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 active ingredients and improves their tolerability. Dr. McDonald recommends caution when using bisabolol with strong ingredients, such as prescription-strength retinoids or benzoyl peroxide.
TODAY.com asked dermatologists if the new Skims Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap works. Dermatologist Dr. Adam Friedman calls the sculpting claim misleading, while dermatologist Dr. Jane Yoo calls the product “largely a gimmick.” While they acknowledge some reduction in swelling may occur, they note that any change would be temporary. Dr. Friedman points out that consistent use would be required for a potential long-term benefit, yet there’s currently no research on how long or how often to wear the wrap. They recommend people interested in facial contouring pursue approaches that are well researched.
NewBeauty highlighted the airplane skin care trend that’s popular on social media. Passengers are undergoing elaborate skincare routines in-flight, applying face masks, serums, moisturizers, and more in an attempt to look their best when they land. Dermatologists interviewed for the article note the benefits of moisturizing in the dry, recirculated airplane air. However, dermatologist Dr. Anna Chacon recommends against a complex routine using potentially irritating ingredients. Dermatologist Dr. Rachel Nazarian recommends avoiding harsh products, including chemical peels and exfoliative brushes, in the hours before takeoff as using these products may weaken the skin barrier.
Fox News is warning against “suntan tattoos,” which are also trending on social media. Those who partake in the trend apply stickers, tape, or sunscreen to the skin while tanning, which when removed, creates a design on the skin. Dermatologists quoted in the article note the increased risk of skin cancer in those who participate in this trend and recommend those interested in this type of body art use spray tanner instead.
Skin, hair, and nail trends are rapidly changing. Be in the know by reviewing this list of consumer news about dermatology:
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- ABC News Now: Jerry Jones’s melanoma diagnosis
- CBS: Debunking skincare myths
- Cosmopolitan: Mandelic acid
- Cosmopolitan/AOL: Tretinoin for acne and anti-aging
- Everyday Health: Sunscreen questions
- Forbes: Does at-home laser hair removal work?
- Glamour: How to shrink pores
- Glamour: How to treat forehead breakouts
- Harper’s BAZAAR: Oral minoxidil for hair loss in women
- Health: Whole body deodorant
- HealthCentral: Are med spas safe for psoriasis skin?
- HealthCentral: Topical steroid withdrawal
- HuffPost: How to boost collagen
- InStyle: Retinol purge survival tips
- Marie Claire: How to get rid of scars
- NewBeauty: Botox for hyperhidrosis
- NewBeauty: Microneedling before and after photos
- NewBeauty: Neurotoxins for menopausal skin changes
- NewBeauty: Skin care after GLP-1 weight loss
- NewBeauty: Skin quality after weight loss
- NewBeauty: Staying youthful at 40 and beyond
- NewBeauty: Surprising things stretching out the skin
- The New York Times: FDA targets mousse and foam sunscreens
- TODAY: Back-to-school skin care
- Oprah Daily: Treating and preventing neck aging
- Outside: Why sweat stinks
- Popsugar: Sleep and skin health
- Prevention: Causes of dry lips
- Prevention: How often to exfoliate the face
- Prevention: Skin cancer signs
- Prevention: Tips for longer, stronger nails
- Prevention: Ways to strengthen brittle nails
- Prevention/AOL: Vitamin E oil for longer, shinier hair
- Real Simple: Anti-aging skincare mistakes
- Real Simple: Common sunscreen myth
- Real Simple: Finger trick for measuring sunscreen
- SheFinds: Oils for hair growth
- TODAY: Beauty benefits of peptides
- TODAY: Dermatology and skincare buzz words
- TODAY: Skin benefits of magnesium
- TODAY: Toners vs. essences
- Women’s Health: Aquaphor vs. Vaseline
- Women’s Health: Does salt water boost a tan?
- Women’s Health: Masseter Botox
- Women’s Health/AOL: Alpha arbutin for dark spots
- Women’s Health/AOL: Dry shampoo hack
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