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fayne freyFayne 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.

A Dermatologist’s 7 Top Tips to Treat Dry Winter Skin

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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

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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

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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

Do You Have Skin Tags? Should You Remove them?

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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.

The Essence of Serums; It’s Not Science, It’s Sales

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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

Do I Need to Detox My Skin?

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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

Face Facts: What’s Up With Anti-Wrinkle Creams?

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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

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