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
Skin Care Truths
Fayne Frey, M.D., is a board-certified clinical and surgical dermatologist practicing in West Nyack, New York, where she specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer. She is a nationally recognized expert in the effectiveness and formulation of over-the-counter skincare products, and, as a speaker, has captivated audiences with her wry observations regarding the skincare industry. She has consulted for numerous media outlets, including NBC, USA Today, and, the Huffington Post, and has shared her expertise on both cable and major TV outlets. Dr. Frey is the Founder of FryFace.com, an educational skincare information and product selection service website that clarifies and simplifies the overwhelming choice of effective, safe and affordable products encountered in the skincare aisles. Dr. Frey is a fellow of both the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
Making the Case for Inexpensive Skincare Products: Real Life Experiences
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?
A Board Certified Dermatologist Calls B.S. on the 10 Step Korean Skincare Process
by Fayne Frey, M.D. I am a board certified dermatologist with almost 30 years of experience. I field questions from patients almost daily about what their skincare routine should look like. Sometimes I'm asked about specific routines boldly advertised in the media and by self proclaimed "skincare experts". The latest buzz
How Do I Get Rid of Age Spots and Avoid Getting More?
Author: Dr. Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist 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 a lifetime of being exposed to the
Stem Cells: The Hottest Trend in Skincare Today
Skin Care Products: False Claims and Broken Promises at Your Expense
Dermatologist’s Top Tips to Treat Dry, Itchy Winter Skin
Author: Fayne Frey, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist 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 skin in winter. Here are some good tips to help protect your skin. First, understand why you may have
Skincare Products You’d Want if Stranded on a Desert Island
Author: Fayne Frey,MD Board Certified Dermatologist Let’s pretend you’re stuck on a desert island. Your personal genie will grant you only one skincare product. What do you wish for? The answer is SUNSCREEN. Sunscreen is undeniably the single most effective skincare product for preventing the changes in skin associated with aging, dark spots, fine
How Do I Know if I Have Skin Cancer?
Do You Exfoliate? I Don’t
Face Facts: What’s Up With Anti-Wrinkle Creams?
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
5½ Personal Skincare Habits from a 50+ Dermatologist
by Fayne Frey, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist of fryface.com You may be one of the lucky ones who inherited “good skin genes.” If not, plenty of studies consistently prove the benefits of good personal skincare habits. Below are the personal habits this dermatologist incorporates daily. Things I do daily to keep my
Are “Natural” Skincare Products Really Better?
High SPF’s Capture our Attention – But Do We Need Them?
Author, Fayne Frey, MD Yes, we need them! The higher the SPF (Sun Protection Factor), the more sunburn protection the sunscreen provides. It’s that simple. SPF is the amount of energy (ultraviolet light) that is necessary to cause sunburn on protected skin (with sunscreen) in relation to the amount of energy
Do I need a silk pillowcase? (and other interesting skincare questions)
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 I’ve
