Skin Journal

AHA With Retinol: Clinician Schedules and FDA Sun Safety

Learn how to alternate AHA and retinol nights, limit irritation, and follow FDA sun guidance, including sunscreen and one week of caution after stopping AHA.

Hydroquinone Rebound: Avoid Abrupt Stops With Supervised Pulsed Care

Hydroquinone can trigger rebound dark patches after abrupt stops or prolonged use. Learn how clinicians manage risk, use pulsed treatment, and plan follow up.

Ivermectin or Epsolay: Pick the Right Rosacea Prescription Cream

Evidence led primer on rosacea prescription creams. Learn which to choose for bumps or redness and expect visible change at 4–12 weeks.

Settle in 10–14 Days: Clinic Patients' Checklist Before a Botox Lip Flip

Clinician-backed explainer for clinic patients: how a Botox lip flip works, what to expect at 10–14 days and 8–12 week duration, risks and a consultation...

20–60 Units: Clinician Face Map for Botox Patients

Clinician face map linking FDA dosing to patient-friendly unit ranges and session totals. See per-area anchors like glabella ≈20 units and masseter 20–30...

0.94 mm at 12 Weeks, Under Eye HIFU Results and Ocular Risks

Clinician guide to under eye HIFU: 0.94 mm mean eyelid shortening at 12 weeks, realistic expectations, documented ocular risks, and a practical safety...

Clinician Picks: Microneedling (3–5 Sessions) or Microdermabrasion

Clinician framed comparison to match texture, pigment and acne scar concerns to microdermabrasion or microneedling, plus safety and recovery advice.

Match Vehicle, Not Percentage: Clinician Picks Azelaic Acid Strength

Clinician backed, formulation first advice on choosing azelaic acid strength. Learn why vehicle and diagnosis often matter more than percentage and when...

When to See a Clinician After a 12 Week Retinol vs Bakuchiol Trial

Evidence first comparison of retinol and bakuchiol, citing a 12 week trial, tolerability tips, pregnancy advice, and when to consult a clinician.

Time Your Botox: Clinician Proven Longevity and When to Retreat

Clinician-led, evidence-first guide to Botox longevity: what to expect (3 to 4 months typical), why results vary, and how to time sensible retreatments.