Blog with Dr. IrwinTag >> Dry Skin Would a hydrating complex be as good as a filler?Posted in Wrinkles, Skin Care Products, Skin Care, Dry Skin, 2011 on Mar 31, 2011 | Permalink Hello Dr. Irwin,
I use skin medica ( luv it)...What do you think of the Hydrating Complex.. I don't use fillers but would this work as well on top of the skin. Thank you
For dryness or very fine lines, use a great moisturizer - the SkinMedica one is good. For true wrinkles, no cream will be able to compare to a filler at this point in time. The... more
What can I do about chronic eczema that's now involving my face too?Posted in Skin Care Products, Skin Care, Moisturizers, Dry Skin, 2010 on Nov 09, 2010 | Permalink I'm 28 years-old and have battled eczema since birth, mostly on my hands, the crook of my elbows, and behind my knees. Within the past few years, the eczema has appeared on my face, neck, and ears. I've been using a hydrocortisone cream, which helps a lot, but I'm worried about the long-term consequences of using such a product several times a day, especially on my face. Is there a cortisone-free product (OTC or Rx) that will do the job? Also, I'm wondering if my shampoo could be causing/exacerbating my facial eczema. I've heard sodium lauryl sulfates are rather sketchy. Is there a SLS-free shampoo you recommend? Thanks!!!
You didn't tell me if you've been seeing a dermatologist? Please, please, please get thee to one right away if you haven't. And yes, over time, the chronic steriod use (even... more What can I do about chronic eczema that's now involving my face too?Posted in Skin Care Products, Skin Care, Moisturizers, Dry Skin, 2010 on Nov 09, 2010 | Permalink I'm 28 years-old and have battled eczema since birth, mostly on my hands, the crook of my elbows, and behind my knees. Within the past few years, the eczema has appeared on my face, neck, and ears. I've been using a hydrocortisone cream, which helps a lot, but I'm worried about the long-term consequences of using such a product several times a day, especially on my face. Is there a cortisone-free product (OTC or Rx) that will do the job? Also, I'm wondering if my shampoo could be causing/exacerbating my facial eczema. I've heard sodium lauryl sulfates are rather sketchy. Is there a SLS-free shampoo you recommend? Thanks!!!
You didn't tell me if you've been seeing a dermatologist? Please, please, please get thee to one right away if you haven't. And yes, over time, the chronic steriod use (even... more What can I do about chronic eczema that's now involving my face too?Posted in Skin Care Products, Skin Care, Moisturizers, Dry Skin, 2010 on Nov 09, 2010 | Permalink I'm 28 years-old and have battled eczema since birth, mostly on my hands, the crook of my elbows, and behind my knees. Within the past few years, the eczema has appeared on my face, neck, and ears. I've been using a hydrocortisone cream, which helps a lot, but I'm worried about the long-term consequences of using such a product several times a day, especially on my face. Is there a cortisone-free product (OTC or Rx) that will do the job? Also, I'm wondering if my shampoo could be causing/exacerbating my facial eczema. I've heard sodium lauryl sulfates are rather sketchy. Is there a SLS-free shampoo you recommend? Thanks!!!
You didn't tell me if you've been seeing a dermatologist? Please, please, please get thee to one right away if you haven't. And yes, over time, the chronic steriod use (even... more Is Lac Hydrin 12% good for moisturing and also exfoliating?Posted in Skin Care Products, Skin Care, Exfoliation and Scrubs, Exfoliating, Dry Skin, Body Treatments, 2010 on Oct 17, 2010 | Permalink Is Lac Hydrin 12% good for moisturizing and also exfoliating? Can it be used daily on the face?
Thank You, Francie McPherson
Francie - you are completely cracking me up here!!!! (Francie is my absolutely wonderful mother-in-law!). You can always just call me! But to answer the question - Yes - LacHydrin 12%... more Can acne be improved with diet?Posted in Dry Skin, Body Treatments, Acne on Nov 19, 2009 | Permalink Dear Dr. Irwin:
My 16 year old daughter is starting to have acne problems on her face which includes alot of very tiny pimples on her forehead and sometimes larger pimples on her nose. She also has very bad kitosis on the backs of her arms. A dermatologist gave her slayic acid lotion for the arms. Im afraid to let her use it becuase she had the flu shot. Is this safe to use? There is no history of either of these problems in our family. What foods should she eat to improve the condition of her skin and what do you recommend that she use on her forehead and arms? Thank you. Marci Hi Marci - Lotions with salicylic acid in them have been around for more than 20 years and used for a variety of skin conditions including that problem on the back of your daughter's arms... more Dry, Itchy SkinPosted in Skin Care Products, Dry Skin on Oct 23, 2009 | Permalink my face is dry & itchy what is this from? If your face has been dry and itchy for more than a few weeks, I think you should see your primary care doctor or dermatologist. There are many different causes for dry, itchy skin but if... more |
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