Towels & Skincare | How to choose a towel with skin in mind
The ideal bath towels for skincare quickly absorb moisture, are soft against the skin while still retaining a texture to provide a...
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Erum Ilyas, MD, MBE, FAAD
Board Certified Dermatologist | CEO | Functional Textile Expert | Bioethicist | Educator | Author | Mom
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Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jul 22
- 1 min
MEDICAL PUBLICATION | The Impact of Routine Laundering on Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) Values
Read more about the latest research in sun-protective textiles from Dr. Erum Ilyas and her team...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jul 3
- 3 min
Sunscreen That Won't Stain Clothes
Sunscreens can either stain your clothes or leave a residue behind depending on the type chosen. In general, it can be easier to lift a...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jun 21
- 4 min
Bamboo Towels
Towels that claim to be bamboo towels are most often a combination of bamboo and cotton. Regular towels are most often made of cotton alone
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jun 10
- 4 min
Silk Pajamas | Are they really worth it?
Excess friction between skin and textiles contributes to skin irritation. Fabrics abrade the surface of the epidermis and contribute to...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jun 10
- 2 min
Not loving that new clothes smell? Toxic chemicals and clothing
You may have noticed that when you order new clothes online, there can be a distinct toxic or “chemical-like” smell emanating from the...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- May 31
- 5 min
Back Acne
Body or back acne (bacne) can be triggered by various causes- not all of which are true acne. Not every pimple is acne, especially when it c
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Feb 23
- 5 min
Laundry Detergent | Is this really the cause of your rash?
Laundry detergents are products that many people place at the top of their list when they developed rashes or sensitivities of their skin....
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jan 2
- 3 min
Bleaching effect of sweat
In order for sweat to bleach clothing or alter the color, sweat volume, presence of antiperspirants and bacteria, and the dyes in...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jan 2
- 3 min
Replacing underwear
Replacing underwear is based on a use perspective with regard to wear frequency and maintenance. Read more... Topics Is there a standard...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Nov 1, 2022
- 3 min
How often should you wash and replace bathroom towels?
In terms of hygiene, as long as towels are being routinely cleaned and maintained appropriately you can increase the longevity of the...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 28, 2022
- 2 min
Sateen | It's the weave, not the thread count
Sateen has a classic luxurious look and feels while still being made of primarily cotton. Read more... Topics What is Sateen? When...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 28, 2022
- 3 min
Silk Sheets
Silk is a textile with some interesting properties. Read more... Topics Why do you consider silk to be better than other materials? What...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 24, 2022
- 16 min
Bed Sheets | A complete guide to choosing bed sheets with your skin in mind
Consider this: Your skin is in direct contact with these sheets for hours on end. Read more... Topics Have you ever given much thought...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 12, 2022
- 5 min
Downy Rinse & Refresh | Your questions answered
Disclaimer: This page contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Topics...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Sep 29, 2022
- 9 min
Washing your clothes | When and Why - Sweat, body odor, rashes & your clothes
Smelly clothes are a general signal of the buildup of bacteria, sweat, keratin, dirt, and debris on your clothes. Read more... Topics Why...
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