Patient Buzz: The K-Beauty Boom | The Expert Weighs In
While once only available at prestige beauty retailers, Korean skincare products are now mainstays in the skincare sections of big box stores and pharmacies. And the Korean influence is only growing: A recent Elle article profiled Korean in-office skincare treatments that are now available at some cosmetic practices in the U.S. These new products and procedures give more options for consumers, but …
While once only available at prestige beauty retailers, Korean skincare products are now mainstays in the skincare sections of big box stores and pharmacies. And the Korean influence is only growing: A recent Elle article profiled Korean in-office skincare treatments that are now available at some cosmetic practices in the U.S. These new products and procedures give more options for consumers, but … Continue reading "Patient Buzz: The K-Beauty Boom | The Expert Weighs In"
Korean skincare products have earned their spots on the shelves of major U.S. retailers as consumers seek innovative formulations. Now Korean skincare treatments are crossing the Pacific. Elle profiled Korean treatments in use in the U.S. for skin tightening, brightening, and smoothing. According to the article, Korean monopolar radiofrequency (MRF) device Everesse is a more comfortable option for … 
Everyday Health recently addressed the "invisible burden of atopic dermatitis" – the impact of the condition on a patient’s mental health. As a psychophysiological disorder, psychological stress can worsen atopic dermatitis (AD) flares, which in turn creates more inflammation in the body that stresses the nervous system. Chronic itch and sleep disturbances compound the distress, contributing … 
Spicule skin care is touted as “liquid microneedling,” according to a review by NBC News. In the article, dermatologist Dr. Marie Jhin explains that spicules come from marine sponges and have needle-like features, which can help stimulate ingredient penetration. Dermatologist Dr. Eleonora Fedonenko considers spicules similar to exfoliants with the added benefit of creating micro-injuries to th … 
Atopic dermatitis (AD) that’s not fully under control was the subject of two Everyday Health articles: one on treatment “red flags” and another on insufficient care that’s accepted by patients as “good enough.” With so many factors contributing to AD flares, discerning when a treatment isn’t working or has stopped working can be a challenge for both patients and clinicians. Additiona …