SKINCARE Posts

Part 2 of our sunscreen series, Sunscreen & Sun Safety Explained: SPF Myths, Daily Use, and Skin Health (Part 2) picks up with the questions that come up again and again — in the treatment room, in DMs, and around the dinner table. Dr. Vicki Rapapor…

If you've ever stood in the sunscreen aisle wondering whether you need SPF 30 or SPF 50, chemical or mineral, spray or lotion — you're not alone. It's one of the most confusing categories in skincare, and it's also one of the most consequential. On …

Why So Many Skin Routines Fail One of the most common frustrations in skincare—both for professionals and consumers—is this: why does skin suddenly become reactive, dry, or intolerant to products that once worked? The answer often lies not in the …

Why Your Skin Still Feels Dry—Even After Moisturizing If you’ve ever layered multiple serums and moisturizers yet still experienced tight, uncomfortable skin, you’re not alone. One of the most common frustrations in skincare—both for professionals …

Why Choosing Skincare Products Feels So Confusing Walk into any beauty retailer or scroll through skincare online, and you’re met with thousands of products promising clearer, smoother, younger-looking skin. From luxury serums to drugstore staples,…

Why Skincare Still Feels Confusing—Even for Professionals In today’s skincare landscape, one of the most persistent challenges is navigating the divide between clinical dermatology and hands-on esthetics. Patients often receive medical treatments w…

Why Skincare Science Still Feels Confusing Despite decades of research, skincare remains one of the most misunderstood areas of health and wellness. Patients, clients, and even professionals often encounter conflicting advice—particularly around in…

Why Skincare Advice Feels Confusing—and What Actually Builds Trust For many patients and skincare consumers, the most common frustration isn’t a lack of products—it’s a lack of clarity. Conflicting advice from social media, marketing claims, and ev…

Why Olive Oil in Skincare Is Still Debated Is olive oil actually good for your skin—or is it outdated advice that doesn’t belong in modern skincare? This question continues to surface among both professionals and consumers. While olive oil has cen…

Why Sunscreen Advice Feels So Confusing Few areas of skincare generate as much conflicting advice as sunscreen. Patients and clients routinely hear opposing claims—about how much to apply, whether SPF in makeup is sufficient, or even whether sunscr…

Introduction: Why Pregnancy Skincare Feels So Unclear What skincare is actually safe during pregnancy? For patients and professionals alike, this question often leads to conflicting answers. Dermatology guidelines, ingredient databases, brand clai…

Why Skincare Feels So Confusing Right Now Skincare has never been more accessible—or more overwhelming. Between viral trends, conflicting professional opinions, and constant product launches, many people are left wondering: what actually works for …

Introduction: Why Skincare Advice Feels So Confusing In today’s skincare landscape, it’s common to hear conflicting advice—use more products, use fewer products, get facials, skip facials. For both professionals and skincare-conscious individuals, …

Introduction: Why Skin Conditions Are More Than Skin Deep Rosacea and acne are often treated as isolated skin conditions—but what if the root cause isn’t just topical? A growing body of research and clinical observation points to a deeper connectio…

Moisturizer Myths Explained: How to Hydrate Your Skin the Right Way Moisturizer is one of the most basic steps in skincare—yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood. From questions about when to start using it to whether oily skin actually needs …

Why Winter Skincare Feels Confusing—Even for Professionals Winter skincare often raises a fundamental question: Is dry skin in winter a result of product choice—or barrier dysfunction? Between cold outdoor air, indoor heating, and shifting humidit…

Why Is the Neck Often Overlooked in Skincare? Many people invest in high-quality facial skincare, yet still feel frustrated by visible aging—often because the neck has been unintentionally neglected. This creates a common disconnect: …

Why Facial Cleansing Is More Complex Than It Seems Facial cleansing is often treated as the simplest step in a skincare routine—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. Patients, clients, and even professionals frequently debate questions like:…

Why Skin Aging Looks Different for Everyone Few topics in skincare generate more confusion than aging skin. Patients, clients, and even professionals often debate whether wrinkles, laxity, and uneven texture are simply inevitable—or whether they ca…

Introduction: Why the Role of an Esthetician Is Often Misunderstood In today’s skincare landscape, many people struggle to understand the difference between dermatologists, estheticians, and other skincare professionals. Advice online often blurs t…

Acne is one of the most researched skin conditions in dermatology—yet it remains one of the most misunderstood. Patients often feel frustrated when they follow a skincare routine, buy recommended products, and still experience breakouts. Meanwhile,…

Clean vs Green Beauty: Understanding the Difference, Definitions & What Labels Really Mean (Part 2) May 24, 2022 Episode Release Date Decoding the Clean Beauty Conversation Few terms in skincare generate as much discussion—and confusion—as “clean…

Clean Beauty Explained: What “Clean” Really Means, Ingredients to Watch & Industry Myths (Part 1) May 19, 2022 Episode Release Date Why “Clean Beauty” Creates So Much Confusion What does clean beauty actually mean—and why does it continue to divi…

Q. I was listening to the episode about rosacea where Rebecca said to not take omega-3s because they will dilate the capillary or blood vessels. Is there any research supporting this? A. Thanks for the question. I can see how this infor…