Patient Buzz Series: Safety of RF Microneedling
A review in Cosmopolitan addressed questions about the safety of radiofrequency (RF) microneedling. Last fall, the FDA issued a safety communication about potential risks with “certain uses” of the devices. The FDA received reports that some RF microneedling patients were burned, scarred, or disfigured, or experienced fat loss or nerve damage. In the article, beauty director Lauren Balsamo sha …
A review in Cosmopolitan addressed questions about the safety of radiofrequency (RF) microneedling. Last fall, the FDA issued a safety communication about potential risks with “certain uses” of the devices. The FDA received reports that some RF microneedling patients were burned, scarred, or disfigured, or experienced fat loss or nerve damage. In the article, beauty director Lauren Balsamo sha … Continue reading "Patient Buzz Series: Safety of RF Microneedling"
Menopausal skin was the subject of a recent FOX News interview with Amy Weschler, MD, PhD, who is board certified in dermatology and psychiatry. In the interview, Dr. Weschler addressed acne during menopause as well as the impact of stress and sleep on the skin. She included recommendations for stress management that can lead to skin improvements.
For a deeper dive into the skin effects of meno … 
Not all viral skincare trends are bad, according to an article by NewBeauty. From microneedling to prejuvenation, dermatologists say some of the social media-fueled trends have some credibility. Dermatologist Dr. Sue Ellen Cox backs skin streaming, saying that better results often come through using fewer, yet effective products. Dermatologist Dr. Kally Papantoniou says slugging, glass skin routin … 
PDRN is one of the hottest new skincare ingredients, and it’s commonly known from its source – salmon sperm. Products with PDRN are expected to rise in popularity in 2026. Marie Claire posted a primer on PDRN products and how to maximize their benefits. Dermatologist Dr. Deborah Longwill says PDRN products improve hydration and skin barrier repair, and are helpful in the recovery process after … 
Vogue wrote an article about the ‘Hollywood Dose’ – microdosing isotretinoin for clearer skin. The concept of a reduced dose was once popular among models and actors who were looking for a flawless, glowing look. Yet dermatologists say prescribing isotretinoin at levels lower than the traditional dose can be beneficial for some everyday acne patients, too. Low-dose isotretinoin offers fewer …