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...
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Erum Ilyas, MD, MBE, FAAD
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Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 28, 20227 min read
Blackheads | What are they & How can you get rid of them
‘Blackheads’ is a skin term meant to refer to pores that are open and filled with keratin or sebum exposed to the air. 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 26, 20225 min read
Benzene Found in Sunscreen | What does this mean for your health?
"27% of sunscreen samples tested contained benzene [a known carcinogen]," according to analyses by Valisure. Read more... Topics What are...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 26, 20222 min read
Skin fatigue
Fatigue or tiredness can take a toll on the skin both directly and indirectly. Read more... Topics What are some ways that fatigue can...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 26, 20226 min read
Benefits of Botox
Botox is a muscle relaxant to relax dynamic wrinkles. Read more... Topics What is Botox? What are the benefits of Botox? What should we...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 26, 20228 min read
How to Choose an Eye Cream? Here is All You Need to Know
From sleep deprivation to seasonal allergies, there are many reasons that dark circles or puffiness can develop around the eyes and...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 26, 20224 min read
Lymphatic Drainage for Face
Facial massage has its benefits if done correctly. Read more... Topics What Is lymphatic drainage facial massage? What are facial...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 24, 20225 min read
Vitamin C & Your Skin
The question when it comes to vitamin C in a product is how active the compound actually is and the concentration of it to really have an...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 24, 20224 min read
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) | Oral and Topical Use for the Skin
In our diet, we obtain niacinamide from nicotinamide, nicotinic acid, and tryptophan. Read more... Topics What is Niacinamide? What...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 24, 20224 min read
Acne washes | Starter products
Acne cleansers are often one of the first true skin care products we start with when hormones start kicking in. Read more... Topics How...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 24, 202216 min read
Bed Sheets | A complete guide to choosing bed sheets with your skin in mind
Consider this: Your skin is in direct contact with these sheets for hours on end. Read more... Topics Have you ever given much thought...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 23, 20226 min read
Dry Skin | Xerosis
When you think about dry skin, also known as xerosis cutis, think of your skin as not smooth like a wall- it’s more like a cobblestone...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 23, 20223 min read
Foot Creams
Our feet take on a lot of stress throughout the day. Read more... Topics Why is it important to use foot cream? How to best apply foot...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 23, 20224 min read
Cystic Acne and Accutane
Cystic acne by definition has a serious potential for long-term scarring, discomfort, and psychological consequences to self-esteem. Read...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 23, 20223 min read
Spot Correctors | One size does not fit all
The key to managing hyperpigmentation or dark spots is to understand that not all discoloration is the same. Read more... Topics What are...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 23, 20226 min read
Tretinoin | What is tretinoin and how do I use it?
Tretinoin is available as a prescription topical to treat a number of skin conditions. Read more... Topics What is Tretinoin? Is...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 23, 20223 min read
Hypoallergenic | What's the deal with this term?
Hypoallergenic is intended to reference a product that is less likely to trigger an allergic reaction or has fewer allergens in it. Read...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 22, 20229 min read
Dark Under Eye Circles | Treatments and Natural Remedies
The key to choosing the right product for under-eye circles is understanding what causes them in the first place. Read more... Topics How...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
Oct 21, 20222 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... Read on... Topics What does cold weather do...
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