dermatology

I’m a big believer that a happy gut means better overall health, including skin health. Just like the skin, the gut has its own unique microbiome (the microorganisms in a particular environment), and if the microbiome gets disrupted, there are consequences not just for the digestive system, but for other organs as well. Read more

The world of retinol is full of benefits, but with all of the options (retinol cream, retinol serum, pro-retinol, retinoic acid, etc.) it can get confusing. Read more

Okay, so your first thought is probably: obviously. But what if we told you that not all doctors who practice “cosmetic treatments” or even dermatology are actually trained to do so? Read more

You’ll be glowing at Russak Dermatology’s Holiday GLOW event, and not just because of the cocktails. Dr. Julie Russak and the team at the Russak Clinic will be talking all things beauty and wellness at this holiday-themed event. Read more

When you’re in the market for an aesthetic treatment, skipping the clinical setting of a cosmetic doctor’s office in favor of a pampering medi-spa is tempting, but what are you sacrificing, exactly? Read more

Do you think your pores are larger than they actually appear? Are you hell-bent on shrinking them down to size? Well, according to a recent survey commissioned by L’Oreal revealed in this article, you are not alone. Read more

Wondering if your itchy skin is just a regular flare-up or a sign of a more serious problem? We sat down with Charlotte’s Book Premier Provider Dr. Read more

Charlotte’s Book readers continue to write in with questions about Rosacea, and to answer everything from makeup to skincare to food trigger questions, we’ll reach out to our national directory of experts to help you. Read more

Technology makes our lives easier every day. Apps keep us on time, in fashion, and ahead of the curve, not to mention highly entertained. But would you trust an app to assess the probability of melanoma in your moles? Read more

At one time, a spa chain or beauty boutique was where women went to get their skin revitalized. Today, however, clients are flocking to top dermatologists’ offices for facials from the medical estheticians that work within the practice—in many ways, it’s the best of both worlds. Read more

Usually, getting skincare from your dermatologist’s office means retin-A, acids, or other medical grade ingredients, but a new line on the market isn’t made from any of these things—it’s made from salmon eggs. Read more

Recently, a reader submitted this #askcharlotte question on how to cure her recurring itchy situation. We reached out to a Charlotte’s Book expert dermatologist as well as the founder of Emmaus Beauty, a line specifically formulated to treat KP.  Read more