Take a look at the back of your skincare products and we guarantee glycerin is somewhere on the ingredient list. "Glycerin, also known as glycerol, is nothing new," says Snehal Amin, MD, a board-certified dermatologist of MDCS Dermatology. "It's usually the third most common ingredient in skincare products, so you've already used...
Dr. Snehal Amin Why is skin tone so important in hair removal? What can happen if the skin's color is ignored? There are two main reasons to take note of skin color or Fitzpatrick skin type in patients who are interested in hair removal.First, patients with darker skin are more...
There are two types of wrinkles: dynamic and resting. Dynamic wrinklesform when muscle is contracted but resolve when the muscle is relaxed.For example, a child who raises their eyebrow or furrows theirforehead has lines on their skin only if the underlying muscle iscontracted. As people get older, these dynamic wrinkles...
> What is acne, and how do fungal and bacterial acne differ? Fungal and bacterial organisms are normal inhabitants of our skin. Just like our gut microflora, the skin microbiome is very important, complex and not well-understood (copyright Dr. Amin ;-) ). Acne is an inflammatory reaction against the contents of...
Whether you want to boost your overall glow, or you’re looking to target a specific skin concern (like breakouts and dark spots), there’s one solution that can make a major difference: exfoliating. “I always tell my patients, exfoliating is like exercise for your skin,” says Tamila Deveny, medical esthetician at...
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It’s a common scenario: Your injector asks what’s bothering you. You say your nasolabial folds and burgeoning jowls make you look old. And then your injector promptly fills your cheeks with hyaluronic acid. For years, it’s been widely accepted that this midface volume boost can bring with it the added...
Just like you lather up your skin in a body lotion to fight dryness, your baby experiences dry skin. In fact, their brand-new skin may be even more prone to dryness, water loss, and potential irritation because it’s thinner than adult skin, notes Marisa Garshick, MD, dermatologist at MDCS Dermatology: Medical...
1. It runs in your family. “Oily skin is often related to genetics,” says Marisa Garshick, M.D., F.A.A.D., board-certified dermatologist at Manhattan’s Medical Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery. “Certain people experience greater production of oil from their sebaceous glands in addition to enlarged pores.” In other words, you may not be actively...
According to current studies, more than eight million Americans (and 125 million people worldwide) have psoriasis. And yet, despite its prevalence, it’s a skin condition that’s largely still misunderstood—not to mention misidentified given its similarities to eczema, a much more common skin condition that affects 31.6 million people in the U.S.. Due to the...
There are many biologic medications that are used to treat severe cases of chronic skin conditions like psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. Examples include Enbrel, Humira, Stelara, Cosentyx, Taltz, Tremfya, Skyrizi, Remicade, Siliq, Ilumya, Cimzia, and Dupixent. These medications work by interfering with signaling in the immune system. As such, biologic...
Three ways to stay healthy during a shelter in place period. Shelter-in-place directives have been ordered all over the USA. This public health strategy is the best way to slow down the spread of CoVid19. However, shelter-in-place does not mean that you should ignore your health. Here are a few...
Skin rashes that keep coming back may be caused by an external allergen rather than eczema or psoriasis. Your dermatologist may recommend an evaluation for a condition called contact dermatitis. Essentially, It is a rash caused by direct contact with a product such as a metal in jewelry, the poison...
In this article Dr. Marisa Garshick comments on a recent JAMA Dermatology study showing a reduced squamous cell carcinoma risk for those with increased Vitamin A intake. Read more here. https://www.allure.com/story/vitamin-a-intake-skin-cancer-study
Remember in elementary school when people would ask you if you had HBO? If you were lucky enough to have the paid subscription television channel you might proudly say “Yes!” only to then have your frenemy respond with “Eww, gross! You have horrible body odor!” At that age, most of...
Your tattoo does not have to be permanent. Newer tattoo lasers can treat all pigment colors with fewer treatments. The laser targets pigment deep in the skin and removes it through a photoacoustic effect. State of the art laser tattoo removal is available at our Upper East Side location in...
This is a laser and peel combined in the same procedure. First a carbon solution (similar to charcoal) is applied to the face, then a laser is used to heat the carbon and help it penetrate the skin, and then a second pass with the laser removes the carbon resulting...
While genetics and the state of the immune system help explain the underlying physiologic cause of psoriasis, there are certain triggers that can tip the scales and precipitate the appearance of red, scaly, itchy patches and plaques on the skin. Smoking, infections, alcohol, certain medications, weather, injuries, and stress can...
Dermatologist Dr. Brendan Camp's tips for avoiding ingrown hairs. Years ago when I first moved to New York to start my dermatology residency my skin did not cooperate. During my first few weeks of training I developed pink stubborn bumps on my neck and beard area. It made me anxious...
In medical school I lived in an apartment tower with a lot of other medical students and residents. We called it a “doctor dorm.” When I would carry my dirty clothes in a laundry basket up to the laundry room I would strategically hide my T-shirts and undershirts at the...
Say “stretch marks” and almost everyone can quickly picture the jagged, depressed scars that appear on arms, stomachs, and thighs. Stretch marks are red, pink, purple, or brown scars that develop when skin stretches or shrinks quickly with rapid weight gain or loss. Collagen is a protein found in your...
As if lines, wrinkles, and gray hair weren’t enough, many women and men also get dark circles under their eyes as part of the natural aging process. You tend to lose fat and collagen in your face as you get older, and your skin becomes thinner. As a result, the...
If you made the most of this past summer, chances are it shows on your skin. Although days spent soaking up the sun can certainly do wonders for your vitamin D levels, they can also leave your skin a little worse for the wear. Your complexion may appear duller and...
