Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, is a clinical faculty member of dermatology at Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, North Carolina, president of Dermatology Consulting Services, PLLC, and Dermatology Times’ editor in chief emeritus (2023).
Hair Happenings
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums, Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, tackles the issues of hair loss after pregnancy, the role of pH in hair care, hair strengthening conditioner, and more.
New Cosmeceutical Ingredients
“Medical literature from India and the Middle East is full of reports of success in treating postinflammatory hyperpigmentation and melasma with topical tranexamic acid, but properly powered, well-controlled studies are still lacking.”
Microneedling Misconceptions
“Microneedling has been touted to the consumer as a means to enhance the penetration of moisturizers, vitamins, skin-lightening ingredients, and other cosmeceuticals. Is this enhanced penetration good? It depends.”
Focusing on Toners and Astringents
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrum, Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, discusses the differences between astringents and toners and highlights the ideal persons who should use each product.
Cosmetic Conundrums & Cleansing Complexities
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrum, Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, dives into common cleanser questions, a topic she also discussed at the Science of Skincare Summit, New York, New York, on November 6, 2021.
Understanding Cosmetic Claims
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums, Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, an adjunct assistant professor of dermatology at Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, North Carolina, and chief medical editor of Dermatology Times®, tackles cosmetic box claims and what exactly 'sensitive skin' means in the cosmetic world.
Get the Facts on Flaking
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums column, Dermatology Times® Chief Medical Editor Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, explores scalp flaking causes and treatments.
Cleaning Up Cleanser Misinformation
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums column, Dermatology Times® Chief Medical Editor Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, explains misinformation surrounding skin and hair cleansing.
Hair and Skin Diversity Examined
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums column, Dermatology Times® Chief Medical Editor Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, explore skin and hair diversity, including physiological and characteristic differences.
Nebulous Nail Issues
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums column, Dermatology Times® Chief Medical Editor Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, dives into the issues of nail care. She explains why nails peel, how to prevent it, and so much more!
Hair Hang-Ups
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums column, Dermatology Times® Chief Medical Editor Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, explores the world of hair, including ammonia-free hair dyes, how conditioner can prevent hair breakage, hair oiling, and more.
Examining Eyebrows
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums column, Dermatology Times® Chief Medical Editor Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, explores the world of eyebrows, including microblading, grooming, and shape.
The Mystery of the Skin Care Product Allergy
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums column, Dermatology Times® Chief Medical Editor Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, discusses allergies from skin care products and how to prevent adverse reactions.
Master Techniques to Treat Eye Issues
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums column, Chief Medical Editor of Dermatology Times®, Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, answers a few common questions on how to treat eye issues.
Solving Pierced Earring Challenges
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums column, Dermatology Times Chief Medical Editor Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, discusses how to solve common challenges associated with pierced earrings.
Cosmetic Moisturizers and Pharmaceutical Vehicles
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums column, Dermatology Times Chief Medical Editor Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, details the difference between cosmetic moisturizers and pharmaceutical vehicles.
Cosmetics and the COVID-19 Face Mask
In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums column, Dermatology Times Chief Medical Editor Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, shares her tips for using cosmetics under face masks.
COVID-19 Induced Skin Challenges
Chief Medical Editor Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, discusses the challenges COVID-19 induces on the skin including chapped lips, maskne and dry hands from excessive hand washing.
Puzzling PRP possibilities and dermatology
The use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has grown in popularity over the past few years. Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, explains the anti-aging benefits of PRP and how it is impacting dermatology.
Cleansing challenges
Zoe Diana Draelos, M.D., outlines some challenges encountered while cleansing the skin, and answers questions about hand washing hygiene and microbiome cleansing products.
The retinoid revolution
Zoe Diana Draelos, M.D., shares why retinoids can be found in many anti-aging formulations and how to reduce irritation from this potent antioxidant.
How safe are cosmetics?
Zoe Diana Draelos, M.D., explains the role of preservatives in skincare products and the general safety and efficacy of products when it comes to protecting the skin against environmental factors.
How to eat for healthy skin
Special skin mineral supplementation is not necessary as long as patients make educated dietary choices.
A new business model for dermatology
Dermatologists are some of the brightest and most entrepreneurial of all physicians. We can set up our own private equity firm and maintain control of our specialty. I believe it is possible. What do you think?
Patient appearance challenges
Zoe Draelos, M.D., answers questions about recommendations for patients who want smaller-appearing pores, how to help patients achieve smoother, softer skin, and the challenges of dealing with oily skin.
Do facial appearance apps work?
There seems to be an app for everything: losing weight, measuring hair loss, and facial appearance. The apps appear to be highly sophisticated and are very popular with consumers, but how do they work?
Pharma excellence equals practice excellence
Dermatologists should engage in collaborative efforts to guide pharmaceutical companies as they develop drugs needed for the continued excellence of the specialty.
Cosmetic technology advances
Dr. Draelos answers questions regarding different types of moisturizers, including stem cell and biologic-containing products in this Cosmetic Conundrums article.
Quality skincare on a budget
How do you advise patients to select good skincare on a budget? Dr. Draelos covers this and more in this month's Cosmetic Conundrums.
Dermatologist recommended alternatives to traditional sunscreen
What options are available for patients who can’t wear traditional sunscreens? Zoe Diana Draelos, M.D., recommends some alternatives your patients can use to stay protected from the sun in this month’s Cosmetic Conundrums.