Breathable fabrics for the summer
The most common clothing textile trends for summer tend to be made of lightweight textiles including cotton, rayon, and linen. Read...
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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
- Jan 14
- 6 min
Summer Safety Tips
The summertime is filled with activities, sun, water, and bugs. Read more... Topics How can parents help keep their kids safe around...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jan 8
- 3 min
Hair | A natural barrier to UV, but how much protection does it really offer?
Clearly, our heads can get the first and most intense exposure to UV when outdoors. Read more... Topics Does hair offer any UV...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jan 8
- 3 min
SPF explained | How to make sense of SPF
There are several misconceptions about sunscreens. Read more... Topics First things first: What does SPF stand for? How do sunscreens...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jan 2
- 3 min
Photosensitivity of the skin | UVA light matters too
Photosensitivity is a term applied to the set of symptoms or diseases that can be triggered, caused, or worsened by light exposure. Read...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 25, 2022
- 2 min
Sunscreen while active
If you are out midday, then the UV index may be particularly high making your sunscreen work even harder. Read more... Topics Can you...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 25, 2022
- 2 min
Best Moisturizers with SPF
Consider a moisturizer with SPF a multitasking product. The intent of the product is twofold: to provide both hydration and sun...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 17, 2022
- 3 min
Breathable fabrics for the summer
Video: Techei The most common clothing textile trends for summer tend to be made of lightweight textiles including cotton, rayon, and...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Nov 14, 2022
- 2 min
UPF | Making sense of another acronym
UPF stands for ultraviolet protection factor. Clothing items and textiles can be tested for how much UV is blocked by the textile. Read...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Nov 7, 2022
- 2 min
Chemical vs Physical Sunscreen
There are a number of misconceptions about sunscreens. The most prevalent one however is how they work. Read more... Topics What is a...
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 6, 2022
- 4 min
Fall Dos and Don’ts in Skincare
The climate can impact our skin and alter our skincare needs. Read more... Topics What are the basic do's and don'ts of skincare changes...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 29, 2022
- 6 min
Sunscreen for Acne Prone Skin
The reality is that many sunscreens can feel thick and pasty or oily and greasy and leave those with acne struggling to figure out what...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 29, 2022
- 5 min
Sunscreen expiration
Sunscreen absolutely expires. The active ingredients in sunscreen are usually given about a 2 -3 year expiration window. Read more......
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 27, 2022
- 5 min
Benzene Found in Sunscreen | What does this mean for your health?
"27% of sunscreen samples tested contained benzene [a known carcinogen]," according to analyses by Valisure. Read more... Topics What are...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 21, 2022
- 3 min
Rashes to light | Photosensitivity, Photoallergic, Phototoxicity and Autoimmune
Photosensitive reactions can be either photoallergic or phototoxic... Read on... Topics What is the difference between a photosensitive...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 9, 2022
- 5 min
Hats | Best Sun Hats for UV Protection
To get sun protection from a hat, it has to cover your head and provide shade for the face and scalp. Read more... Topics Do all hats...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Sep 30, 2022
- 5 min
Lip Balms | Ingredients for daily use and in the sun
Disclaimer: This page contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Topics...
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