Patient Buzz Series: What’s Buzzing in Skin, Hair & Self-Care Right Now
skinThis month’s Patient Buzz contains several articles that address basic skin and hair care questions. Time addressed whether people should use soap or cleanser when bathing. Dermatologists Drs. Erin Chen, Anthony Rossi, Rachel Nazarian, and Shilpi Khetarpal outlined the damage that soap can do to the skin, and the benefits of using cleansers in maintaining the skin barrier. The dermatologists als …
skin
Patient Buzz: Accutane Nose? | The Expert Weighs In
AccutanePureWow recently wrote an article about the “Accutane nose” effect. Users on social media claim Accutane use can lead to a slimmer nose – a subtle nose job. For an expert’s perspective on use of isotretinoin in 2025, I reached out to San Diego dermatologist Neal Bhatia, MD, FAAD. Have you heard about "Accutane nose" and what are your thoughts on it? I can’t say I’ve heard of it. It …
Accutane
Patient Buzz Series: Green Light Therapy
Green light therapyLight therapy has been making news in the consumer press for years, and there’s a new wavelength in the spotlight – green light. Women’s Health wrote about green light therapy, which emits at a range of 500-570nm, as a way to treat dark spots and inflammation. While this therapy is not commonly available in dermatologists’ offices and research is limited, some dermatologists are recommendi …
Green light therapy
Patient Buzz Series: Laser Stacking
laser stackingThe consumer press places a greater emphasis on cosmetic procedures in the winter months, and this year is no exception. Forbes wrote about new skincare treatments to try, including Sofwave, which uses ultrasound to stimulate collagen and elastin. Miria, a new fractionated, non-ablative skin tightening and resurfacing treatment, was featured for its safety in darker skin tones. The article also co …
laser stacking
Laser Hair Removal for Hidradenitis Suppurativa | The Expert Weighs In
Hidradenitis SuppurativaHealth recently wrote an article detailing laser hair removal as a treatment option for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). What role does laser hair removal play in an HS treatment plan, and which patients make good candidates? For an expert’s perspective, I reached out to Steven Daveluy, MD, FAAD, professor and program director at Wayne State Dermatology. In your practice, what role does laser hai …
Hidradenitis Suppurativa