For very oily, African American skin, what products would help?
Oil is tough because it’s to a large extent controlled by our hormones. The nice thing about oily skin is that it tends to wrinkle less. The frustrating thing about...
Which sunscreens are good for acne and how can I tell if a product is…
Thank you! And thank you for the good questions. Sunscreen for Acne: On the first one, try to find sunscreens that say noncomedogenic (won’t make any worse) on the label...
For scars – a chemical burn scar or other scars, would a peel or CO2…
For scar tissue, there is a lot of data now showing that fractional CO2 lasers and even some fractional erbium lasers consistently get the best results. Find an expert laser...
Acne and over 40 skin – what are the options?
Agata, thank you for writing and also for being an oncology nurse which is a very important and tough job. You can make a difference in people’s lives every day....
Acne scarring? What is the best option?
Hi Makdad, this is a frustrating problem, isn’t it? There are lots of good options for acne scarring now but not all of them are available everywhere. Learn more information...
My daughter has white acne scars on her face and chest. What is the best…
In the short term, not tanning will help these blend better, so an SPF 30 sunscreen with at least 5-10% zinc is very helpful. Use the ones formulated for acne...
What is better for acne scars Fraxel 1550 OR Dual Fraxel 1550/1927.
If you don’t have a pigment problem, the 1550 nm. The 1927 nm wavelength was a wonderful addition and is used for pigment. The Fraxel Dual laser is a beautifully...
Do I need to use a sunscreen every morning when using this product?
So….. for the first question, they will make you just slightly more sun sensitive because they thin the outer dead layer (stratum corneum) a little. It’s similar to the way...
Should I go to a cosmetic plastic surgeon, a dermatologist or spa for acne scars…
I’m glad you asked this as there seems to be a lot of confusion on this issue. A cosmetically oriented dermatologist is best for acne scars, pigmentation problems and...
How to treat acne in a 13 year old?
As puberty is tending to start earlier in some countries, including the U.S., acne is also beginning at younger ages. This is a great time to start her on a...
