Dr. Ibrahim also points out that using a bidet can cut back on or eliminate that irritation: “Bidet usage is much healthier for perianal skin because the usage of water cuts down on the usage of chemically laden wet wipes and toilet paper.” All of that is to say: Using a bidet is not just … Read more
Welcome to Shelf Life, where Olympians are breaking down the beauty routines carrying them through the 2024 Paris Games. Today, Paralympian—and licensed esthetician—Brittni Mason reveals her go-to lip gloss, her skin care routine for combating oiliness, and her secret to airbrush-finish makeup on and off the track. If Brittni Mason weren’t a world-class Paralympian, she’d … Read more
Why the inflammation? “Your body is producing an immune response,” says board-certified dermatologist Dr. David Bank, who is based in Mount Kisco, New York. This means your body is trying to battle a foreign substance (the saliva). “Your immune system plays the largest role in what type of reaction you have,” Dr. Bank explains. What … Read more
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The conversation around collagen typically focuses on its benefits for the skin on the face, but some dermatologists are keen to highlight that the scalp—and therefore the health of your hair—can also reap rewards from collagen supplements. Sanja Zivanovic, biomedical doctor and founder of ingestible brand Skin Molecule X, explains: “Collagen is a protein naturally … Read more
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It seems that most of the buzz behind these products is anecdotal; as Margarita Lolis, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon based in New Jersey, points out, there’s a lack of scientific data behind their benefits. “The effectiveness of these products may have been studied in a small sample of patients, so efficacy claims … Read more
“Sorry, that’s my mom—I’m just on an interview, Mom!” Nicola Coughlan is sitting in what I can only assume is her mother’s house, presumably in her hometown of Galway, Ireland. Through my Zoom screen and over her shoulder, I catch glimpses of what appear to be patterned wallpaper and frilly antique furniture. I just barely … Read more
Barrier repair, a simplified routine, and Eastern beauty practices all place an increased emphasis on the best serums for sensitive skin. No matter which complexion philosophy you’re following—from a pared-back regimen to an elaborate 10-step Korean-inspired process—soothing and balancing is key to overall, and optimal, skin health. Our Top Picks This shift in focus to … Read more
A few years ago, it felt like CBD was everywhere: in bath soaks, topical creams, mint-flavored oils, gummies, even lube and skin care. Your coworkers were talking about it. Your parents were using it. Sephora was selling it. If you thought we were done with all things CBD beauty and skin care, it may be … Read more
Kim Kardashian is opening up about her psoriasis. The reality star and SKIMS founder has always been honest and forthright about her struggles with the skin condition, but now she’s sharing how psoriasis almost ruined her 2022 Met Gala appearance. Kim Kardashian recently appeared on the SHE MD podcast to discuss all things psoriasis. (If … Read more
“Patients are putting their skin in danger when they choose to expose [it] to the sun with no sunscreen protection. When you are contouring with sunscreen, you are exposing your skin to radiation,” says Jeannette Graf, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York … Read more
