Patient Buzz Series: Sephora Kids
Sephora KidsTweens and teens are now crazed about skin care products, posting videos on social media about their multi-step skincare routines and love of Sephora. According to Good Morning America, #tweenskincare has more than 49 million views on TikTok. Dermatologists warn that the products chosen aren’t just expensive, but they may be harmful to a child’s skin. In a Good Morning America segment, Dr. …
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Friday Pop Quiz #255
The correct answer is E. Trial of potent topical corticosteroid. Recognize the well-defined irregularly-bordered patches and macules on the face as most consistent with vitiligo. Initial recommendations for repigmentation should include topical corticosteroids. Most likely, this should be performed with potent topical corticosteroids rather than a retrial of hydrocortisone 1% cream, whic …
Patient Buzz: Teledermatology Platforms and Skin Care
teledermatologyThe New York Times recently published an article about teledermatology and telehealth platforms that are disrupting skin care. Are these platforms good for expanding patient access to dermatology? How should dermatology clinicians address patient questions about these platforms? For expert advice, I reached out to George Han, MD, PhD, associate professor of dermatology at the Donald and Barb …
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Laser Success in Patients With Skin of Color: From Consultation to Procedure Options
lasers in skin of colorDr. Eliot Battle, co-chair of the Skin of Color Update conference and CEO/Founder of Cultura Dermatology & Plastic Surgery, has a distinguished history of establishing safe and effective laser techniques in patients with skin of color. During his recent lecture at the 2023 Skin of Color Update conference, he shared with the audience his personal pearls and suggestions for establishing a thrivi …
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Approach to Treating Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Patients with Skin of Color: Insights from Dr. Ginette A. Okoye
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a challenging dermatological condition characterized by painful, recurrent, and often disfiguring skin lesions. In this article, we will explore the expert insights of Dr. Ginette Okoye, Professor and Chair of the Howard University Department of Dermatology, as she discussed her approach to and experience with treating patients with HS at the 2023 Skin of Color Upd …
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