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Dry lips are one of the most irritating things about winter. The combo of dry air inside and outside can cause lips to start to flake and peel. Nasal stuffiness from viruses doesn’t help as it increases mouth breathing at night which can further dry your lips. Lips don’t have oil glands so they get […]

• Posted on: Feb 26 2023
• By: editor

This Winter in New York City has turned cold leading the dermatology visits for dry skin.  Below we cover some tips. We start out by defining terms used to describe a moisturizer and give product recommendations.    What are the differences between Moisturizer, lotion and cream?  Lotion and creams are both Moisturizers.  The meaning of […]

• Posted on: Jan 11 2022
• By: editor

1.       What is Accutane? Accutane also known as isotretinoin is a synthetic retinoid, derived from vitamin A   a class of chemical found naturally in the body.  They were discovered in the 1950’s 2.       How does Accutane work to get rid of acne? Accutane is thought to benefit acne through multiple pathywys. It causes sebaceous gland to shrink.  […]

• Posted on: Feb 12 2024
• By: editor