Do I need a silk pillowcase? (and other interesting skincare questions) All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 09/13/202109/13/2021 By Fayne Frey, MD, Board-Certified Clinical and Surgical Dermatologist I absolutely love my work as a dermatologist. Sharing my knowledge and experience with patients, friends and family makes me happy. I hear questions on a wide range of skincare related topics, but I get a few more often than others. Below are
The Truth About Formaldehyde in Shampoo and Skincare Products Skin Care Truths 09/05/202109/06/2021 by Fayne Frey, M.D., Board Certified Dermatologist "Does formaldehyde cause cancer?" The answer is yes, and many people have concerns. For example, a 32 year old young mom, Erica, recently visited my office with her 3 month old daughter. Concerned about the scales on her infant's scalp, she asked, “I tried baby
DIY Sunscreen – Why Dermatologists Recommend You DON’T Try This At Home All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 07/30/202108/02/2021 by Dr. Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist Mixed messages... Sunscreen. We know we need it. Experts tell us it protects us from skin cancer, particularly malignant melanoma, the deadliest form. They also say it prevents skin aging (wrinkles). At the same time, we hear frequent reports in the media that sunscreen contains
Face Facts: What’s Up With Anti-Wrinkle Creams? All Trending Articles Skin Care Truths 07/10/202107/29/2021 by Fayne Frey, MD ,Board-certified clinical and surgical dermatologist Patients ask me daily if anti-wrinkle creams work. If the question they are really asking is if the aging process can be reversed, the answer is no. Anti-wrinkle creams cannot change the anatomy of skin to erase wrinkles. Let’s rephrase the question. “Can anti-wrinkle
Are “Natural” Skincare Products Really Better? All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 07/09/202107/27/2021 By Dr. Fayne Frey, M.D, Board Certified Dermatologist Are you drawn to natural skincare products? Jenna Smith (not her real name) came to my office one day with her face red, swollen, and about the size of a basketball. She could hardly see due to the swelling that forced her eyes almost
How Do I Get Rid of Age Spots and Avoid Getting More? All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 06/02/202106/03/2021 Author: Dr. Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist originally posted: 7.1.2021 updated 6.2.2021 Concerned about age spots? Does an unsettling image of your mother or grandmother pop into your mind when someone mentions age spots? Perhaps you've noticed a small brown pigmented spot on your own cheek or on the back of your hand. After
Do You Wash Your Face Before or After You Shower? Notes From a Dermatologist All Trending Articles Skin Care Truths 05/31/202109/06/2021 by Fayne Frey, MD The order of things We all have our routines. Some of us are more flexible than others, but most of us have specific habits we repeat daily. Think about these two examples; Do you put on your pants or your socks first? And do you wash your face
The Skinny on Cellulite – What Causes It and How Do I Get Rid of It? All Trending Articles Skin Care Truths 03/21/202104/01/2021 by Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist The complicated relationship we have with our cellulite If cellulite bothers you, you are not alone. Many of my patients worry about putting on shorts and swimsuits as summer approaches. They ask me how to get rid of the unattractive orange-peel textured skin on their
A Dermatologist’s 7 Top Tips to Treat Dry Winter Skin Health Skin Care Truths 02/07/202102/07/2021 Author: Fayne Frey, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist originally posted 1/5/2019 updated 2/7/2021 Dry itchy skin during the colder months? Is your skin drier in the winter than during other seasons? You’re not alone. Cold air, strong winds, and other seasonal factors often lead to dry winter skin. It's important to first understand why you have
6 Dermatologist Approved Tips for Dry, Cracked Heels Skin Care Truths 01/22/202101/25/2021 by Fayne Frey, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist You may enjoy the winter, but it's not great for skin Winter can be beautiful, especially in the Northeast. Think about the white covered mountains, translucent icicles sparkling in the trees, and snow angels embedded in lawns next to adorable snowmen. Even Texas had a
Let’s Be Accurate: Moisturizers Don’t Add Water to the Skin Skin Care Truths 12/24/202012/25/2020 originally posted 11/25/2019 updated 12/24/2020 By Fayne Frey, MD - Board Certified Dermatologist What is the purpose of moisturizer? Some of my patients seem to think our skin absorbs water from moisturizers. The reality is moisturizers help skin stay moist by providing an environment that minimizes water loss from the skin. Things aren't always what
Why This Board Certified Dermatologist Doesn’t Buy Expensive Skincare Products Skin Care Truths 11/30/202011/30/2020 by Dr. Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist Are you a collector? Some people like to collect stamps. Others squirrel away stacks of comic books or coins. I have a good friend who accumulates shoes. I collect guitars. As a dermatologist, I encounter a lot of women that collect skincare products. Do you
Do You Exfoliate? Why This Board Certified Dermatologist Does Not All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 09/14/202009/14/2020 By Dr. Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist originally posted October 3, 2018 updated September 14, 2020 The truth is, I don’t exfoliate. Why should I? Exfoliating the skin may remove some dirt and dead surface skin, but is it good for me? I have healthy skin and intend to keep it that way.
Skin Care Products: False Claims and Broken Promises at Your Expense Health Skin Care Truths 09/01/202009/01/2020 originally posted April 16, 2019 updated September 1, 2020 by Fayne Frey, M.D. If the promises sound too good to be true, they probably are just that - too good to be true. Most of us were victims of deceptive marketing strategies from cosmetic companies at one time or another. The labels boast youthful
Do You Have Skin Tags? Should You Remove them? Skin Care Truths 08/23/202008/24/2020 by Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist Do you have skin tags? You know, those fleshy small growths that dangle from your skin. Almost 50% of adults develop at least one skin tag during their lives. You can find them anytime, generally between ages 20-70, but they usually appear after age 50.
Why is Hair Growing There and How Can I Get Rid of It? All Trending Articles Skin Care Truths 06/13/202008/23/2020 by Fayne Frey, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist My patients complain often about body hairs sprouting in places they don't want them. Dark hairs on their chins seem to cause particular distress, but excessive hair growth above their lips and on their cheeks also upsets them. If you are a post menopausal
The Essence of Serums; It’s Not Science, It’s Sales Coronavirus Skin Care Truths 04/23/202004/23/2020 By Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist Our society values youth... Though life in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic looks very different today than a month ago, some people remain committed to their skincare routines. They still spend money on their appearance, even in a bad economy. As a result, cosmetic companies continue
Winter Dry Skin: 6 Expert Tips for Winter Skincare All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 01/17/202001/24/2020 by Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist I hate my winter dry skin. When the weather is cold and the air is dry, I find flakes of skin all over the place. They're on my sheets, attached to the inside of my clothes, on the floor. And the drier the air, the
Making the Case for Inexpensive Skincare Products: Real Life Experiences All Trending Articles Skin Care Truths 01/09/202007/10/2020 by Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist Skincare Products: Expensive Does Not Mean Better On a daily basis, my female patients talk to me about the enormous amounts of money they spend on "essential" skincare products. They clearly believe these "magic potions" reverse the signs of aging on their faces. After almost 30
Do I Need to Detox My Skin? All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 10/28/201911/12/2019 by Fayne Frey, M.D., Board Certified Dermatologist People ask me all the time why they need to detox their skin. My answer? You don't. Where in the world did the idea that one can detox their skin originate? If you do a quick search on the web, you will find thousands
