Retinol is a skincare ingredient used to turn back the clock, slow down skin aging, and improve skin’s tone and texture. Unfortunately, retinol can be harsh, causing dryness and irritation. For many people, using the retinol sandwich method alleviates potential discomfort. This application method reduces the adverse effects of retinol, allowing people to enjoy the benefits of retinol use without...

Acne is one of the most common skin conditions. Breakouts may be mild with few blemishes, severe with cysts and nodules, or somewhere between these two extremes. Regardless of what type of acne you’re dealing with, the best way to prevent and manage acne breakouts is with a consistent skincare routine. In this blog, we discuss how to treat acne...

Growth factors are the latest skincare craze. Face masks, serums, moisturizers, and other skincare products are advertising growth factors that will transform your skin, but do they actually do anything for your skin’s health and appearance? When high-quality growth factor skincare products are used correctly, they can lead to significant improvement in skin’s health and appearance. However, it’s important to...

Skin is the body’s largest organ. Many people don’t realize skin is an organ or that is hard at work keeping our bodies healthy. The function of other organs like the heart and lungs is more obvious, but skin is also an essential organ that keeps us looking and feeling our best. The skin microbiome is an integral component to...

Collagen is essential to our skin, hair, and whole body. It creates structure, smooths skin, and strengthens tissues. When we’re young, our bodies produce collagen quickly and in abundance. With age, collagen production slows, and reduced collagen levels are often most noticeable on the skin. If you’re noticing signs of collagen loss, taking a supplement may be a good option...

With the warm summer rays here to stay for the foreseeable future, sunscreen application is more important than ever. Whether you’re only outside to walk to your car and drive to your air-conditioned destination or you love spending the whole day in the summer sun, applying a good sunblock should be part of your daily routine. Many people find sunscreens...

“Crepey” is a descriptive term used for skin that has a loose, softened texture similar to crepe paper, which is used to make party streamers. While crepey skin can develop on any part of the body, the neck is often the first and most noticeable place that crepey skin appears. While the term crepey is accurate, it’s not altogether very...

Melasma and other forms of skin hyperpigmentation are extremely common. While these skin conditions aren’t serious health concerns, they can affect self-confidence. Even though many of those impacted by melasma and hyperpigmentation believe that hyperpigmentation is just something they have to live with, there are actually numerous, over-the-counter skincare products that diminish the appearance of melasma. In this blog, we’ll...

At Derm Skincare, we are dedicated to providing our clients high-quality skincare products dermatologists trust to deliver exceptional results. Our dermatologists also know that many of our patients want to participate in the latest skincare trends. While we don’t always get on board with every skincare product or tip burning its way through social media, there are some that can...

Managing acne breakouts can be stressful, painful, and even embarrassing for those who struggle with acne. For many, once the acne breakout clears up, their skin struggles are just beginning. Hyperpigmentation and scarring after acne breakouts are relatively common side effects that make a short-term flareup in this skin condition a long-term concern. In this blog, we’ll review the types...