Patient Buzz: Melanonychia Causes | The Expert Weighs In
MelanonychiaHealth recently posted an article on the causes of melanonychia. While a black line on a patient’s nail is a common presentation, melanonychia may have a harmless cause or it may be a sign of a more serious health condition. How should a dermatology clinician conduct a workup for melanonychia, and when is a biopsy necessary? For an expert’s take, I reached out to Molly Hinshaw, MD, profes …
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Patient Buzz Series: Salmon Sperm Facials
salmon sperm facialsBeauty influencers are now recommending an unusual treatment for skin rejuvenation: salmon sperm facials. As noted in Newsweek, the treatment involves injecting polynucleotides, which are stretchy molecules taken from fish DNA. The injectable gel binds with water molecules, which firm and hydrate the skin, according to Dr. Gizem Seymenoglu, a facial aesthetics doctor in the U.K. The treatment repo …
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Patient Buzz: Cocktailing Injectables | The Expert Weighs In
cocktailing injectablesElle recently posted an article entitled, “Your Dermatologist Has a ‘Secret Menu’”, which highlighted the popularity of cocktailing injectables. What are some common ways dermatologists cocktail injectables? What are the potential drawbacks? What should dermatology clinicians know before cocktailing injectables? For an expert’s take, I reached out to Jacqueline Watchmaker MD, a derma …
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Patient Buzz: Exosomes In Skin Care | Dr. Zoe Draelos Weighs In
exosomesFirst for Women recently posted an article about exosomes in skin care. Serums, creams and other products containing exosomes are now available to consumers. What are exosomes, and what are their benefits when used in skincare products? How many exosomes aid in procedural treatments? For an expert’s take, I reached out to Zoe D. Draelos, MD, president of Dermatology Consulting Services in Hi …
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Patient Buzz Series: Face Washing with Bottled Water
Bottled water for skincareThe latest trend for social media’s skincare enthusiasts is using bottled water to wash the face. Vogue interviewed dermatologists for their take on whether there’s any evidence to say that replacing tap water with bottled water in a skin cleansing routine has any benefit. Dr. Blair Murphy-Rose pointed out that contaminants from unfiltered water may irritate dry, sensitive skin as well as t …
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