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Although experts say that research on the potential benefits of collagen supplements is still in its beginning stages, there's reason enough to consider taking them. After all, collagen is known to play an important role in how skin ages. "The hope is, the more collagen we have readily available in our dermis, the less elastin we're going to have—which results from the breakdown of collagen, often from UV light," explains dermatologist Orit Markowitz, MD. "That's what causes all these deep-pocketed wrinkles." While there's not enough clinical research to draw a direct connection between in...

We Asked Dermatologists To Help Us Find the 12 Best All-Natural Sunscreens SPY 2/9/2021 © Courtesy of Every Man Jack Once upon a time, the average consumer couldn’t care less about the ingredients in their skincare products. They just wanted those products to work. However, younger and more socially-conscious consumers are pushing the beauty industry to offer more transparency in product formulas, as well as more sustainable ingredients, eco-friendly packaging, cruelty-free practices and no harsh chemicals such as parabens. This movement makes sense, as we want to make sure that whateve...

How to Care for Your Dry Skin, According to a Dermatologist This is part of our weekly series  Test Drive, where our team of beauty experts demystify products and tools, and explore new techniques IRL. I'm barely going outside right now, but my skin is still feeling the effects of the cold, harsh winter. As someone with dry, sensitive skin, the low temperatures and the lack of humidity can make my body feel super itchy and flaky, which are major signs that I need to moisturize ASAP, says Orit Markowitz M.D., a board-certified dermatologist at Mount Sinai in New York City. She says these are...

We Ask a Derm: Why Are My Lips Always Chapped? PureWow 12/16/2020 Anyone else feel like they’re constantly dealing with dry, chapped lips? Rest assured, you’re certainly not alone in this—especially during the winter. “Though there are many causes for dryness and chapping, the most common reason is cold, dry weather,” says Dr. Robyn Gmyrek, Board-Certified Dermatologist at Union Square Laser Dermatology.  “Dry winter weather is known to damage sensitive, exposed mucous membranes like those found in your lips,” adds Dr. Orit Markowitz, a board-certified dermatologist and an As...