232 min read
What is the meaning of a product that is "dermatologist tested”?
There is not necessarily a specific criterion a product has to meet from a regulatory perspective to use the term “dermatologist tested”....
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jun 14, 20232 min read
Best Sunscreen Sprays for 2023
Sunscreen sprays are clearly favored for ease of application. Finding the best one at the store can be like finding a needle in a...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jun 8, 20232 min read
Waterproof vs Water-Resistant Sunscreen
Water-resistant sunscreens tend to last in the water, remaining effective for 40 to 80 minutes depending on the label designation. ...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Jun 7, 20238 min read
Shopping for Sunscreen | What People With Eczema-Prone Skin Should Remember When Buying SPF
Here is an ironic fact: some chemical sunscreen ingredients are actually common causes of photoallergic contact dermatitis. This means...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
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 6, 20235 min read
How Much of Every SkinCare Product Should You Be Using in your Routine?
It seems a little excessive, the amount of skin care products on the market for various needs with almost endless steps... There are some...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
May 31, 20232 min read
Stem Cells in Skincare
Plant-based stem cell extracts in skincare products have many potential benefits based on studies. Read more... Topics What are Stem...
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 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
Feb 4, 20231 min read
Common home remedies used for skincare by patients
There are a number of home remedies my patients have confessed to address their skin. Read more... Topics Apple cider vinegar Toothpaste...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Feb 3, 20233 min read
Do I need to use a serum?
Serums are lightweight products that do not have the thickness or greasiness of a cream or lotion. Read more... Topics What is a serum?...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Feb 3, 20235 min read
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...
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, 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
Jan 3, 20232 min read
Coffee Scrub
Coffee grounds contain caffeine, chlorogenic acid, and niacin that can benefit the skin. Read more... Topics What is in coffee grounds...
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