If you’re anything like the average adult, you dedicate a considerable amount of time and energy to routine hair removal. At best, getting rid of undesired hair can seem like a mundane, obligatory task. At worst, it can feel like an exhausting, repetitive process that you simply have to endure...
There are times when excessive sweating is a good thing, confirming that you’ve worked hard and your body is registering your effort. Or, your body is simply doing all it can to keep cool during those long, hot summer days. But if you’re plagued by overactive sweat glands that seem...
When it comes to anti-aging tools, there’s no shortage of effective products and services that dial back the years on your face, neck, and chest. From advanced laser therapies to cosmetic injectables, we can renew and revitalize your skin, making you look years younger. And while the results are most...
Congratulations — spring has officially arrived, and you’ve made it through another long northeastern winter. If you’re anything like the average New Yorker, you’re more than ready to trade arctic temperatures and cloudy skies for warm air and sunshine. But even if there’s nothing quite like baring a bit of...
If you’re one of the estimated 80 million adults living with unwanted hair loss in the United States or countless adults wishing for more youthful-looking skin, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy may be the solution you’ve been longing for. This minimally invasive treatment uses substances in your own blood to stimulate...
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease caused by an immune system error that makes your skin cells grow much faster than normal. Rather than forming normally over the course of a week, new skin cells form in a matter of days. When these extra cells pile up on the...
In recent years, advancements and nonsurgical cosmetic treatments have opened the door to eliminating unwanted fat, even the most stubborn, diet-resistant areas. At MDCS: Medical Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Snehal Amin and Dr. Noah Gratch teamed up to offer men and women in Midtown Manhattan, New York, the most...
Only use scrubs preventatively Marisa Garshick, M.D.,Opens a New Window. warns that scrubs will only aggravate acne. They should instead be used cautiously on skin that’s already clear—preventatively, that is—and you should rely on the other products on this list to minimize existing breakouts. https://www.mensjournal.com/style/the-best-skincare-regimen-to-prevent-acne-according-to-dermatologists/
CeraVe Healing Ointment Generally, the thicker the topical cream, the better for eczema-prone skin, and dermatologist Marisa Garshick — an assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Cornell, New York Presbyterian Medical Center — says for this reason ointments (rather than lotions) are your best best. Garshick says creams like CeraVe that contain an...
As your body’s largest and most visible organ, your skin is a prominent reflection of your vitality and well-being. But it’s prone to developing surface irregularities that can leave you feeling older than you are or less confident in your appearance. Groundbreaking advances in cosmetic dermatology have made laser therapy...
Dr. Dendy Engelman, MDCS: Medical Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery, advises. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GiPV_nIAh0
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There's a revolution taking place in the beauty world. Driven by science, the pros are pioneering new formulas that are causing real—even amazing—changes to your complexion at the molecular level. These breakthroughs, from a next-level vitamin C to microencapsulated particles that release inside your skin, are shielding your cells from...
Fact is that not all moles, beauty marks, or other skin spots are created equal. Some can actually be downright dangerous. Your first line of defense is wearing SPF each and every day—and reapplying often during days when you’re outdoors. Your second line of defense is going for a yearly skin...
Read on to learn more about the benefits of Cynosure Elite MPX!http://www.cosmetictown.com/journal/hair/Cynosure_Elite_Mpx
Read on to learn about Sarah Eggenberger's, NewBeauty editor-at-large, experience with Restylane's newest filler, Restylane Refyne.https://www.newbeauty.com/hottopic/slideshow/2641-restylane-refyne-restylane-defyne-before-and-after-experience/
If you’ve been advised to undergo Mohs surgery for skin cancer, rest assured you’ll be in highly-skilled and competent hands should you choose the top-rated team at Medical Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery (MDCS).With 3 locations in Hampton Bays, Commack, and Midtown East, Manhattan, our surgeons are lead by Dr. Snehal...
Read on to discover what causes breakouts, how you can get rid of them, and what to do if they've really got you down. http://www.seventeen.com/beauty/makeup-skincare/advice/a11530/causes-of-acne-and-pimple-breakouts/
Venue? Check. Food? Check. Music? Check. Flowers? Check. Dress? Check. You? ... After all there is to do in anticipation for your wedding day, now it's time to focus on you! If you know you want to look great on your wedding day, but don't know where to begin, schedule a consultation and with our team...
Let’s face it: Along with summer’s heat, humidity, and other sweat-inducing qualities comes a ton of gross beauty problems. From dry, cracked feet to ingrown hairs and chafing, there’s a lot that can hold you back from living the confident poolside life you’re destined to lead. But don’t worry—we’re talking...
Ingrowns, bumps, irritation—ugh. Getting rid of hair down there is a chore, but you can make it easier on yourself if you stop believing these common misconceptions.Myth: Hair grows back thicker if you shave it Dr. Garshick says that shaving anywhere on your body will not cause the hair to...
CAN IPHONE APPS ACTUALLY LEAD TO INCORRECT DIAGNOSES?Dr. Snehal Amin, the Director of Manhattan Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery, cites a 2013 study that evaluated this exact question. According to the study, three of four smartphone applications incorrectly classified 30 percent or more of melanomas as "unconcerning," he explains. He goes on to explain how a...
Originally appeared on Refinery 29 by Kelly DougherIt’s not hyperbole to say that everyone reading this article has had, or will have, a scalp issue or two at some point in his or her life. It’s one of those you’re-not-alone situations (everything from hair loss to dandruff is super common), yet...
Q1: How important are full-body skin checks? How often should someone be getting one? If you notice one peculiar spot should you be getting a full-body checkA full body skin exam by a trained professional can be life-saving. Everyone should check their own skin once a month at home. Most...
