Patient Buzz Series: Old Wives’ Tales and Urban Legends
This month’s Patient Buzz features a few old wives’ tales and urban legends in the care of the skin and hair. Does toothpaste work on pimples? Can essential oils improve psoriasis? Can castor oil help with hair growth?
Be prepared for your patients’ questions by reviewing these dermatology articles from the consumer press:
• Allure: Head lice treatment and prevention
• Allure: Inf …
This month’s Patient Buzz features a few old wives’ tales and urban legends in the care of the skin and hair. Does toothpaste work on pimples? Can essential oils improve psoriasis? Can castor oil help with hair growth?
Be prepared for your patients’ questions by reviewing these dermatology articles from the consumer press:
• Allure: Head lice treatment and prevention
• Allure: Inf … Continue reading "Patient Buzz Series: Old Wives’ Tales and Urban Legends"
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