Anyone who has explored solutions for acne has heard of chemical peels and skin care products which contain AHAs ( alpha-hydroxy acids) and or BHAs (beta-hydroxy acids). AHAs and BHAs are both exfoliants meaning that they peel, or increase skin cell turn over. They are also both effective in acne treatment. In addition these ingredients..Read More »
Acne is the most common skin condition. It is an inflammatory condition of the hair follicle characterized by the formation of comedones, pustules, papules, and nodules that most commonly affect the face. Acne can also occasionally affect the neck, chest, back and arms. Dermatologists generally recommend that we focus on treatment of the whole affected..Read More »
As we enter into the colder months it’s time to start thinking about preventing winter skin. In a word, winter skin is dry. Dry skin is itchy. It is not cosmetically pleasing. Further, dry skin results in inflammation which causes flares of skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and even acne. As skin is the..Read More »
Learn the beauty secrets of those in-the-know and have a giggle in this Yahoo Lifestyle! skincare experts panel. Dr. Strachan was proud to appear on the popular show, A Conversation with Kennedy, filmed in their New York City studio. In addition to host Kennedy Johnson, other panelists included blogger Dana Oliver, and holistic aesthetician and..Read More »
Dermatologists sometimes address problems that go beyond what is found on a patient’s skin, hair or nails. When the condition is primarily psychological in origin, it falls under the specialty of psychodermatology. Skin picking, hair pulling, nail and cheek biting– these are conditions that fall under the term body-focused repetitive disorders. The root is psychological..Read More »
New York City is “re-opening” on Monday June 1st. We are now in the office but will be continuing video visits. Here is the update regarding the end of insurance coverage for these visits: 1. BlueCross BlueShield: June 14, 2020.2. United Health Care: June 18, 2020.3. Aetna: June 4, 2020.4. 1199: June 15, 2020.5. Cigna:..Read More »
Do you or someone you love suffer with a body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) such as skin-picking, hair pulling, or nail biting?This a complex group of behavioral conditions that can cause damage to the skin and hair.Join me on the Habitaware broadcast tomorrow where I will be discussing strategies for people dealing with BFRB to prevent..Read More »
We hope you, your colleagues and your families have been staying safe and healthy during these challenging times. We have some good news—we are still able to provide care for your skin, hair and nail concerns virtually. This is the service we have set up: 1. Register at our Healthlens link: https://healthlens.com/referral?group=dr-strachanThis is the same..Read More »
Do skin problems in women with large breasts occur more often? Having ample in the bustline is often valued in our society. But as with other types of assets, poor management of larger breasts can result in problems. Here are three conditions I treat more in patients who wear larger cup sizes and the stewardship..Read More »
If you are in Atlanta September 22-24, 2019, come learning from a variety of industry professionals about solutions for hair loss. Aglow Dermatology’s own Dr. Dina Strachan will be speaking on Sunday as part of the Phyto USA team. Details here: www.hairplussummit.com
