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Dr. Greenberg’s newsletter focuses on education about skin health, covering a variety of topics, from skin cancer to ingrown hairs to acne to dandruff. Beloved for its playful tone and practical advice, Dr. Greenberg continues to write for family, friends, and patients alike. In a world of advertisements and sponsored posts, this newsletter remains as it began: a refreshing, informative piece.


Razor bumps

Razor bumps.  Ingrown hairs.  The medical term is pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB). It’s characterized by inflammatory bumps that develop around the hair follicle after hair removal, especially shaving.  Men with curly hair and darker skin types are most prone to PFB in their beard area, but it can…

Shaving tips

The art of shaving Hair should be 1-2 mm prior to shaving (clip if necessary). Ideally shave after showering so hair and skin are soft.  If you’re not fresh out of the shower, wash the area to be shaved with a gentle cleanser like the CeraVe foaming…

How to use dandruff shampoos

I want to emphasize how to use the medicated anti-dandruff shampoos.   Apply it to your scalp (for ladies and gentlemen with long hair, no need to coat the entire coif, which may be drying). If you have curly, dry, or color treated hair, put conditioner the ends…

Acne

 Many people think about acne as an adolescent problem, which it certainly is: 85% of teens and young adults suffer from acne.  What is more commonly recognized is that it’s also an adult problem.  35% of women and 20% of men reported having acne in their 30s. …

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