Exfoliation | Your complete guide
Exfoliants are meant to help remove the accumulation of superficial skin cells, keratin, and sebum from the skin. Read more... Topics...
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Erum Ilyas, MD, MBE, FAAD
Board Certified Dermatologist | CEO | QVC Spokeswoman | Functional Textile Expert | Bioethicist | Educator | Author | Mom
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Feb 4
- 1 min
Common home remedies used for skincare by patients
There are a number of home remedies my patients have confessed to address their skin. Read more... Topics Apple cider vinegar Toothpaste...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Feb 4
- 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
- Feb 3
- 5 min
Hyaluronic Acid | Your guide to understanding this skincare ingredient
Topical formulations of HA are seen for anti-wrinkle creams and skin hydration. Read more... Topics What is Hyaluronic Acid (HA)? What...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Feb 1
- 5 min
Makeup Removal | From daily tips to special occasions
Makeup removal does not necessarily require special products to remove depending on the types and quantities of products used. Read...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jan 29
- 2 min
Product Claims | "will appear" vs "will have"
Can you tell the difference between those two lines? To be able to spot the difference between these two claims is important as it can...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jan 29
- 2 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
- Dec 26, 2022
- 2 min
CBD Skin Care Products
Cannabis sativa has known anti-inflammatory properties. Read more... Topics What does CBD stand for? What is CBD used for in Dermatology?...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 25, 2022
- 8 min
Face oils
The main role that face oils play in our skincare routine is to add hydration. Read more... Topics What role do face oils play in a...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 24, 2022
- 2 min
Black Licorice
Black licorice consumption has been associated with affecting clotting and potassium levels. Read more... Topics What is black licorice?...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 21, 2022
- 8 min
Makeup with Skin Care Benefits
Understanding what each product does and the “buzz words” on packages can help avoid making decisions on products that deliver more than...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 17, 2022
- 1 min
Resveratrol
Resveratrol is a unique botanical antioxidant in that it has been shown to both directly search out damaging free radicals and also...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 16, 2022
- 4 min
Expired beauty products
Given the fact that beauty products are at risk for contamination, consider the location the product is used and the risks associated...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 16, 2022
- 2 min
Product Claims | ‘Maximum Strength’ vs ‘Clinical Strength’
When you see these claims on the side of a package, they likely give the impression that the product you are looking at means business....
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 13, 2022
- 2 min
Charcoal
Charcoal has become a popular ingredient for products to include when targeting excess oil or impurities. Read more... Topics What is...
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