Skin care Q&A Friday!

TL;DR

Wearing sunscreen on cloudy days and during pregnancy is crucial to protect the skin from harmful UV radiation.

Transcript

[Applause] [Applause] right guys I'm on my way to work this morning and uh the sun is out um another question that I got uh recently was whether or not uh you should wear sunscreen on a cloudy day and the answer is yes but shade only blocks about know at most maybe 10% of ultraviolet radiation yeah visible light and ultraviolet light are not the sa... Read More

Key Insights

• 😩 Shade and snow only block a small percentage of ultraviolet radiation, so wearing sunscreen is necessary.
• 🧔‍♀️ Pregnancy category B products are safe for pregnant women with acne.
• ❓ Accutane can be effective but requires strict monitoring and follow-up.
• 🍼 Avoiding skim milk may help with acne.
• ❓ Eucerin Eczema Relief is recommended for moisturizing dry skin.
• ❓ Adapalene is generally less irritating than retinol.
• 🩵 Blue light therapy can be an option for treating acne.

Questions & Answers

Q: Is it necessary to wear sunscreen on a cloudy day?

Yes, shade only blocks a small percentage of ultraviolet radiation, so sunscreen is still necessary.

Q: Can I wear sunscreen on a snowy day?

Yes, snow reflects ultraviolet radiation onto the skin, so wearing sunscreen is important to protect against increased exposure.

Q: What acne medications are safe for pregnant women?

Pregnancy category B products like glycolic acid-based face washes are safe to use during pregnancy.

Q: Should pregnant women with acne try blue light therapy?

Blue light therapy can be an option as it targets acne-causing bacteria, but consulting with a dermatologist is recommended.

Q: Which is stronger, 25% retinol or 0.1% adapalene?

Both retinol and adapalene have their benefits, but adapalene is generally less irritating and better tolerated by the skin.

Q: Is Accutane a good option for acne treatment?

Accutane can be effective for certain types of acne, but it should be prescribed and closely monitored by a dermatologist.

Q: Can cutting out skim milk help with acne?

There is an association between severe acne and the consumption of skim dairy milk, so cutting it out may be beneficial.

Q: What moisturizer is recommended for dry skin?

Eucerin Eczema Relief, containing colloidal oatmeal and ceramide, can help restore the skin barrier and prevent dryness.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Shade only blocks about 10% of ultraviolet radiation, so wearing sunscreen is crucial even on cloudy days.

• Snow on the ground reflects ultraviolet radiation onto the skin, increasing exposure, making sunscreen necessary.

• Pregnant women should be cautious about acne medications and opt for pregnancy category B products, such as glycolic acid-based face washes.