When Should I Start Using Anti-Aging Skincare Products? All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 06/05/202206/10/2022 by Fayne Frey Anti-Aging Skincare: When Should I Start? The answer to that question depends on what you mean by “anti-aging” products. Anti-aging skincare products: moisturizers Are you talking about the hundreds, if not thousands, of moisturizers on the market that contain minuscule amounts of a particular “marketing” ingredient, like Vitamin C, Vitamin E,
The Essence of Serums; It’s Not Science, It’s Sales Coronavirus Skin Care Truths 06/01/202206/02/2022 By Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist Our society values youth... Many people remain committed to their skincare routines even in the midst of a recession. Personal appearance remains a priority. Since people still spend a lot of money on skincare regardless, cosmetic companies continue to aggressively market their products that promise brighter, younger
Do You Have Skin Tags? Should You Remove them? All Trending Articles Skin Care Truths 05/18/202205/21/2022 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.
High SPF’s Capture our Attention – But Do We Need Them? All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 05/02/202205/03/2022 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 Have Skin Cancer? How and Why to Find It Early All Trending Articles Health 04/01/202204/05/2022 by Fayne Frey, MD Do I have skin cancer? This question is the one people ask me most frequently outside the office. I hear it from family, friends, acquaintances, even total strangers. All the time. For example, someone approached me not too long ago at a small birthday gathering. It was a
Do You Wash Your Face Before or After You Shower? Notes From a Dermatologist All Trending Articles Skin Care Truths 03/11/202203/12/2022 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
Skincare Products You’d Want if Stranded on a Desert Island All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 03/07/202206/05/2022 Author: Fayne Frey,MD, Board Certified Dermatologist SKINCARE TIPS 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
One Cream, Two Cream, Old Cream, New Cream All Trending Articles Skin Care Truths 02/23/202202/23/2022 poem by Fayne Frey, MD Note from the publisher, Leslie Farin: In honor of Dr. Seuss, to celebrate his birthday (March 2nd), our very own Dr. Frey of FryFace, wrote a "Suess-like" poem to highlight her beliefs about aging and the skincare industry. In a nutshell, Dr. Frey wants you to understand
5½ Personal Skincare Habits from a 50+ Dermatologist All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 02/05/202202/17/2022 by Fayne Frey, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist and founder of fryface.com Dermatologist Recommended Skincare Tips 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
6 Dermatologist Approved Tips for Dry, Cracked Heels All Trending Articles Skin Care Truths 01/13/202201/17/2022 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
The “Not So Natural” 100% Natural Sunscreen All Trending Articles Skin Care Truths 12/08/202112/09/2021 51064
Skin Care Products: False Claims and Broken Promises at Your Expense Health Skin Care Truths 10/27/202110/29/2021 originally posted April 16, 2019 updated October 27, 2021 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 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
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
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
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
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.
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
