Americans only start taking their sun-related skincare seriously at age 26, according to new research. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults found that before their mid-20’s, Americans aren’t taking proper care of their skin — which might be why respondents are four times as likely to get scalded by the sun than they are to use … Read more
A 40-year-old woman says she gets IDed all the time — and puts her youthful looks down to wearing factor 50 every day for 28 years. Rosie Morrell puts on her sunscreen — which she buys from Lidl for £3.23 ($4.31) — every morning and has worn the protection, rain or shine, since she was … Read more
She’s tired of pore behavior. Dr. Azadeh Shirazi, a board-certified dermatologist based in Southern California, is sharing three skincare sins that she sees often — using too many products, skipping sun protection and copying your friend’s routine even if it’s not what’s best for you. “I see patients making these mistakes all the time,” Shirazi lamented in … Read more
A 35-year-old man has revealed his anti-aging secrets after being told by strangers they think he looks like a teenager — stay out of the sun and avoid alcohol. Brandon Miles May wears sunscreen daily, covers up his skin when he goes outside and has never touched a drop of alcohol in his life. He … Read more
New Yorkers may wait all year for sunny park days and open public pools, but there’s no denying just how hot it gets in summertime. And with all that heat comes the risk of issues like heat cramps, heat exhaustion or — perhaps worst of all — heat stroke. We spoke with Dr. Reed Caldwell, … 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
This news might put a bad taste in your mouth. Titanium dioxide, a common ingredient in sunscreen and cosmetics, can likely be found in some of your favorite foods, including various kinds of candy, gum, pre-packaged meals like frozen pizza and more. The additive — a powdery metallic compound — is used to enhance the color of … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Suntergrity is temporarily sunsetting its popular Impeccable Skin Sunscreen Foundations. The Vegas-based skincare company has voluntarily recalled nine lots of the popular skin tint after discovering traces of mold in several batches. A press release from the Food … Read more
You won’t burn after reading. With a startling number of adults confessing to never wearing sunscreen, an NYC-based board-certified dermatologist is revealing exactly how much you need to prevent sun damage. NYC-based board-certified dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe says two finger lengths of sunscreen “should cover your face, your neck and the ears for most people … Read more
They stole our thunder. New research from the global cosmetics company Clarins finds that Maine, New Hampshire and Nebraska have the best air quality for skin health, a rating that takes into account the number of good air quality days and exposure to fine-particle pollutants. New York placed ninth in the US, while Utah, California and … Read more
Shorely you can’t be serious. Just in time for Memorial Day, a board-certified Houston dermatologist is sharing five skincare no-nos for the summer. Dr. Andrea Suarez, who goes by “Dr. Dray” on TikTok, wants you to avoid boozing in the sun, applying sunscreen with poor protection, buying sunscreen with insect repellent, peeling your sunburn and … Read more
She’s just scratching the surface. Dr. Azadeh Shirazi, a board-certified dermatologist based in Southern California, is sharing the three things she would never do to her skin or hair. “Never do I Ever,” Shirazi captioned her March TikTok, which has attracted more than 37,400 views. She begins the 32-second clip by claiming to never scratch bug … Read more
Is it time to invest in your skincare now, for the future? “Collagen banking” is a term that’s growing in popularity, with some dermatologists encouraging their patients to make it their 2024 goal. “‘Collagen banking’ refers to building up your collagen levels while you’re younger and your body’s still making it so that when they … Read more
If you need more convincing to stay sun smart, look no further than this man. Leigh Raaschou was a junior lifesaver in Victoria, Australia, and worked outside most of his life and “never wore a hat, never wore sunscreen and this is the result of that”. “As you can see by the skin grafts and … Read more
From tanning bed to deathbed. A millennial obsessed with tanning feels lucky to be alive after discovering two cancerous moles — and she’s using her harrowing experience to share the risks of indoor tanning. “I’ve probably used a sunbed thousands of times in my life. It was an addiction, there’s no doubt about that,” Fionnghuala … Read more
Keith “Bang Bang” McCurdy is best known for tattooing the A-list – from Rihanna and Cara Delevingne to Justin Bieber and LeBron James. But he is now embarking on a quest to turn tattoos into medical diagnostic devices, using “Magic Ink” — a tattooing ink which can be turned on or off by being exposed … Read more
She’s a real glow-getter. UK-based skincare influencer Elle McNamara, who goes by Bambi Does Beauty online, is sharing how she makes herself look 23, not 33. She claims her five-step routine doesn’t involve Botox or fillers, but rather relies on fine-textured hydrating mists, retinol, hydrating serums, sunscreen, and double cleansing at night. In her 13-second TikTok, … Read more
It was a hot-llucination. An Australian woman is ringing the alarm after she was sunburned so badly that she hallucinated and broke out in blisters that made her look like an “alien.” “It was the worst pain I’ve ever experienced,” Cas Flynn-Troy, 22, told SWNS of the “horrible” ordeal. The smoldering incident occurred December 31 … Read more
She wants you to make better pore decisions. Board-certified NYC dermatologist Dr. Shereene Idriss is sharing five things she would never do to her skin by highlighting improper washcloth, Botox, and sunscreen practices and badmouthing certain skincare products. Her 4-minute TikTok has drawn 1.2 million views since it was posted last month. “No. 1, I … Read more
There’s a fine line when it comes to “baby Botox.” Injections, fillers, and vapes are among the sneaky culprits making Gen Z look older than millennials, experts warn, as cosmetic procedures soar among the younger generation. While it may seem like Gen Z is taking good care of themselves, practitioners aren’t so sure — in fact, … Read more