Fading PIH with a Clinical-Grade Retinoid Routine

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) can linger long after a breakout has healed. At my NYC clinic, I reach for the Face Reality Retinaldehyde B3 Serum when clients want to gently fade dark ma...

Targeting Melasma with Retinaldehyde & Niacinamide

Melasma is one of the most stubborn skin concerns I treat in my NYC clinic—but with the right actives, we can absolutely make progress. One of my go-to formulas for supporting clients with melasma ...

Why I Recommend Retinaldehyde for Smoother, Firmer, Younger-Looking Skin

If you’re starting to notice fine lines, dullness, or a loss of firmness, a high-quality retinal serum might be the missing step in your routine. At my NYC clinic, I often recommend the Face Realit...

How I Treat Dry Skin from the First Swipe: Why a Balanced Toner Makes All the Difference

If your skin feels tight, flaky, or dull after cleansing, it might not be your cleanser that’s the problem. A well-formulated toner can make or break a dry skin routine. In my NYC clinic, I recomme...

Mineral Protection That Lasts: Why Daily SPF Matters More Than You Think

If you’ve been skipping sunscreen because it feels heavy, clogs pores, or melts off by noon, it’s time to rethink SPF. At my NYC clinic, I recommend Face Reality Mineral Matte SPF 28 for reliable U...

Calm and Protect: Using SPF to Support Support Redness-Prone Skin

If your sunscreen always ends in stinging, flushing, or a redder face than before, you’re not imagining it. At my NYC clinic, I trust Face Reality Mineral Matte SPF 28 to protect sensitive, redness...