Patient Buzz Series: Benzoyl Peroxide and Benzene
A laboratory’s recent claim that it detected the carcinogen benzene in certain acne treatments made news recently. The lab, Valisure, filed a petition with the FDA asking for a recall of the products involved. Chemists quoted in an Allure article said the issue is not one of contamination but potentially one of decomposition. The lab says it detected benzene when the benzoyl peroxide products we …
A laboratory’s recent claim that it detected the carcinogen benzene in certain acne treatments made news recently. The lab, Valisure, filed a petition with the FDA asking for a recall of the products involved. Chemists quoted in an Allure article said the issue is not one of contamination but potentially one of decomposition. The lab says it detected benzene when the benzoyl peroxide products we … Continue reading "Patient Buzz Series: Benzoyl Peroxide and Benzene"
Good Morning America was one of several media outlets who covered the Sephora kids craze, where tweens shop for and use skincare products made for adult skin. What factors led up to the craze? How should dermatologists modify their approach when treating tweens and teens?
For expert advice, I reached out to Brandi Kenner-Bell, MD, assistant professor of dermatology and pediatrics at Northweste … 
One of the latest TikTok trends has dermatologists concerned about the risks of pulmonary damage and allergic reactions. The “Lazy Girl” makeup trend involves applying self-tanner overnight to contour the face, according to FOX News. However, dermatologist Dr. Fayne Frey finds this trend disturbing, and dermatologist Dr. Mariano Busso cautions that results can vary.
Skin, hair and nail tren … 
Tweens 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. … 
Stylecaster recently posted an online article about psychodermatology. How do the mind and skin influence each other? What do we now know and what questions are still unanswered? How can dermatology clinicians best counsel their patients when the mind-skin connection is at work?
For expert advice, I reached out to Steven Daveluy, MD, FAAD, associate professor and program director at Wayne St … 