Astaxanthin in Skincare
The antioxidant effect of astaxanthin is as much as 1000 times higher than coenzyme Q10. It is thought to help as a supplement for...
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Erum Ilyas, MD, MBE, FAAD
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Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Nov 9
- 5 min
How to shop for retinol
If you are just starting on a retinol product, I recommend starting with brands found at the drugstore. The reason is simple. These...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Nov 4
- 5 min
Night Creams | How to choose a Retinol
Nighttime is the best opportunity to help your skin repair itself from the damage it sees during the day from UV rays and free radicals...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 29
- 8 min
Retinol | What's in your anti-aging products
Retinol gets a lot of love in the over-the-counter anti-aging skincare product world. Retinol itself is a form of vitamin A found in...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 21
- 3 min
Antioxidants in Photoprotection
In some ways, you can think about safe sun protection similar to sex education. In other words, abstinence or avoiding the sun and photo...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 2
- 3 min
Botox During Pregnancy
Botox has many medical and cosmetic uses. With the current data available, Botox is considered category C during pregnancy. The...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 2
- 4 min
Photocarcinogenesis | Light-induced cancer development
Breaking down this word is “photo” meaning light-induced, “carcino-” meaning cancer, and “genesis” meaning origin or development. ...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Aug 29
- 4 min
Droopy Eyelids | Anti-aging for Dermatochalasis of the upper eyelid
Droopy eyelids, also referred to as heavy eyelids or dermatochalasis of the upper eyelid, is a common change to see in the eyelid skin as...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Aug 13
- 4 min
Forehead | Pigment, wrinkles, inflammation, dryness, pores & laxity
A lot can go on with the forehead. Some of the changes our forehead experiences as we age are anticipated, while others did not have to...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jul 22
- 14 min
Natural vs Premature Aging of the Skin | What does "anti-aging" mean to you?
The conversation on the aging of the skin needs a little direction so that your roadmap for finding solutions will actually make a...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jun 28
- 2 min
Peptides in Skincare
It is so hard to say if peptides in skincare are worth the cost simply because very few products disclose the precise peptides used and...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jun 4
- 6 min
Morning SPF | Sunscreen in your am skincare routine
Aside from protecting our skin from premature aging and skin cancer, choosing the right sunscreen can play a role in reducing the...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Feb 3
- 3 min
Do I need to use a serum?
Serums are lightweight products that do not have the thickness or greasiness of a cream or lotion. Read more... Topics What is a serum?...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jan 8
- 2 min
Frownies
Frownies, or at least the concept behind the use of a facial adhesive patch to restrict facial movements, is not a new concept. Read...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 28, 2022
- 4 min
Body Treatments by Concern
So much skincare media is focused on the face but what about the body? After all, we only see our faces when we look in the mirror or...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 17, 2022
- 2 min
"I turned 40 and my skin just changed!"
As we get older, each decade can bring about some skin changes- some associated with genetics, some with hormones, and some with the...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 17, 2022
- 2 min
Anti Aging Face Masks
Using an overnight face mask is a way to get a little more out of your skincare routine. Read more... Topics Why should one use a mask to...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 14, 2022
- 4 min
Peel Off Masks
It’s worth noting that there are 4 different types of facial masks with peel-off masks demonstrating improved hydration of the skin...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Nov 7, 2022
- 4 min
Body Surface Area and Sun Protective Clothing
We continue to research and study the benefits of UPF clothing. Read more... Topics Why did I get a sunburn when I wore sunscreen and had...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Nov 4, 2022
- 6 min
Planning a Wedding? Skincare planning starts well in advance
Preparing your skin for your wedding day needs to start as early as possible. Read more... Topics What are the skincare biggest...
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