Editor Tip: Once you run out, you can simply pop a new $35 cartridge right in. Type: Chemical | Key Ingredients: Niacinamide, kalahari melon, hyaluronic acid | Who It’s For: People with medium to dark skin Frequently Asked Questions Is a moisturizer with SPF as good as wearing sunscreen? The concept behind moisturizers with SPF … Read more
The result, over those five stages of puberty, can be varying degrees of acne breakouts. And while historically those breakouts were not emerging until kids were in their early teens, dermatologists are noticing younger patients coming to them with instances of acne. Laura Scott, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in San Diego, says she gets … Read more
But finding the right sunscreen for your skin tone and type can be tricky. Like any other skin-care product, personal preferences run the gamut. Those with sensitive skin may prefer mineral or physical sunscreens, which are always formulated with zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide and “reflect ultraviolet rays off of them before the rays penetrate … Read more
You’d be hard-pressed to find a better sunscreen than one made by EltaMD. The brand’s formulas are perpetual favorites of dermatologists for their skin-saving, broad-spectrum protection. But just because they work so well, that doesn’t mean they’re not light enough to wear every day — even in the winter. EltaMD’s new tinted sunscreen is proof: … Read more
If you’re someone who wears some form of a complexion-evening base on a daily basis, chances are you’ll want to find the best tinted sunscreens on the market. These magical little base-product miracles are lightweight, excellent at evening out skin tone, and are especially ideal for touching up throughout the day. (Every two hours, remember?) … Read more
Unlike the pros surveyed for old-school chewing gum commercials, five out of five dermatologists recommend sunscreen. (In fact, they recommend applying and re-applying it every day, even when indoors.) So it’s critical that we find formulas that are comfortable, blend in with our skin tones, and that we love wearing. Shiseido Urban Environment Vita-Clear Sunscreen … Read more
Medical professionals and organizations like the American Academy of Dermatology frequently educate their patients on the ABCDEs of melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer ― and for good reason. “Melanoma is the ‘deadly skin cancer,’ as this type of skin cancer can metastasize,” said Dr. Elaine Kung, a New York-based board-certified dermatologist. Once … Read more
Achieving healthy, glowing skin doesn’t happen overnight. The new year is a great time to revamp your skin care routine and commit to habits that will help you achieve healthier skin, but where’s the best place to begin? We asked four board-certified dermatologists to share some approachable skin care resolutions, as well as their … Read more
