Patient Buzz: Microdosing Isotretinoin | The Expert Weighs In
Vogue wrote an article about the ‘Hollywood Dose’ – microdosing isotretinoin for clearer skin. The concept of a reduced dose was once popular among models and actors who were looking for a flawless, glowing look. Yet dermatologists say prescribing isotretinoin at levels lower than the traditional dose can be beneficial for some everyday acne patients, too. Low-dose isotretinoin offers fewer …
Vogue wrote an article about the ‘Hollywood Dose’ – microdosing isotretinoin for clearer skin. The concept of a reduced dose was once popular among models and actors who were looking for a flawless, glowing look. Yet dermatologists say prescribing isotretinoin at levels lower than the traditional dose can be beneficial for some everyday acne patients, too. Low-dose isotretinoin offers fewer … Continue reading "Patient Buzz: Microdosing Isotretinoin | The Expert Weighs In"
Women's Health/AOL and Marie Claire have recently written articles on oils and juices to treat hair loss. Moringa oil is lauded for its ability to nourish the scalp and protect against hair breakage. Rosemary oil is noted for its ability to increase blood flow to the scalp, while fans of onion juice say it improves scalp health. Is there any value to adding these oils and juices to a hair loss …
Dermatologist Dr. Amy Weschler’s new venture with her daughter Zoe is making news this month. According to ELLE and The New York Times, the pair recently opened Spotless, a consumer-focused acne clinic. (Similar to a blow-dry bar.) Located in a Manhattan storefront, Spotless is a ground-floor, one-stop-shop for acne care, from corticosteroid injections to prescription treatments. Dr. Weschler sa …
Making news this month in Women’s Health is the development of an at-home corticosteroid injection for acne flares. ClearPen contains triamcinolone acetonide and, if FDA-approved, would be the first and only at-home prescription-strength corticosteroid acne injection. The product’s developer, Indomo, says it will begin clinical trials soon, so the injections, which would require a prescription …
New Beauty and The New York Times recently posted articles on skin care after weight loss from GLP-1 agonists. Patients who have experienced significant weight loss are seeking skincare products and treatments to address their loose skin. Dermatologists are reporting an increase in patients with these concerns, and influencers on TikTok and Instagram are pushing a variety of products geared toward …