The role of diet in skincare

The Role of Diet in Skincare

The Role of Diet in Skincare By McLean & Potomac Dermatology | Skin Tips 2024 When it comes to skincare,

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The V-Line Jaw

The V-Line Jaw

Sculpting the Perfect V-Line Jaw By McLean & Potomac Dermatology | Skin Tips 2024 Jaw filler has remained a popular option for sculpting a coveted V-line jaw look.

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Dermaplaning for Glass Skin

Dermaplaning for Glass Skin

The Secret to Glass Skin: Dermaplaning By McLean & Potomac Dermatology | Skin Tips 2024 Imagine your skin’s best friend wielding a magic wand (okay,

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Stop Neglecting Your Neck

Stop Neglecting Your Neck

Stop Neglecting Your Neck By McLean & Potomac Dermatology | Skin Tips 2024 In the quest for youthful skin,

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eczema in babies

Eczema in Babies

Eczema in Babies By McLean & Potomac Dermatology | Skin Tips 2024 Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis,

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Oily Skin: Does It Age Better?

Oily Skin: Does It Age Better?

This Is Why Oily Skin Ages Better By McLean & Potomac Dermatology | Skin Tips 2024 01 / The Science Behind Oily Skin Oily skin is characterized by an overproduction of sebum,

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Early detection

Early Detection Saves Lives

The Importance of Regular Skin Checks By McLean & Potomac Dermatology | Skin Health 2024 In the hustle and bustle of everyday life,

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Hangover #SkinTips

Hangover #SkinTips

How to Treat Your Skin After a Hangover By McLean & Potomac Dermatology | Skin Tips 2024 01 / HYDRATE,

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gen-Z Aging

Gen-Z is Scared of Aging

Gen-Z is Already Scared of Looking Old By McLean & Potomac Dermatology | Skin Tips 2024 1. Preventative Aging Gen-Z is more tuned in and worried about the aging process than any…

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Clean Beauty and Skincare Routine

Clean Beauty and Skincare Routine

Your skin is your largest organ so you need to take care of it! Make sure you are following these 6 easy tips on how to maintain a clean beauty…

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Your diet may be aging you

Recent studies have shown a correlation between many dietary elements and skin diseases including acne, rosacea,

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The resurgence of Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine)

Two of the most unusual dermatologic drugs have resurged as possible first-line therapy for rescue treatment of hospitalized patients with SARS-CoV-2,

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Hand washing and hand sanitizer on the skin and COVID-19 infection risk

As we deal with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, hand washing and the use of hand sanitizers have been key for infection prevention.

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CD1a and cosmetic-related contact dermatitis

As industries develop more chemical extraction techniques for synthetic or purified botanical ingredients to include in cosmetic and personal care products,

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Makeup is contaminated with pathogenic bacteria

Recalcitrant acne is a common, unwavering problem in dermatology practices nationwide. However, both gram positive and gram negative infections of the skin can go undiagnosed in patients with acne resistant…

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‘Clean’ and ‘natural’ beauty products

Clean beauty products have taken over the skin care market. A wave of new indie brands has entered the skin care market,

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Products with CBD

CBD in beauty products

Cannabidiol (CBD) seems to be everywhere now. Since the Farm Bill of 2018... legalizing the cultivation of hemp was signed into law last December,

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Probiotic, prebiotic, and postbiotic skin care

A decade ago, I gave my senior expert talk at the University of California, San Francisco,

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The great sunscreen ingredient debate

In a commentary... issued on May 6, the Food and Drug Administration stated that “with sunscreens now being used with greater frequency,

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Winter exfoliation: A multicultural approach

Winter or postwinter exfoliation may seem counterintuitive to some patients because skin is often more dry because of cold weather and dry heat from heaters in the home,

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Stop Treating Your Adult Acne Like a Teenager!

Stop Treating Your Adult Acne Like a Teenager!

Growing up isn’t just about getting a job, getting married, paying bills etc. It’s also about knowing how to take care of yourself.

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Morning Vs. Night Skincare

Morning Vs. Night Skincare

The Morning You’re morning routine should revolve around protecting your skin for the day ahead of you.

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Halloween Makeup 101

Halloween Makeup 101

To avoid allergic reactions and breakouts from thick Halloween makeup be sure to follow these steps.

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Get Party Perfect for the Holidays!

Get Party Perfect for the Holidays!

It’s holiday party time, and we have the perfect treatments to get you looking party perfect!

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Don’t be so Sensitive!

Don’t be so Sensitive!

We all have a favorite tried and true product that has seen us through the years. 

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McLean Derm has Been Challenged!

McLean Derm has Been Challenged!

We like to practice what we preach here at McLean Dermatology, so I am challenging my entire office to follow a diet low in carbohydrates and free of gluten and…

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Bye Bye Brown Spots!

Bye Bye Brown Spots!

