Caring for Sensitive Skin
Somewhere between 40 and 60 percent of the population complains of having sensitive skin. More
Why You Sweat
The main function of sweating is to help control body temperature, maintain a balance of electrolytes and keep the outer layer of the skin moist. More
How Skin Heals from Cuts
Have you ever thought about how your skin heals from shaving cuts and nicks? More
Bet You Didn’t Know …
Putting on an old sunscreen may cause more harm than good. If you’re using expired sunscreen, the sun may be damaging your skin more than you realize. It’s important to use sun protection products that are fresh and effective. More
Protect Your Skin From the Sun
Protecting your skin from the sun is important all year round. The sun is strongest during the summer, so it’s especially important to use sunscreen this time of year. Even if you’re not going to be outside for an extended period of time, your face is exposed to incidental light every day. More
Prepare Your Pores: Optimal Water Temperatures Before and After Shaving
Preparing for and finishing your shave are as important to your skin as the shave itself. What you do to get the skin ready will impact the smoothness of your shave and the condition of your skin afterward. More
Your Beard and Blemishes
Acne is a common skin condition that 40 million people in the United States alone have. The face is most commonly affected by acne; understanding the anatomy of hair can help explain why. More
Bet You Didn’t Know
The design of the newest generation of razors has been ergonomically enhanced to meet broad shaving needs. More
Multiple Blades: Multiple Functions
Razors with multiple blades have been shown to give a smoother, closer shave and result in fewer missed hairs than do razors without multiple blades. More
“I Didn’t Realize My Razor Could … Exfoliate”
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Your razor is a tool that affects not only the hair but also the skin. Besides cutting hairs, shaving actually exfoliates the skin. More
"I Didn’t Realize My Razor Could … Vibrate"
A lot of people ask me if there is really a difference between disposable razors and their more expensive counterparts, such as vibrating razors. More
Welcome to The “Get Better Skin” Blog....
My name is Josh Zeichner, and I’m the director of cosmetic and clinical research in the dermatology department of Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City. More
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