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Problems with using dandruff shampoo on the face
Problems With Using Dandruff Shampoo on the Face

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Problems with using dandruff shampoo on face as a cleanser for acne and seborrhea are not often understood by people. I received this question on the topic from a reader and I wanted to share it. His experie...

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how to combining facial anti aging and dandruff skin care
Combining Facial Anti Aging and Dandruff Skin Care

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Dermatologist's tips to for combining facial anti aging and dandruff skin care is the topic of a reader's recent question. I wanted to share it with everyone because there are some important skin care tricks...

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does light break down retin a
Does light break down tretinoin (Retin A) cream?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Dear Dr. Bailey, Does light break down tretinoin (Retin A)? If I put tretinoin 0.025% cream on a half hour after I cleanse, and then wait around in very low light (TV or computer) for several hours before I...

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broken facial capillaries
Why You Might Have Broken Facial Capillaries

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Dr. Bailey, I am 53 years old and have been using tretinoin cream .025 for 3 years. I had a few broken caps on my cheeks when I started and they have not gotten worse, however it looks as though I now have 2...

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treat retin a dry skin winter
How To Treat Dry Skin Caused From Retin A Use In The Winter

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Hi Dr. Bailey! How can I treat dry skin in winter from Retin A use? I use and enjoy several of the products you recommend on your site. There may be others like me though that get particularly dry in the fal...

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best way to remove skin tags
What's the best way to remove skin tags?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

The best way to remove skin tags depends on the skin tag including the size and where it is. I also like to use an exfoliating skin care routine in my dermatology practice. My patients and I feel it helps to...

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parabens in skin care products and skin cancer ask a dermatologist
Parabens in Skin Care Products and Skin Cancer

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Parabens in skin care products and skin cancer concern is just one of the many controversies regarding parabens. A reader sent me this question about parabens and it's worth sharing. Parabens are a concern t...

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dermatologist's tips makeup for post menopausal skin
Choosing The Right Makeup For Post Menopausal Skin

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Dr. Dr. Bailey: I was wondering if you have tips for me to help choose the right makeup for post menopausal skin? Your antioxidant skin care program has been such a help for my post menopausal skin issues.  ...

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can you detox for medical problems
Prescription Medicines, Medical Problems and a Detox Cleansing Fast

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Dear Dr. Bailey, I like the idea of a cleanse, especially to jump start a diet but I have to take medication twice a day with food and not sure how that would work. I also have COPD and high blood pressure a...

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rosacea seborrhea and clogged pores
Rosacea, Seborrhea and Clogged Pores: Ask Dr. Bailey About Facial Skin Care

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Rosacea, seborrhea and clogged pores often happen together. It's a common combination complexion challenge. I was sent this great question from a reader that I want to share. Dear Dr. Bailey, I have facial s...

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anti aging skin care treatment with tretinoin and glycolic acid
Glycolic acid and Retin A anti-aging skin care treatment

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Glycolic acid and Retin A (tretinoin) are both powerful anti-aging skin care ingredients that make very noticeable improvements to the appearance of skin. I have used them together in my dermatology practice...

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white spots on arms and legs
White spots on arms and legs: Ask Dr. Bailey

By Cynthia Bailey MD

What causes white spots on the arms and legs - Dermatologist's info. I received a question from a reader about the white spots on her arms and legs. I though all my readers would find the topic of interest s...

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