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    Hair appreciation post… I get Qs all the time o Hair appreciation post… I get Qs all the time on my hair that I relay to my color angel… She always assures me that the best way to request a hair style you see is to bring in photos to your appointment. In fact, she says my hair color is one of the most requested photos she gets which is oddly flattering considering I actually have nothing to do with how it turns out 😂 For my locals: I see @lily_tookey_hair at @igksalons … I’ve been seeing Lily for a couple of years now and tell everyone I can about her 😂 . . . . . . #brunette #brunettebalayage #igkmiami #igksalon #brunettehair #brunettesofinstagram #beautybloggers #balayage #balayagehighlights #miamiblogger #miamibloggers #miamibeautyblogger #miamibeauty
    When it comes to caring for our skin, I am often a When it comes to caring for our skin, I am often asked for “systems” that can be used when we don’t have the knowledge or time to build a regimen from scratch. Skin care is not a one size fits all and in these cases it’s important to choose a system that will be gentle enough for even sensitive skin but will still offer protective and corrective benefits. One of my go to systems for just that is the @eltamdskincare Skin Recovery System. Find out more about why I love this system for myself, my husband and especially the skin care novice over on the blog! #sensitiveskin #sensitiveskincare #skintips101 #eltamdskincare #skinstore @skinstore
    Rounding up some of my favorite gifts for the skin Rounding up some of my favorite gifts for the skincare and beauty lover in your life...AD| linked my holiday favorites on my @shop.ltk @clinique #cliniquepartner #liketkit #LTKHoliday #LTKbeauty http://liketk.it/3sbX4
    I fully planned to get a proper bump pick yesterda I fully planned to get a proper bump pick yesterday… our last Holiday season just the 2 of us. Feels bittersweet (mostly very sweet). What a crazy journey to embark on. By this time next year between a few close girlfriends and close family that are also expecting we will have 5 (and the number is growing everyday) new souls to meet. I still feel like just a kid myself figuring out the ways of the world, but I’m excited to figure it out together 💕 Also I totally underestimated how great it is to let your post-thanksgiving feast belly just hang on out. 😂
    This pregnancy is flying by 😅… My 2nd Trimest This pregnancy is flying by 😅… My 2nd Trimester Must Haves are up on theskinthusiastblog.com! 👩🏻‍💻 Share your pregnancy must haves in the comments so we can all do a little shopping 🛍 . . . . . #pregnancyskincare #pregnancy #pregnancyskin #secondtrimester
    This video has been HIGHLY requested! Details for This video has been HIGHLY requested! Details for everything I talked about below! 1. Farmacy Beauty Cleansing Balm: https://bit.ly/3nficaX & as promised here is a list of all my favorite cleansing balms at every price point!: https://shopmyshelf.us/collections/9289 2. Seiso Fuwafuwa Foaming Cleanser: https://myshlf.us/p-75002 3. Versed Dark Spot Gel: https://bit.ly/30mZpkI 4. Barefaced Overachiever 5. Skinfix Barrier+ Moisturizer: https://bit.ly/3wJg1zv 6. Revision DEJ Eye Cream: The eye product I mentioned for the morning was Revox Line Relaxer: https://bit.ly/3bBH2sx (discount code AMY25) 7. La Neige Lip Mask: https://bit.ly/3Dj4o4u What questions do you have? Leave them in the comments below! Want more pregnancy skin care? Check out my AM routine! . . . . #pregnancyskincare #pregnancyskincareroutine #pregnancyroutine #pmroutine #skincareroutine #pregnancyannouncement #pregnancylife #mommybloggers #pregnantblogger #sephorahaul #skinfix #farmacybeauty #laneige #versed
    #paidpartner The answer to this question may surpr #paidpartner The answer to this question may surprise you! Patients ask me, “What is the right age to receive @BotoxCosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA)?” Dun, dun, dun... and the answer simply is, as long as you are 18+, there isn’t a specific age after that! In fact, it’s probably a different answer for everyone as genetics, expressions, and daily habits can all be contributing factors to the appearance of your moderate to severe frown lines, crow’s feet and forehead lines. If you’re wondering about this treatment, take advantage of National #BotoxCosmetic Day and make an appointment with a provider to discuss if this treatment is right for you. As a general rule of thumb, I recommend treatment when patients start to see more severe/deeper lines. If we’re being honest, I use BOTOX® Cosmetic myself and I still look like me, just temporarily with fewer lines! Learn more about BOTOX® Cosmetic Day at botoxcosmeticday.com. For full Product Information for BOTOX® Cosmetic including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide, see @BotoxCosmeticPI --- BOTOX® Cosmetic is FDA approved to temporarily make moderate to severe frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines look better in adults. Actual Patient results may vary. --- Talk to your doctor about BOTOX® Cosmetic and whether it’s right for you. There are risks with this product - The effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic may spread hours to weeks after injection causing serious symptoms. Alert your doctor right away as difficulty swallowing, speaking, breathing, eye problems or muscle weakness can be a sign of a life-threatening condition. Patients with these conditions before injection are at the highest risk. Side effects may include allergic reactions, neck and injection-site pain, fatigue and headache. Allergic reactions can include rash, welts, asthma symptoms, and dizziness. Don’t receive BOTOX® Cosmetic if there’s a skin infection. Tell your doctor your medical history, muscle or nerve conditions (including ALS/Lou Gehrig's disease, myasthenia gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome), and medications, including botulinum toxins, as these may increase the risk of serious side effects. BOTOX® Cosmetic is available by prescription only.
