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Go bananas for your skin!
Bananas Bananas are not only a great way to sweeten a dessert or thicken a cake or pancake batter, they are also a key source of many nutrients, especially vitamin...
Moisturizers : Ingredients to look for
When looking for a moisturizer, consider looking for these ingredients to see if some of these are present to help your skin look and feel more hydrated. Hyaluronic acid tops the...
Niacinamide + Vitamin C ?
Yes, it is considered safe to use Vitamin C and Niacinamide together in the same product or applied at the same time as a part of your skin care routine....
Maskne : It's a thing.
When talking and breathing with a mask in place, there is a good amount of humidity that builds up between your mouth and the mask. The heat and humidity concentrated...
Lice: Dr Ilyas talks to Single Care about when to see a doctor
This is a great question because of just how common lice can be. The vast majority of cases of lice are likely managed by school nurses or pediatricians simply because...
Do we need to use soap every day?
The question about the need to shower daily keeps coming up lately amongst my #workfromhome patients. The need for soap and when to use it and how to balance stripping...
Skin care for Men
Many of my male patients will not always know if certain skin care products are ok for them to use only because they are not necessarily marketed to them. Skin...
Face mask: Fit matters
Dr Erum Ilyas discusses mask fit and materials with HealthLine. Read more at HealthLine “If everyone is wearing a mask, there will be less viral particles potentially aerosolized in the...
Jade rollers
There are some interesting benefits to using these rollers. Be careful though – there are a lot of cheaper versions of these that may just have green glass on a...
AmberNoon names ‘Best Clothing Line 2020’ by Philadelphia Magazine
We are so humbled to be named the Best Clothing Line for 2020 by Philadelphia Magazine. As the ‘Best Good-for-you Clothing’ we feel that our message is really being heard-...
Going for a walk?
Thank you to Hello Giggles for the opportunity to share my favorite past time during quarantine! Don’t forget sun safety while out!
Dr Ilyas discusses how to wash your face mask with Romper
Now that we officially have a new addition to our wardrobe, learn more about how to wash it! Remember, do not overthink this! If you use strong chemicals...
COVID 19 UPDATE
COVID 19 UPDATE AS A PHYSICIAN AND A FUNCTIONAL TEXTILE EXPERT, PLEASE REMEMBER THAT MOST TEXTILES CAN ONLY BLOCK ABOUT 50-60% OF VIRAL PARTICLES- EVEN IF THE FABRIC IS DOUBLED. ...
Tips on how to avoid ‘hat head’
As I preach about sun safety day in and day out, the one area that clearly needs some attention is the scalp. It seems so obvious to just wear a...
Wellness Fashion... it’s time to complete your wellness story
Thank you to Oberlo for highlighting Ambernoon- read more!!
Sun poisoning
“Sun Poisoning” is technically not a medical term. It is a common way for patients to describe a scenario where a person experiences a severe sun burn through UV radiation...
Do you know which sunscreen is safe to use?
Last week’s study on sunscreen safety has many of my patients asking which sunscreen is ok to use!?! For those that did not catch last week’s news, another study came...
Sunscreen Safety
Many of our customers saw the recent news that another study came out evaluating the absorption of chemical sunscreens into our bloodstream after just one day of use. Dr Erum...
Dr ILYAS discusses cartilage piercing with InStyle!
Read more at InStyle as Dr ILYAS discusses cartilage piercing...
Sun safety trends 2020
Read more about Sun safety trends for 2020 at Dr ILYAS’ blog!
The need for year round sunscreen
Read more as Dr ILYAS discusses year round sunscreen with Total Beauty... The effects of daily, chronic cumulative UV damage can not only result in an increased rate of skin...
Dermatology as a career
Read more as Dr ILYAS discusses dermatology as a career with Health eCareers
What is
Dermatology?
1
Skin
There is a complex interaction between your skin, your body and the environment. Skin can be a reflection of your internal health as well as be impacted by the environment around you.
2
Hair
Hair by its growth, texture, and appearance, can also be a reflection of internal health as well as impacted by the environment around you.
3
Nails
Nails are not just cosmetic. They are reflection of our internal health and can give a glimpse to underlying health disorders. Practically speaking they can be a source of frustration if they do not grow appropriately.
Common Skin Topics
What is a
Board Certified Dermatologist
To become a Dermatologist takes years of education.
After High School. there is 4 years of College, then 4 years of Medical School, a year long internship then 3 years of intensive study of Dermatology.
It is considered one of the most competitive medical subspecialties to pursue.
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