Every year, more than 20,000 dermatologists and beauty industry professionals gather at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting, and the conference floor quickly becomes one of the most telling trend reports in the industry. This year, established names like Clinique and Lancôme shared exhibit space with newer brands like Topicals and Glow Recipe, creating…
Chemical peels have been around for decades, but the VI Peel has carved out a specific following among people looking for measurable results without a lengthy recovery. Developed by the Vitality Institute in Los Angeles, it combines acids, retinol, and vitamins in a formulation designed to address some of the most common skin concerns: acne,…
It happens to the best of us you catch your reflection mid-morning only to discover a mysterious bump that wasn't there yesterday. The instinct to squeeze, pick, or pop it can feel almost irresistible. But board-certified dermatologists are united on this: step away from the mirror.
Popping any kind of skin bump breaks the skin…

