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[Browse Articles](/articles) ## Trending Today [ ![Ingrown Hairs: Why They Happen and How to Prevent and Treat Them](/assets/ingrown-hairs-hero-CkR_Lz3O.jpg) Skin Concerns ### Ingrown Hairs: Why They Happen and How to Prevent and Treat Them Painful red bumps where you shaved or waxed are usually ingrown hairs — and the way you've been treating them is probably making them worse. Here's the actual playbook. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read ](/articles/skin-concerns/ingrown-hairs-prevention-treatment)[ ![The Difference Between Retinol and Retinoid: Why It Actually Matters](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1617897903246-719242758050?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) Ingredients ### The Difference Between Retinol and Retinoid: Why It Actually Matters These two terms are used interchangeably, but they sit at very different points on the potency spectrum. Here's why the distinction matters for your skin. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read ](/articles/ingredients/retinol-vs-retinoid-difference)[ ![Face Yoga: What the Science Says About Facial Exercises and Aging](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1506126613408-eca07ce68773?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) Treatments ### Face Yoga: What the Science Says About Facial Exercises and Aging Face yoga promises a natural alternative to Botox and fillers. But can facial exercises actually combat aging, or do they just give you new wrinkles? Here's what the evidence says. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read ](/articles/treatments/face-yoga-facial-exercises) ## Explore Topics [ ![Ingredients](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1556228578-0d85b1a4d571?w=800&h=512&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) ### Ingredients Deep dives into the active ingredients that actually make a difference in your skincare routine. We break down the science, debunk the marketing hype, and tell you what really works. Browse ](/topics/ingredients)[ ![Treatments](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1629909613654-28e377c37b09?w=800&h=512&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) ### Treatments Honest, evidence-based guides to professional and at-home treatments. From chemical peels to injectables, we cover what to expect, what works, and what to skip. Browse ](/topics/treatments)[ ![Skin Concerns](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1616394584738-fc6e612e71b9?w=800&h=512&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) ### Skin Concerns Targeted guidance for specific skin issues including acne, hyperpigmentation, barrier damage, rosacea, and more. Real solutions backed by dermatological research. Browse ](/topics/skin-concerns)[ ### Light Therapy Expert guidance on LED and light-based skincare, from acne-fighting blue light to collagen-supporting red and near-infrared therapy. Browse ](/topics/light-therapy)[ ### Skin Care Foundational guidance on building effective routines, choosing products for your skin type, and understanding the essentials of daily skin care. Browse ](/topics/skin-care) ## Latest Articles [View All](/articles) [ ![LED Light Therapy Colors Explained ](/__l5e/assets-v1/58376e34-d4c4-4542-b32a-6418a776ccc4/SOD_colors.png) Light Therapy ### LED Light Therapy Colors Explained LED masks arrive with anywhere from one setting to eight, labelled by color rather than by anything that explains what the colors are for. Red, blue, green, yellow, and several others all appear in consumer devices, and the marketing rarely distinguishes between the ones with substantial research behind them and the ones added to lengthen a specification list. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read ](/articles/light-therapy/led-light-therapy-colors-explained)[ ![How to Use an LED Mask](/assets/SOD_mask_routine-CwR4VBo9.png) Light Therapy ### How to Use an LED Mask LED masks work best when they are treated as a clean, consistent skincare step rather than something used randomly when the skin looks dull or stressed. The routine itself is simple: cleanse, dry the skin, use the mask, then apply skincare afterward. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read ](/articles/light-therapy/how-to-use-an-led-mask-frequency-routine-best-results)[ ![What Does Red Light Therapy Do? ](/assets/SOD_redlight-ChmBX3C3.png) Light Therapy ### What Does Red Light Therapy Do? Red light therapy uses specific red or near-infrared wavelengths to support visible skin quality, including smoother-looking texture, better radiance, more even tone, and a calmer-looking complexion over time. It is most often discussed for the face, where concerns like dullness, fine lines, redness, and uneven texture tend to show first. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read ](/articles/light-therapy/what-does-red-light-therapy-do)[ ![LED Light Therapy for Dark Circles](/assets/SOD_eye_mask-DTPrkFlY.png) Skin Care ### LED Light Therapy for Dark Circles Dark circles under eyes can make the face look tired even when the skin is otherwise healthy. LED light therapy can be a useful addition to a dark circle routine, especially when the under-eye area looks dull, uneven, tired, or thin. By supporting better-looking skin quality over time, it can help the area appear brighter, calmer, and more refreshed. Jamie Reeves · 7 min read ](/articles/skin-care/led-light-therapy-for-dark-circles) ## Myth vs. Fact [View All](/myth-vs-fact) [ ![Drinking More Water Hydrates Your Skin](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1548839140-29a749e1cf4d?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&fm=webp) PARTIALLY TRUE ### Drinking More Water Hydrates Your Skin ](/myth-vs-fact/drinking-water-hydrates-skin)[ ![Oily Skin Doesn't Need Moisturizer](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1556228578-0d85b1a4d571?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&fm=webp) MYTH ### Oily Skin Doesn't Need Moisturizer ](/myth-vs-fact/oily-skin-doesnt-need-moisturizer)[ ![Pores Open and Close With Hot and Cold Water](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1507003211169-0a1dd7228f2d?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&fm=webp) MYTH ### Pores Open and Close With Hot and Cold Water ](/myth-vs-fact/pores-open-and-close)[ ![You Only Need SPF on Sunny Days](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1532938911079-1b06ac7ceec7?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&fm=webp) MYTH ### You Only Need SPF on Sunny Days ](/myth-vs-fact/spf-only-on-sunny-days) ## Upcoming Conferences Key events for dermatology professionals in 2026 ### AAD Annual Meeting 2026 March 27–31, 2026 Denver, Colorado ### Diversity in Dermatology Conference April 16–19, 2026 Washington, DC ### EADO Dermato-Oncology Congress April 23–25, 2026 Prague, Czech Republic ### EADV Spring Symposium May 7–9, 2026 Athens, Greece ### SID Annual Meeting May 13–16, 2026 Chicago, Illinois ### ESCD Congress 2026 June 24–27, 2026 Copenhagen, Denmark ### AAD Innovation Academy July 16–19, 2026 New York, New York ### EADV Congress 2026 September 30 – October 3, 2026 Vienna, Austria ### ASDS Annual Meeting November 5–8, 2026 San Diego, California ## Stay Informed. 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