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Dr. King also raises other concerns that prevent regulators from making tretinoin more widely accessible—namely, it’s an ingredient that could impact a fetus. When taken orally, retinoids (like isotretinoin, aka Accutane) have been found to potentially cause birth defects or miscarriage. It is not known if topical retinoids could pose danger to a fetus, but most dermatologists and OBGYNs don’t …

The formula also features alpha hydroxy acids—lactic and glycolic acids—and squalane and niacinamide to hydrate and calm the skin. Key ingredients: retinol, glycolic acid, niacinamide | Who it’s for: people prone to hyperpigmentation or those with uneven texture | Fragrance-free: yes Best Body Wash: Murad Acne Control Acne Body Wash Murad Acne Control Acne Body Wash Why it’s worth it: …

While the US is still slower to adopt new sunscreen filters than other countries, as far as texture goes, formulas will continue to improve in the new year, according to all of the dermatologists we interviewed. “Brands are in continuous pursuit of silky, lightweight textures that feel luxurious, making them easier and more enjoyable to incorporate into skin-care routines,” says …

The more you know: The efficacy of the patch maxes out around eight hours, so be sure to remove or replace it after that. Key ingredients: hydrocolloid | Best for: people looking for a thin, unnoticeable patch | Patch count: 102 Frequently Asked Questions How do pimple patches work? For the uninitiated, here’s how pimple patches work: Most are small, circular hydrocolloid bandages, …

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Your doctor will then examine your jaw in greater detail. They may ask you to clench your teeth, for example, says Dr. Marchbein. During this exam, she says she observes how bulky the muscle is while drawing lines along the jaw and from the ear to the corner of the mouth. These will serve as her guidelines for where to …

Riley Moscicki, a 25-year-old public relations specialist from Rochester, New York, never had skin problems growing up. But at age 24, after a trip to Georgia, she developed small bumps anywhere her clothing had rubbed against her body. She figured it was a reaction to the intense heat, or perhaps some ingrown hairs. But they doubled in size over a …

Board-certified ob-gyn Shieva Ghofrany, MD explains that the oral vitamin A derivatives that first came on the market in the early ‘80s (aka isotretinoin, or Accutane) are known to cause birth defects at fairly high rates. (It’s why having the medication prescribed also means taking mandatory pregnancy tests.) Topical retinoids have never been found to carry the same risks (but …

After being nominated for Golden Globes—both for best performance by a female actor in a support role in a motion picture—there’s understandable Oscar buzz around both Selena Gomez and Ariana Grande. So it’s also understandable that both would be invited to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Academy Women’s Luncheon. The child stars turned recording artists turned beauty …