Nails Nail health: recognizing nail damage after gel or acrylic applications It started with a tiny lift near my index finger…
Skincare Daily skincare: understanding cleanser pH and the skin barrier relationship Some nights, after rinsing off the day, I notice…
Aging Aging skin: differences among retinal, bakuchiol, and other retinoid options Some nights I stand at the sink and wonder why o…
Skincare Sun protection: structure routines when combining retinoids with sunscreen The other afternoon I caught myself squinting at…
Cosmetic Cosmetic dermatology: how common laser types work and typical recovery windows Some topics only click after I hear a real perso…
Cosmetic Cosmetic dermatology: considerations for bruising and swelling with fillers I didn’t set out to become the friend who collec…
Acne Acne and oily skin: structure a post-workout routine for sweat and sebum The other evening I walked out of the gym with t…
Cancer Skin cancer screening: methods to record mole changes in size and color I didn’t set out to become “the person who photo…
Acne Acne and oily skin: cleansing sequence and towel hygiene to reduce shine By midafternoon my T-zone used to flash like a t…
Aging Aging skin: roles of eye creams versus facial moisturizers explained It started with an unflattering elevator selfie …
Infections Skin infections: differences between suspected herpes blisters and dry lips The first cold wind of the season always sneaks …
Cosmetic Cosmetic dermatology: differences between chemical peels and exfoliation care It started with a quiet moment in front of my ba…
Acne Acne and oily skin: distinguish folliculitis from acne and review shaving habits The bumps on my jawline first showed up after a …
Cosmetic Cosmetic dermatology: Botox versus fillers purposes and consult questions Between coffee #2 and a stubborn Zoom wrinkle th…
Psoriasis Psoriasis: observation points for potential connections with joint symptoms I didn’t set out to become a detective of aches …
Cancer Skin cancer screening: understand the ABCDE framework for self-checks Last weekend I traced a tiny dot on my forearm w…
Acne Acne and oily skin: reading U.S. labels for benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid Some labels feel like a foreign language. Last w…