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Using Lasers & EBDs for Pigmented Lesions & Tattoos
lasersDuring the 2023 Skin of Color Update in New York City, Dr. Omar Ibrahimi, a renowned laser and cosmetic dermatologist, as well as a Mohs surgeon in private practice in Stamford, Connecticut, imparted valuable insights into the use of lasers for pigmented lesions and tattoos. Dr. Ibrahimi placed significant emphasis on ensuring both safety and efficacy, particularly in individuals with diverse skin …
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Treating Hyperpigmentation in Darker Skin Types: The Expert Weighs In
hyperpigmentationEssence recently posted an article on how to treat hyperpigmentation on melanated skin. What cosmetic ingredients make the most impact in treating hyperpigmentation in darker skin types? What are the challenges that skin of color poses when treating hyperpigmentation? For expert advice, I reached out to Miami dermatologist Heather Woolery-Lloyd, MD. She will address hyperpigmentation and other …
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The Many Faces of Melasma
melasmaOur new series, “The Many Faces of”, showcases side-by-side images of some of the most commonly seen dermatology conditions in an array of skin tones and briefly highlight nuances in clinical presentation.  All images featured in the series are part of The Full Spectrum of Dermatology: A Diverse and Inclusive Atlas, a resource developed by co-editors Misty Eleryan, MD, MS, and Adam Friedman, …
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Combining Skincare Ingredients | Patient Buzz Series
Combining Skincare IngredientsThis month’s Patient Buzz includes articles about what skincare ingredients you should and should not combine. AHA and retinol? Vitamin C and exfoliants? Retinoids and benzoyl peroxide? Be ready for your next office visit by reading what your patients are reading. Browse this list of dermatology articles from the consumer press. Allure: Levels, stages and intensities of eczema …
Combining Skincare Ingredients
Cosmeceutical Recommendations for Diverse Skin Types
cosmeceuticalsAt the 2021 Skin of Color Update, Dr. Heather Woolery-Lloyd, Director of the Skin of Color Division at the University of Miami Department of Dermatology,  delivered an excellent talk on cosmeceutical recommendations for patients with diverse skin types, a personal favorite subject of hers. Catch the pearls of her talk here! Hot Topics  in Cosmeceuticals Topical Cannabinoids – The skin has it …
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