    For more information on retinoids and how to incor For more information on retinoids and how to incorporate them while minimizing irritation head to theskinthusiastblog.com https://theskinthusiastblog.com/retinoids-101/ I tagged some of my favorite Derms, Derm PAs AND skinfluencers to share their favorite retinoids, too! I would love to know your favorite starter retinoid for beginners or which one your currently love and use?! I’ll go first in the comments! . . . . . . #retinol #retinoids #retina #tretinoint #acnetips #retinolserum #retinolskincare #skincareblogger #dermpa #skintips101 #skintips #skincareeducation
    My Top 10 Sephora Sale picks just went out to my e My Top 10 Sephora Sale picks just went out to my email list! ✉️Link in stories and in bio to sign up & it will be sent immediately to your inbox! . . . . . #sephorasale #sephorahaul #sephorafavorites #sephora #ltkbeauty #ltksalealert
    Lots of new faces in the last month or so… here’s a recap if you’re new here… •I’m Amy, a Cosmetic Dermatology PA with a passion for beauty and skin. •I live in Miami with my husband, our two rescue kittens and a Spring babe on the way. 🤰🏻 •I started blogging in 2016 when I graduated PA school and needed a creative outlet. Who knew it would turn into my second full time gig! •While I consider myself a beauty and lifestyle blogger, all my skin care content comes from an evidence-based background and I use my platforms (IG, Blog, TikTok & Pinterest) to educate on a larger scale. Rest assured you’re getting the same general tips and advice here that I share with my own patients. •My drink of choice is American coffee with a splash of almond milk and a nice glass of Malbec when I’m not growing a human. Now a question for you… what content would you like to see here? Favorite red lipsticks? Best cozy pajamas? Best and worst skin care of 2021? Hospital bag recs? Holiday gift sets? Best affordable wine for date night? I’m an open book! Leave them below ⬇️ #lifestylebloggers #beautyblogs #bbloggers #skincarecommunity #skintips101
    Did you know you need between 1/4 and 1/2 teaspoon Did you know you need between 1/4 and 1/2 teaspoon of sunscreen on the face and neck each morning?! And that’s just one application. Do the math and it’s easy to see that one bottle should NOT last you very long. This is why it’s important to find one you love and that is within your budget! Some of my favorite affordable brands and most cosmetically elegant formulations are included in my Reels and TikToks! #skintips #sunscreentips #dermpa #skincarememes #skincarehumor
    Morning Pregnancy Skin Care Routine. My morning pr Morning Pregnancy Skin Care Routine. My morning pregnancy skin care routine… I want to preface this by saying this is just my own personal routine. These are also all products I am comfortable recommending to my patients. Inevitably I know I will get the “you’re using ‘insert ingredient’?!” “What about X?”. For these questions I definitely encourage you to check out my older blog post on ingredients to avoid in pregnancy! I know all of this can seem overwhelming but in general there are really just a handful of ingredients to avoid in pregnancy and if you’re ever unsure please ask your OB or Derm provider! Ultimately, I am only interested in omitting things from my life with sufficient evidence that they could potentially be a problem. Be wary of the average mommy blog touting that perfectly safe ingredients could cause harm due to some remote theoretical issue. It’s always best to consult your provider for evidence-based recommendations. AM routine: 1. BPO cleanser. I deal with acne and rosacea and this one keeps both under control for me. 2. Eye Cream. I love a brightening eye cream during the day. I use an eye cream both morning and night and right after cleansing. 3. Vitamin C. The second most important product in pregnancy in my option, Vitamin C helps arm your skin cells with a defense against dreaded melasma. 