By: Dr. Corey Hartman, Skin Wellness Dermatology We demand a lot from our skin. It needs to be tough but soft. It should be smooth and protective. But between what we need our skin to do and how we’d like it to feel, we may be demanding too much of our largest organ without providing it with the support it needs. Sometimes our skin can’t keep up. When we grow or slim down faster than our skin, stretch marks often develop. In periods of rapid change such as pregnancy, drastic weight gain/loss, or even growth spurts in adolescence, the skin compensates as best it can. Stretch marks, though harmless, can… read more

By: Dr. Corey Hartman, Skin Wellness Dermatology For years now, “volume” has been the name of the game in the ever-escalating pursuit of bigger, fuller lips. In cosmetic dermatology clinics around the world, patients are seeking every advantage they can find in achieving the sexiest, poutiest lips possible. But volume, as it turns out, may not be everything. In exploring every avenue for lip fulfillment, a new option has risen in popularity alongside traditional fillers. This new trend—appropriately dubbed the Botox Lip Flip—is flipping the lip world upside down! What is the Botox Lip Flip? Traditionally, those seeking fuller lips have turned to hyaluronic acid-based fillers such as Juvéderm Volbella,… read more

The Huda Beauty founder has tried treatments, supplements, and tools to tackle her hair loss, which she started experiencing a few years ago. Here, she breaks down her full journey. By Dianna Mazzone May 16, 2021 OCTOBER 2019 I started noticing hair loss in my early 20s, at the front. I was constantly trying to cover it up. I can’t tell you how many times I put eye shadow on my scalp. It was scary to admit that I was losing hair. I got it under control by adjusting my hair-care routine to be super-gentle — using hydrating skin-care serums on my scalp, even rinsing with bottled water when I… read more

The must-have SPF for your daily skincare routine—all the protection with none of the dreaded white cast. By Lauren Tappan May 11, 2021 The season of warm weather is swiftly approaching, which inevitably means that many of us will find ourselves basking in the hot sun, enjoying long walks outdoors, and daydreaming by the pool. Since we’ve had to remain indoors for the majority of this past year, taking some time to stop and smell the roses seems more appealing than ever. While we indulge in the joy of these summertime activities, we should also remember to incorporate sunscreen into our daily skincare routines— and this fundamental rule applies to… read more

Because retinol is just the tip of the iceberg… By Jenna Igneri 5.12.2021 Not many skin care ingredients are as highly regarded by dermatologists and estheticians as retinol, or more specifically, retinoids. Most skin care professionals will tell you to start using these vitamin A derivatives by the time you hit your mid-twenties, as they address a range of skin concerns and can be beneficial for most people, whether you’re fighting persistent acne or looking to delay the tell-tale signs of aging like dark spots, fine lines, crepey skin and more. Available in many forms, retinoids range from potent prescription medications to over-the-counter skin care products you can snag at… read more

By: Dr. Corey Hartman, Skin Wellness Dermatology The human face is the most human thing about us. Humans have been designed to recognize countless facial features and to associate those features with the person in question. But time plays tricks on us all. Sun exposure and the consequences of natural aging create fine wrinkles, loose skin along the chin and jaw, bags beneath our eyes, and a host of other issues. There is good news, however. For nearly every wrinkle and pinch of loose skin, an option exists for rejuvenating your face and achieving a more robust, youthful appearance! You can find each of these magnificent procedures available at Skin… read more

The skin benefits of sulfur are often overshadowed by its rather… stinky reputation. But we suspect you’ll quickly get over the smell when you learn what this ingredient can do to help fight acne. (Special thanks to Dermatologist Corey L. Hartman) Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-inside-story-sulfur/id1531535720?i=1000520021653. 

by Sarah Yang May 1, 2021 Turning 30 is a momentous occasion, whether you have good feelings about it or not. For me, when I turned 30, it was definitely a balancing act with my emotions. On one hand, I was really excited to enter a new decade of my life, and I did feel a lot wiser and more confident. But on the other hand, I dealt with a few existential crises here and there. For a lot of people, one “fun” thing that happens when you turn 30 is you start to notice some changes in your body. You’re not quite “old” by any means, but you do start to feel your… read more

Hundreds of thousands of hair products on Amazon, and nothing compares to this one. By Rachel Nussbaum Apr 14, 2021 @ 11:00 pm For all the ingenious detangling hair tools in the world, there’s not much that can beat an excellent conditioner for keeping hair breakage and shedding to a minimum. After trying what seems like every in-shower comb on the market, I’ve concluded that Remington’s Electric Detangling Brush is the be-all, end-all of the first category — and according to wildly happy Amazon shoppers, Carol’s Daughter Goddess Strength conditioner is the star of the second. There are over 9,000 hair conditioners on Amazon, which can make any search for… read more

Purging is expected, but peeling is not. Courtney Leiva Apr 28, 2021 @ 3:39 pm Before and after retinoid selfies are our true Achilles heel, as these jaw-dropping photos demonstrate just how powerful this miracle worker is.  However, while retinoids smooth skin and reduce breakouts over time, the early stages of using this active ingredient aren’t all sunshine and rainbows. On the contrary, many retinoid users have dubbed this hectic period as “the retinoid uglies,” or retinol side effects. This awkward and frustrating phase usually involves some unsettling skin changes including purging (aka more breakouts), mild dryness, and flaking. Sigh. Thankfully, these regular side effects pass after continuous use of… read more