Skincare Blog


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Anti-Androgens for Acne: DIM, Saw Palmetto, and Vitex

And just like that...it's another morning where there is yet another random pimple on the jawline. Ugh..when does it stop?  Well, 3 anti-androgens…

Melanoma

Melanoma: Warning Signs, Causes, and Treatment

In my dermatology practice, I get all sorts of questions, from why hormonal acne is flaring up to if it’s “normal” to have a certain rash.…

clean-beauty

The Gift of Better Skin: Dr. Jeffries Integrative Clean Beauty Gift Guide*

Give the gift of better skin inside & out all year long with these clean beauty recommendations that your loved ones will enjoy long after their…

meditation-mindfulness

Mindfulness & Meditation for Beauty and Skin Care [6 Tips]

It seems like the world gets louder and busier every year. As Marie Kondo’s tidying up methods sweep the world, it leads to another question: How do…

9 Skin Detox Tips + What to Avoid [From a Dermatologist]

Is a skin detox right for you? Beauty culture encourages detoxes for everything from your face to your armpits. Some of these techniques are very…

chemical-peel

Chemical Peels for Acne & Aging: Benefits & What to Expect

I’ll be the first to acknowledge that for my more holistically-minded clients, chemical peels sound like the opposite of a natural beauty treatment.…

Doxycycline

Doxycycline for Acne: How It Works, Dosage, Side Effects

Have you tried every cream, birth control, and urban legend for clear skin, all to no effect?  If other methods have failed, antibiotics such as…

Yoga-Nidra

Rest & Restore: Discover Yoga Nidra

Have you been feeling rundown lately? When was the last time you felt rested and refreshed when you woke up?  Susan* came into the office for her…

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Bentonite Clay Mask: How it Works, Benefits, and DIY Recipes

A bentonite clay mask is one of my most recommended natural remedies for problem skin at a fraction of the cost of most traditional skin treatments.…

Seysara

Seysara: Does it work? Side Effects, Dosage & How to Use

Millions of Americans, struggle with acne — about 80% will deal with an outbreak between the ages of 11 and 30. Intense cases of acne can affect many…