Playing in the sun is fun when you’re young, but as you age you may find that what was once a smattering of endearing summertime freckles has now become radiance…

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SKIN DETOX: Go Gluten-Free…the Right Way

SKIN DETOX: Go Gluten-Free…the Right Way

In 10 years you’ll think about gluten the way you think about cigarettes. Gluten is a protein found naturally in many foods.

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The NOTICEABLE difference between corrective makeup and camouflage makeup

The NOTICEABLE difference between corrective makeup and camouflage makeup

Acne scars, pigmentation, melasma – if you have these, you struggle to cover them up. But instead of hiding them,

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What’s in your makeup? There’s an app for that!

What’s in your makeup? There’s an app for that!

Are you worried about possible harmful ingredients in your cosmetics? Download this app on your phone!

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Melanoma Monday: May is Melanoma Awareness Month

Melanoma Monday: May is Melanoma Awareness Month

Drivers are failing to use their sunscreen. Utilizing sun protection measures while driving is just as important as wearing your sunscreen at the beach.

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” I Have Sensitive Skin! ” But Do You Really?

” I Have Sensitive Skin! ” But Do You Really?

A: The term “sensitive skin” is a marketing expression that really has no medical definition. With over 60% of the population claiming they fall victim to so-called “sensitive skin,” it…

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Before You Get Your Next Mani Pedi…

Before You Get Your Next Mani Pedi…

Manicure and pedicure safety is extremely important if you get your nails professionally done on a weekly basis.

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Baby Contracts Melanoma While Still in the Womb

Baby Contracts Melanoma While Still in the Womb

Read this article from ABC News about the risks of Melanoma. http://abcnews.go.com/Health/arizona-baby-melanoma-mothers-womb-alive/story?id=18922718

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Spring = Skin Check Season

Spring = Skin Check Season

Before the summer sun cooks your skin and you start to look like your leather handbag,

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Is Your Birth Control Breaking You Out?

Is Your Birth Control Breaking You Out?

Are you breaking out and have no clue as to why? It could be your birth control…

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The Epidemic of Over-Washing

The Epidemic of Over-Washing

“My skin is dry AND oily!” Do you find yourself constantly frustrated with the condition of your skin?

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Rethink the Ink

Rethink the Ink

Within the past ten years the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) constructed a survey of five hundred individuals between the ages of 18-50,

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Is Your Bowel Linked to Your Skin?

Is Your Bowel Linked to Your Skin?

Ever wonder if your skin rash or pimples could be related to your diet? More specifically could the gluten in your diet be triggering your symptoms?

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Spring Cleaning Edition: Is Your Medicine Cabinet Up to Code?

Spring Cleaning Edition: Is Your Medicine Cabinet Up to Code?

The name “medicine cabinet” is unfit for what should be held in this very important space of your home.

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The Puzzling Relationship Between Diet and Acne

The Puzzling Relationship Between Diet and Acne

The relationship between acne and diet has been an ongoing debate. There are no meta-analyses, randomized controlled clinical studies,

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Folic Acid Linked to Lower Autism Risk

Folic Acid Linked to Lower Autism Risk

Including the right amount of folic acid in your diet will leave your skin looking naturally smooth and beautiful,

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You may have acne, but do you know which TYPE?

You may have acne, but do you know which TYPE?

Whether you suffer from troublesome blackheads or embarrassing pimples, we all know the uncomfortable feeling acne can cause.

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Gleam by Melanie Mills

Gleam by Melanie Mills

If you’re looking for that perfect velvet, bronzed glow then look no further.  McLean Dermatology and Skincare Center is happy to announce we now carry Gleam Body Radiance created by…

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Mythbusters Edition: Q & A with Dr. Lily

Mythbusters Edition: Q & A with Dr. Lily

Q: Do goosebumps cause hair growth? A: No, goosebumps occur when the muscles around the hair follicle contracts causing the base of the follicle to push up and sit higher…

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The Dangers of Search Engine Diagnosis

The Dangers of Search Engine Diagnosis

On the first onset of a cold, many of us turn to various Internet search engines for symptoms of the current bug that has decided to creep up on us.

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Arms and Legs Looking Drab this Season?

Arms and Legs Looking Drab this Season?

The tanning bed is NOT the answer to getting that summer glow in the harsh winter months. 

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Top Acne Fighting Foods You Should Eat this Thanksgiving

Top Acne Fighting Foods You Should Eat this Thanksgiving

Ever hear the saying “You are what you eat?”  Many foods can contribute to acne flare-ups. 

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Tips to Keeping a Healthy Glow during the Harsh Winter Months

Tips to Keeping a Healthy Glow during the Harsh Winter Months

Anyone can get dry skin, but with these tips everyone can avoid it. We see it begin in the fall and by winter our skin is dull,

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Traveling Made Easy!

Traveling Made Easy!

For many women (and men!) packing before a trip can be a feather-ruffling experience. Nobody likes leaving behind their favorite hair and skincare products just because of the “3 fluid…

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