Dr. Benjamin Barankin was quoted in the latest issue of Elle Canada in an article called “Skin care know-how: stop bullying your skin.” This article on the common and frustrating skin condition acne talks about switching up your cleanser, trying to treat or extract your own blemishes, and exfoliating of skin. Dr. Barankin warns about the risks of over exfoliating, and generally advises exfoliating once per week in the winter, and twice per week in the summer. He also warns how poking and squeezing acne lesions can result in inflammation and scarring of the skin. Click here to view the article.
By: Dr Ben Barankin