4. Moisturizer. As cooler, drier weather approaches, cream formulations are best. If you’re an oily skin type you can certainly stick to a gel or a lotion as weather turns. It’s about listening to your skin here! 5. SPF. THE MOST important product you can use during pregnancy. I am personally comfortable using both mineral and the occasional chemical screen but this is ultimately a personal decision. Opting for tinted gives me the best defense again hyperpigmentation. What questions do you have?! Leave them below! . . . . . #pregnancyskincare #pregnancyskincareroutine #melasma #morningskincareroutine #expecting #expectingmom #ceferulic #vitamincserum #skinblogger #skinfluencer #mommyblog #pregnancyskincaretips @origins @janmariniskinresearch @skinceuticals @skinfixinc @drdennisgross @drmtlgy
    Coming to a crib near you March, 2022 👶🏼🍼 Coming to a crib near you March, 2022 👶🏼🍼
    Ibiza Nights 💃🏼. A tutorial for this look wa Ibiza Nights 💃🏼. A tutorial for this look was highly requested so here it is 💕 I had so much fun creating this with some amazing RMS beauty products! Everything I used is linked in stories and in my bio! . . . . . #beautylooks #beautytips #beautylovers #rmsbeauty #redlip #redlips #beautyroutine #beautybloggers #getthatglow #rmsbeauty #cleanbeauty #cleanbeautyproducts #easymakeuptutorial #everydaymakeup
    Eye Creams 101. Eye creams: Do you absolutely nee Eye Creams 101. Eye creams: Do you absolutely need one? No way! Are they a helpful addition to your regimen? I believe so. * Eye serums or creams can be used in the morning. Here it depends on preference and concerns. Creams will be more moisturizing and can be either gentle or with active ingredients. Serums tend to be targeted with active ingredients. * At night I prefer a cream formulation to really moisturize the area and plump fine lines. * Be gentle with this skin. Pat or glide instead of rubbing vigorously. Use light pressure. Eye products I love: @origins Ginzeng Refreshing Eye Cream @drdennisgross Retinol + Ferulic Eye Serum @pcaskin Sheer Tint Eye (has tinted SPF coverage so it’s great for dark circles) @colorescience Total Eye Concentrate and Total Eye 3-in-1 with SPF @skinfix Triple Lipid Boost Eye Cream What topics would you like to see more of? . . . . . #eyecream #eyecreams #skintips #instaskin #skincareblog #instaskincare #365skincare #skinthusiast #eyeproduct #undereyebags #undereyecircles #pmroutine #nighttimeroutine
    I’ll scream it from the rooftops!! Don’t waste I’ll scream it from the rooftops!! Don’t waste your money on treating hyperpigmentation with skin care or procedures until you’ve got the basics down! This is the simplest, most affordable step you can take! Hyperpigmentation will not improve without proper DAILY UV protection! 1. Find an SPF of at least 30 that you love so you’re more likely to apply it every single day. 2. Choose tinted if you’re struggling with hyperpigmentation as the iron oxides provide visible light protection which has been shown to worsen hyperpigmentation. 3. Apply enough! I encourage everyone to measure out 1/2 teaspoon to get a feel for how much they need to apply every day. This is by far the biggest issue I see with my patients in clinic who aren’t improving as quickly as I would like. 4. Reapply! …If you’re outside, every 2 hours. If you’re inside all day and not leaving, my personal opinion is that one GOOD, full application in the morning will suffice for most. 5. Be patient. Hyperpigmentation is tricky and affects millions. It takes a lot of patience and some types are not “curable”. Finding what works best for your skin management is key! . . . . . #sunscreenalways #sunscreenfirst #sunscreeneveryday #skintips #skincaretips #skincarecommunity #skincarememes #skinmemes #skincareinfluencer #skinfluencer #skinthusiast #skincareproductsthatwork #bestskincare #skinsecrets #skincaresecrets @eltamdskincare @pcaskin @drdennisgross @obagimedical @larocheposayusa @colorescience #skinstore #exclusivebeautyclub
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