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"Epiduo was just approved by the FDA for over-the-counter use. This has been prescription only for a long time. It is adapalene, which was also prescription, and then went over the counter. Adapalene or Differin is the brand name. They also make one called Epiduo, and it has benzoyl peroxide with the adapalene. So, a really good acne treatment just went over the counter."

"When you're putting an adhesive on the skin every day it does overtime increase your risk for a contact allergy to the adhesive. When you're buying them every day the price does add up over time and I'm not sure how much money you're saving over just doing Botox in that area. But some people don't like needles and that's okay, so you can use Frownies if you want, but it's not my choice for reducing wrinkles on my forehead."

"The Shark Beauty Depuffy attachment, I think, is genuinely innovative. This device is incredibly easy to use. It only takes about 10 minutes, and the extraction results speak for themselves. This satisfies that same urge that we get while watching pimple popping videos, but it's actually good for your skin. The hydration boost from the products is real. At $399, it pays for itself after just three uses because professional facials in the dermatology office can cost $150 or more. And unlike those monthly appointments, this is available whenever your skin needs it."

"It looks really hydrated, nice, plump, juicy skin. Ten minutes later, she's red, inflamed, irritated. Some of these masks have exfoliating ingredients like AHAs or BHAs, or you could just be allergic to the product. So if you're putting something on that's an exfoliator, your skin's probably going to get red afterward, or if you happen to be allergic, you could get some irritation."

"Skin Better Science is an amazing company with my favorite retinol, the one that I use every night called AlphaRet. This is a retinoic acid, very similar to prescription tretinoin, but it's combined with lactic acid and even glycolic acid to give you a little extra exfoliation. That sounds like it could be drying, but it's so gentle. I use it most nights without even using a moisturizer, and I don't get any dryness or irritation. It is a little bit more expensive than your typical over-the-counter retinol, but it will last you 5 months because one pump is all you need every night, and there's 150 treatments in that bottle. If you're looking for a very good retinol that is not irritating, check out SkinBetter Science AlphaRet Overnight Cream."

"I've been using this for the past several weeks and my skin is genuinely improved. As someone who spent years telling patients to skip the gadgets, that kind of surprised me. I can't overstate the comfort of this mask. The eye pads on this mask actually lift the mask off your skin for a way more comfortable fit. The reflective technology on the inside means as much of the light as possible reaches your skin. The battery pack that it comes with means that I'm not tethered to a wall. LED therapy is one of those things where consistency is everything and for me, this one fits easily into my routine. The Ulike ReGlow mask is FDA cleared and has 272 LEDs, which is double what most other competing masks have. More LEDs mean more coverage, more intensity, and faster results. It has four different treatment modes: glow mode with red, infrared, and yellow light for pigmentation and skin tone; firm mode with red and infrared for collagen stimulation; rejuvenate mode with yellow and infrared to boost skin barrier; and clear mode with blue, red, and infrared for acne-fighting. In a 28-day study there was a 20% reduction in fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes, a 20% improvement in skin texture, and a 61% improvement in acne. In the first 1 to 2 weeks you'll notice your skin feels a little smoother. By weeks 3 and 4, texture improvements become more obvious and tone starts to even out. After 6 to 8 weeks there's firmer skin, reduced fine lines, and noticeably better overall skin quality. I recommend using it three to six times a week for 10 minutes. At-home LED therapy lives in the middle between basic skincare and professional treatments. It is a genuinely effective way to maintain and improve your skin and it's something you can do consistently at home without booking an appointment. For at-home skin maintenance, the Ulike ReGlow, in my opinion, is that thing. It is cheaper than professional treatments over time and is a one-time purchase with no subscription, no refills, and no ongoing payments. However, you have to use it consistently, results take weeks not days, and if you're not the kind of person who's going to use it consistently, you shouldn't buy it. It's not for use during pregnancy or if you're on certain photosensitive medications. This is not technically a medical device, it's an FDA cleared over-the-counter device. Individual results will vary."

"The Ulike Air10 IPL is absolutely one of the better at home IPL devices that I've tested, primarily because of the safety features and the ice cooling technology. The price point of $399 puts it in the premium category for at home devices, but when you compare it to the cost of professional treatments, it's reasonable if you're committed to using it. It's not going to replace professional treatments, but it is a solid option for hair reduction if you are the right candidate. You will need to use it consistently for 8 to 12 weeks to really start to see the best results because of the hair growth cycles you're going to need to treat over time."

"I often recommend to my patients to start with a gentle cleanser. This is just one example that we're using for this video, the CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser. One of my favorites because it really leaves my skin feeling soft and well cared for, not overdrying, not stripping. It actually has some properties that help to hydrate the skin with essential ceramides and hyaluronic acid. This one doesn't foam up a ton, and that's okay. It doesn't need to foam to be effective."