{"id":20165,"date":"2023-01-24T11:20:17","date_gmt":"2023-01-24T16:20:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zocdoc.com\/blog\/?p=20165"},"modified":"2023-03-19T11:45:39","modified_gmt":"2023-03-19T16:45:39","slug":"5-things-id-never-do-as-a-dermatologist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zocdoc.com\/blog\/advice\/5-things-id-never-do-as-a-dermatologist\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things I’d Never Do as a Dermatologist"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s a new year! If you already have some health resolutions, grab your pen, you\u2019ll want to add these to the list. We\u2019ve asked some doctors for their insight on what you should NOT do in 2023.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

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If you live in a climate where it gets cold in the winter, your skin may be suffering right now. Whether you\u2019re looking to fix redness, irritation or just overall dryness, the search for solutions sometimes brings us to the internet, where Tiktokkers hawk the latest moisturizers and so-called experts suggest do-it-yourself routines. The problem? Not all of these tips and tricks are proven to work, and some may even harm your skin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cA lot of the products you see on social media platforms, like Tiktok and Instagram, can be really irritating to the skin,\u201d says Dr. Rebecca Thiede, a dermatologist at Banner-University Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To help us navigate this complicated landscape, Thiede lists her skincare don\u2019ts for 2023. Read on for some surprising revelations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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1. Never use anything with fragrance.<\/h3>\n

Although they smell nice, these products can cause irritation, sensitivity and redness, Thiede explains.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Never use physical exfoliants and harsh scrubs.<\/h3>\n

While a favorite of some online personalities, Thiede explains that these products cause too much irritation and sensitivity to be worth it. \u201cI would recommend chemical exfoliants<\/a> with proven benefits, such as products that contain glycolic or lactic acid,\u201d she says. \u201cThese can properly exfoliate the skin, increase skin turnover and help with dyspigmentation.\u201d<\/p>\n

3. Never skimp on sunscreen.<\/h3>\n

This may sound like an obvious one, as the risk of skin cancer is well-documented in this day and age. Yet many of us might forgo the sunscreen in winter months, thinking the sun isn\u2019t strong enough to do harm. \u201cCumulative small doses of sun damage can cause just as much damage as a day at the beach,\u201d Thiede explains. \u201cOur windows do not protect against UVA sun rays, which are the types of rays that can lead to aging and skin cancer.\u201d To make sure we remember to add sunscreen to your daily skincare ritual. Thiede recommends keeping a tube of it next to your toothbrush.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Never use lip balm.<\/h3>\n

Ingredients in lip balm that cause that \u201ctingly feeling\u201d we know and love can actually dry out our lips even more, Thiede says. She suggests using <\/span>Vaseline<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>Aquaphor<\/span><\/a> instead, which can actually moisturize the lips.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Never use supplements like biotin<\/a> or collagen<\/a>.<\/h3>\n

While some say biotin can help with hair growth and that collagen can supposedly make your skin look more supple, Thiede notes that there\u2019s limited research on their efficacy and many aren\u2019t regulated. If you\u2019re looking for some help with an issue, consult a real doctor. \u201cThere\u2019s not one product that\u2019s going to help everything,\u201d Thiede says.\u201cFor hair loss \u2014 I think it\u2019s\u00a0 worth talking to a dermatologist and figuring out why it\u2019s happening.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Other practices on Thiede\u2019s blacklist include smoking, tanning beds and DIY <\/span>microneedling<\/span><\/a> with a derma roller (as it can damage the skin and lead to infection). When in doubt, don\u2019t turn to social media for skincare advice. See a <\/span>certified dermatologist<\/span><\/a> who is familiar with your specific needs, and follow their guidance consistently to see results.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Need a dermatologist<\/a>? Find one on Zocdoc.<\/h1>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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