ummer comes with a lot of excitement, but as far as your skin care is concerned, the season can also come with its fair share of downfalls: an extra greasy complexion, breakouts, and sunburns, to name a few. One issue many people struggle with on their body is thigh chafing, or “skin irritation that occurs when the skin on the inner thighs rub against each other or against clothing,” says New York City-based board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Ryan Turner, M.D. This skin annoyance can occur during physical activities as sweat and moisture exacerbates said friction, but you don’t have to be an enthusiastic exerciser to experience it, as hot, humid weather conditions are primarily responsible for making thigh chafing a real-life problem.

“The hormonal imbalance can cause new hair to grow, or it can influence already existing thinner hairs to become darker and thicker on the face, chest, back and abdomen,” says Ryan Turner, MD, a dermatologist practicing in New York City. 

“The pillowcase you use may have some influence on the development of wrinkles on your face,” reveals Dr. Ryan Turner of Turner Dermatology in New York City, citing fabric as the number one thing to consider before resting your head for the night.

I’m not the only one giving these celebs the side-eye. The proliferation of star-led beauty brands in the past two years has stirred up an understandable backlash. So I asked board-certified dermatologists Kavita Mariwalla, MD, and Ryan Turner, MD. to help me try out eight celebrity lines and read the fine print on all the ingredients lists...our findings surprised us all.

Most Americans aren’t aware of the connection between skin health and air quality: Only 25% of survey respondents say they improved the air quality in their home to benefit their skin. According to NYC board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Ryan Turner, “introducing an air purifier can help reduce harmful airborne particles at home to support overall skin health.”

We spoke with Dr. Ryan Turner, board-certified dermatologist, about the importance of clean air as it relates to skin health and the impact of air purifiers in his practice. Dr. Turner practices cosmetic dermatology, general dermatology, surgical dermatology, and laser surgery in New York City and uses the latest scientific research to guide his approach to the management of numerous dermatologic concerns. 

If your itchy acne is causing you significant discomfort or at-home topicals don't do the trick, Dr. Turner recommends consulting a board-certified dermatologist to come up with a plan that addresses your specific situation.

This molecule—which is sometimes referred to as “HA”—is beneficial to the complexion because it “attracts and binds water molecules and increases the water content of the skin to support hydration,” says Dr. Ryan Turner, a board-certified dermatologist. “When used correctly, it supports your skin’s barrier and is helpful in warding off dry winter skin,” he adds.

Before you fully adopt a new cleansing habit, keep in mind that dry washing is not foolproof. “Dry cleansing with certain products can be irritating to sensitive skin or those with inflammatory skin conditions,” says Dr. Ryan Turner, M.D., a New York City-based dermatologist.

Waking up with a zit on any day is annoying, but if you’ve got an engagement for which you want to look your best, an uninvited breakout can send you into a tailspin. If you deal with pimples in the reg, you’re probably well acquainted with how frustrating it can be figuring out how to treat acne.