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Skin Care Library

Learn about the best ingredients for your Baumann Skin Type® on the Skin Care library.

How Do Moisturizers Work?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jun 20, 2022

We review what moisturizers are and how they work. Learn about barrier repair moisturizers, humectants, and occlusives and which fatty acids to look for in moisturizers.

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Where to Learn Evidence-Based Skin Care Science?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jun 19, 2022

What is Evidence-Based Skincare? The term evidence-based is used by scientists to mean that there is scientific evidence published in peer reviewed high impact research journals to support the use of the skincare treatment. Learn how to know if skincare research is published in a reputable medical publication. Stop believing marketing claims and learn to read medical publications.

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How To Use Retinol and Other Retinoids

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jun 17, 2022

Retinoid instructions for beginners. How to use retinoids such as retinol, tretinoin and adapalene creams. A step by step guide on how much retinol to use, how to begin retinol, and how to know if retinol is working.

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Best Dermatologist-recommended Retinol Cream for Beginners

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Oct 29, 2021

There are many retinol creams and serums on the market- so it is confusing for beginners. Many articles talk about the best dermatologist recommended retinol products, but there is not one best retinol cream. You should shop for retinol using your skin type to get the right one for you.

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Layers of Human Skin

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Aug 30, 2021

How many layers are in human skin? There are 2 main layers of the skin: the epidermis and the dermis. These can be further subdivided into 8 total layers of the skin as seen in the diagrams below. How many layers the skin has depends upon what area of the ...

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The History of Dermatologist-Developed Skin Care

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on May 19, 2021

Did you know that most major skincare and cosmetics brands, including Almay, Clinique, and Proactiv, were developed by dermatologists or based on research and testing performed by dermatologists? The history of dermatologist-developed skincare and the biographies of anyone involved is something that personally fascinates me. The stories behind some of ...

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Skin Care 101

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jan 07, 2021

Skin Care 101 A personalized skin care routine is the fastest way to get radiant skin. The best skin care products in the world are a waste of money and time if they are not right for your unique skin type. Youthful skin is radiant skin that glows due to ...

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Skin Type Quiz

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jan 07, 2021

Our Skin Type Test Is The Skin Type Quiz Used By Dermatologists Worldwide. Only STS has the legal right to use the Baumann Skin Type Quiz

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