Bobbi Edwards, M.D. | Nicole Rataj Casady, PA-C
What is YOUR skin thankful for this November?
T – Teamine Eye Complex – since there is not one single cause of dark circles, we love how Teamine is formulated to address undereye circles in multiple ways.
H – Hydroquinone – the active ingredient in fade creams and “skin bleach,” this agent helps to fade unwanted dark spots on the skin.
A – Antioxidants can be applied topically to help prevent and repair damage to the skin. Green tea, reservatrol, Vitamin C, and coffee berry are examples of antioxidants that can be found in skin care products.
N – Nature’s Blessings Hair Pomade to condition, restore, and strengthen the hair.
K – Vitamin K, when applied topically, can help heal skin bruises and reduce undereye discoloration.
S – Sunscreen – the #1 most important thing you can apply to your skin to prevent discoloration, premature aging, and skin cancer.
G – Glycolic Acid – as the key ingredient in Glytone products, glycolic acid is an exfoliating agent used to remove dead skin cells from the outermost layer of your skin.
I – Indulge… your skin, that is! The holidays are a great time to rejuvenate your complexion with a deep-cleansing facial, an exfoliating chemical peel, or treat yourself to that Clarisonic Facial Cleansing Brush you’ve been eyeing at the department store…
V – Vitamins for your skin! Vitamin C and derivatives of Vitamin A (OTC retinol, Rx topical retinoid) are potent anti-aging ingredients. Looking for a simple regimen? Apply topical Vitamin C with sunscreen in the morning and apply a topical retinol/retinoid at night.
I – Ingredients – don’t just use any old product on your face. Know what ingredients are in your products and figure out what your skin likes the best!
N – Nectifirm can be applied to reduce the appearance of dry, crepey neck skin.
G – Genetics – as you sit down to the table to feast on turkey this Thanksgiving, be sure to thank your mom, dad, grandma, and grandpa for the gorgeous skin they passed along to you! 🙂
Nikki’s Acne Corner – “I’ve had terrible acne since my pregnancy — how long does post-partum acne last?”
There are a few factors to consider in women with stubborn acne after having a baby – most of these factors are associated with the normal hormonal changes that occur with pregnancy. Many medical sources report that the body’s hormones return to their normal levels within a few weeks of delivery, but some obstetricians suggest that it can take up to a year for hormones to return to their normal levels. As most women are aware, any hormonal change can affect the skin and contribute to acne breakouts.
Some common post-partum hormonal factors to keep in mind:
- Breastfeeding can prolong the time it takes for female hormones to return to their pre-pregnancy levels. Many mothers nurse for 6-12 months following delivery, so this could play a role in their hormonal acne.
- Progestin-only birth control is commonly prescribed to prevent unwanted pregnancy following childbirth. Progestin-only birth control is known to exacerbate acne. Such products include the popular “mini-pill” (Micronor, Nor-QD), the Depo-Provera injection, and implanted devices (Implanon, Nexplanon).
- The stress of caring for a newborn child can drive up secretion of cortisol, the body’s “stress hormone,” which can increase acne flares.
- Busy and stressed mothers of newborns may not be eating as healthfully as they would like – diets high in processed food and dairy will also worsen hormonally-driven acne flares.
There are a few acne treatments that are considered safe to use during pregnancy and lactation, so if you are struggling with acne during or after pregnancy, be sure to discuss the problem with your dermatology specialist.
November’s Product of the Month – Michigan SKIN’s Creamy Acne Wash
Our exclusive Creamy Acne Wash is a specially-formulated designed to thoroughly cleanse acne-prone skin. The wash contains 5% benzoyl peroxide, an ingredient proven to kill the bacteria that contributes to acne and prevent bacterial resistance to other acne medications. Our acne cleanser is soap-free and less irritating to the skin compared to other benzoyl peroxide washes.
Michigan SKIN’s Creamy Acne Wash – $12 + tax
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