There always seems to be someone on TikTok, YouTube, or Instagram showing you a multistep skincare routine they swear by. They might use expensive products like snail mucin or red-light therapy masks that allegedly hydrate your skin or help reduce fine lines. Is any of it necessary? Does any of it work? “Social media is … Read more
From laugh lines and stretch marks to acne scars and sunspots, our skin tells the story of our lives. But as time ticks on, many of search for ways to rejuvenate, refresh and maybe hit the “delete” button on a few chapters. Enter laser treatments — a noninvasive option taking the beauty world by storm, … Read more
When dermatologist Dr. Nicholas Perricone unveiled a diet he promised would act as a “three-day nutritional facelift” in his bestselling book, “The Wrinkle Cure,” he had his fair share of skepticism. Famed journalist Diane Sawyer told him she believed his “claims were overstated and that she planned to challenge [him],” Perricone recalls in his new … Read more
Is it a skincare hack or hack skincare? Tallow — rendered bovine fat — is hailed as a holy grail moisturizer and cure-all for any condition plaguing the skin. Dermatologists, however, are not so keen on the product. “I give it a thumbs down from the scientific and dermatologic perspective,” Dr. Zakia Rahman, a clinical professor … Read more
Kiss those cracked lips goodbye. Dr. Mark Strom, a New York City dermatologist, says his super simple three-step method is the key to banishing chapped lips for good, even as the dry, cold winter months descend upon us. Dr. Mark Strom shared his three-step solution for chapped lips — and the first step is to … Read more
You might want to steer clear of this TikTok trend. Beef tallow is trending once again on the video-sharing app — and not as an ingredient used for fried foods. The ingredient once used to get the golden outer crispy coating for McDonald’s fries has been touted by beauty influencers to beat acne, revive dullness … Read more
Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. Nara Smith — a model, mom and influencer who has become known for her DIY creations — has drummed up controversy with her latest concoction: homemade sunscreen. And it’s every dermatologist’s worst nightmare. Smith, who has previously made snacks including Cheez-It crackers and Snickers bars from scratch, posted a … Read more
When I was 11, my Christmas list was as simple as the latest Barbie doll or a Razor Scooter. Fast forward to today, and it seems like the wish lists of tweens are more likely to feature Drunk Elephant skincare and $100 Sephora vouchers. It’s a sign of the times, perhaps, where playing with toys … Read more
Are you washing your face enough? Dr. Sapna Palep, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Spring Street Dermatology in New York City, said this is a question that she often hears from many patients. “It’s clear there is a debate around [this] and that patients are looking for answers to this important topic,” she said. … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Following your perfect skincare routine of a creamy cleanser, tip-top serum (either niacinamide or vitamin C), lightweight eye cream and whipped moisturizer comes a prime essential: SPF. While we always have our facial sunscreens and body sunscreens at … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Like the nutrients you cosume, the ingredients you apply topically on the face matter. Alongside hyaluronic acid and retinol, a skincare ingredient we always search for is niacinamide. Sure, there’s no such thing as perfect skin but incorporating … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Eczema. Even the word sounds irritating, like an itch we want to scratch (literally). Especially so during the winter, when the cold temps have us reaching for the best dry skin products under the sun or the best … Read more