Learn about your skin
The Basic Structure of Skin, Hair, and Nails
Dr Ilyas discusses the basic structure of the skin.
Expired beauty products
With expired skincare products, the most likely scenario to encounter with expired products is decreased effectiveness. The most consequential in this category could be expired sunscreen. With expired sunscreen use, there is a risk of decreased effectiveness and a false sense of security when exposed to UV.
Tattoos | How to prepare, cover, and remove
Learn about how to prepare for a tattoo, cover a tattoo, and remove a tattoo
Gel manicures | Are these safe?
Learn about gel manicures and whether the UV light is safe
Spot Correctors : One size does not fit all
The key to managing hyperpigmentation or dark spots is to understand that not all discoloration is the same.
Rosacea | A complete guide to understanding your skin
Learn more about Rosacea and navigate your options
Antiperspirants and Deodorants | Understand the difference
Learn about aluminum based antiperspirants
Tanning Nasal Sprays | What you need to know
Although Melanotan has been associated with increasing the tendency to tan, it has also been associated with increases in dysplastic nevi, melanoma, and has even been linked to priapism, painful persistent erection.
Which sunscreen is safe to use?
After sending our research interns out to all of our local stores, we determined which sunscreens are the best to use.
Lip plumpers
Lip plumper glosses are effective for all skin and lip types based on how they work. They create a ‘plump’ effect by swelling the lips by irritating them with certain ingredients. The thin skin of the lips is very susceptible to irritation and will swell temporarily in response.
Bed Sheets | A complete guide to choosing bed sheets with your skin in mind
Have you ever given much thought to the role bedsheets play in your skincare routine? Consider this: Your skin is in direct contact with these sheets for hours on end. Perhaps even as much as a third of your life, or even more! Understanding your options from the perspective of skincare as well as implications for skin care products you may apply and clothing you may wear to bed is important.