The Best OTC Meds for Men Put the brakes on breakouts by pairing two well-known zit zappers. The combo of salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide fights acne better than benzoyl alone, say Harvard scientists. Use a 2 percent salicylic acid…
Dr. Amy Derick was quoted on Men’s Health, explaining the importance of sun screen application on hands. This is one time you don’t want to wash your hands. If you suds up after slathering on sunscreen, you leave a crucial…
Learn how on-the-go pros keep their skin healthy… “Women, especially those with acne, tend to over-cleanse their skin,” says Dr. Rebecca Kazin, mom to three girls and medical director of Johns Hopkins Dermatology and Cosmetic Center. “You want a cleanser…
This article describes how patients will be able to see physicians’ info. Imagine a website where consumers could type in the name of a doctor and learn everything they need to know before making an appointment: a physician’s educational background,…
Dr. Derick discusses acne treatments. Many of us turn to drugstore products to combat breakouts, which is a great first line of defense. However, no two pimples are alike, and a dermatologist is able to provide customized advice and treatment…
Shining a light on Sun Safety Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors. The beautiful weather and long summer days bring people out to enjoy the parks, pools and beaches and provide a great opportunity to get fit…
Do I Need To Stick to One Line For All of My Skin Care? It depends. “If you’re using basic skin care — moisturizers, SPFs, cleansers — it’s fine to mix and match,” says Chicago dermatologist Amy Derick. “But if…
Feel the (Sun)burn?: How to Save Your Skin from Too Much Sun It starts out innocently enough. You tan a little too much, sunscreen slips your mind or you figure it’s not the end of the world if you don’t…
See what Dr. Amy Derick was just quoted as saying about pores in the New York Times. Lately Justine Heilner, 37, a landscape architect in Manhattan, has been noticing dirt in more than just her gardens. When she gazes into…
Check out Dr. Amy Derick’s recent comments about acne treatments in The Wall Street Journal. While three-step kits aren’t necessarily better for the skin than products from various makers, kits can “increase compliance” among patients following a skin-care regimen, says…