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by Dr. Leslie Baumann, MD
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We want to help you become a Skin Guru with brand agnostic scientific information on skincare.
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Dr. Leslie Baumann
Oct 17, 20182 min read
A Vaccine for Acne Is on the Horizon
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Dr. Leslie Baumann
Oct 15, 20183 min read
Microbiome and Rosacea: The Latest News and Updates
Oral and topical probiotics are becoming the subjects of many new research studies aimed at treating inflammatory skin conditions like...
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Dr. Leslie Baumann
Sep 14, 20184 min read
Skincare Tips for Your Patients While Taking Accutane
For patients with severe acne, Accutane (isotretinoin) is the most effective solution. However, this is a potent medication that can come...
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Sep 10, 20184 min read
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Behind every successful business is a dedicated, empowered, and motivated team that is equipped with the tools and training needed to be...
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Dr. Leslie Baumann
Sep 7, 20182 min read
Personal Care Act: New Legislation Proposed to Regulate Cosmeceuticals
Each day, the average American uses nine personal care products — from cleansers and moisturizers to shampoos and deodorants. This...
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Dr. Leslie Baumann
Aug 27, 20184 min read
How to Get Patients to Be More Compliant with Acne Treatment
Acne is a frustrating skin condition for as many as 50 million Americans, yet a significant number of acne patients are not compliant...
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Dr. Leslie Baumann
Jul 23, 20183 min read
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Cleansers play a major role in your patients’ skin care regimens, as they are responsible for a wide range of actions, including changing...
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Dr. Leslie Baumann
Jul 16, 20183 min read
Do Cleansers Stay on the Skin Long Enough to Make a Difference?
Cleansers play an integral role in any skin care routine, regardless of skin type. However, because cleansers have only a short contact...
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Dr. Leslie Baumann
May 29, 20183 min read
When to Use Sunscreens Post-Procedure
Patients often have questions about how to care for their skin after a cosmetic procedure such as laser skin rejuvenation or...
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Q & A with Expert Sunscreen Formulator Steven Rogers
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New Evidence Shows Link between Oral Rosacea Treatment and GI Disease
For the past several years, rosacea has been linked with the onset of gastrointestinal (GI) diseases like celiac disease, irritable bowel...
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How to Decrease Side Effects from Lip Fillers
Because the lip area is so vascular and tends to bruise much more easily than other facial areas, lip injections can result in bruising...
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According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons 2016 Plastic Surgery Statistics Report, more than 2.6 million soft tissue filler...
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How to Offer Skin Care Products in An Ethical Manner
Whether we’re watching TV, driving down the highway, or scrolling through social media, we’re constantly bombarded with advertisements...
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Why Pediatricians Should Put All Their Newborn Babies on Moisturizers
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Even though warts are common skin problems, many people are alarmed when they notice one and therefore seek the quickest and most...
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Oct 31, 20163 min read
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As much as you encourage your patients to follow their prescribed skincare regimens, noncompliance remains one of the largest...
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