Patient Buzz Series: Bisabolol as a Skincare Ingredient
Forbes profiled the skincare ingredient bisabolol, which is making headlines for its anti-inflammatory properties. Commonly used in skincare products as alpha-bisabolol, an extract from the essential oils of the German chamomile and Brazilian candei tree, bisabolol is an antioxidant with anti-microbial properties. Dermatologist Dr. Hallie McDonald says bisabolol also enhances the effects of other …
Forbes profiled the skincare ingredient bisabolol, which is making headlines for its anti-inflammatory properties. Commonly used in skincare products as alpha-bisabolol, an extract from the essential oils of the German chamomile and Brazilian candei tree, bisabolol is an antioxidant with anti-microbial properties. Dermatologist Dr. Hallie McDonald says bisabolol also enhances the effects of other … Continue reading "Patient Buzz Series: Bisabolol as a Skincare Ingredient"
Women’s Health/AOL profiled a dermatologic condition often mistaken for acne. While commonly known as “fungal acne,” Malassezia folliculitis is not a form of acne but an infection due to overgrowth of the Malassezia yeast. The signs are itchy, red bumps that commonly appear on the trunk and upper arms.
For expert tips in diagnosing and treating Malassezia folliculitis, I interviewed San D … 
Using a Sharpie as a lip liner is the latest TikTok trend raising concerns among dermatologists. Some social media influencers say using a permanent marker is a cheaper alternative to traditional lip liner. However, an article by Fox News quotes the Northern New England Poison Center’s website, which says the ink in permanent markers may contain xylene, toluene, and urethane resin. Dermatologist … 
A model and influencer is making news for using her sister’s breast milk as part of her skincare routine. According to an article in People magazine, Quenlin Blackwell uses the breast milk for baths and face masks. Dermatologist Dr. Naana Boakye said breast milk has shown potential for soothing inflammatory skin conditions as well as moisturizing and strengthening the skin barrier. Dr. Boakye re … 
NBC News was one of the media outlets who covered the Marines’ recent tightening of shaving waivers, which could negatively impact the careers of Marines with pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB). Under a 2022 policy, Marines with treatment-resistant PFB could receive temporary or permanent shaving waivers. Now, Marines with PFB could be separated from the branch if their PFB does not improve within … 