From a reader. Can you help?
"I'm looking for suggestions...I went to the dermatologist for the first time today for my cystic acne. I was prescribed a retin-a, and told...
Bev B. replied:
your skin is a reflection of what's going on inside your body - watch closely the relationship of what you eat or drink and outbreaks - inside or outside your body does not need man- made chemicals to be healthy - https://www.facebook.com/photo.php...
Catherine C. replied:
Try MVO Treatment Cleanser with salicylic acid http://www.mvorganics.com/products/mvo-treatment-cleanser It's gentle but deep cleansing at the same time.
Karin T. replied:
Try May Lindstrom SKIN! Her Clean Dirt and The Problem Solver are amazing.
The G. replied:
LOVE Anthology Organic! XO <3
Janice S. replied:
wwwfrangipanibodyproducts.com All natural acne serum .
Samantha P. replied:
what's worked for me is using raw honey as a cleanser day and night, apple cider vinegar and water as a toner, and coconut oil as moisturizer. because of my dry skin, I use a serum mixed with the coconut oil from www.myantho.com for dry skin. once mine cleared up and felt normal, I started using a peel as my exfoliatior. antho www.myantho.com
Michaelle A. replied:
The Body Deli Grapefruit Sage cleanser; full of organic greens like kale juice, wheatgrass, and the like. And then working in more greens to your diet thru juicing, if possible. I truly believe greens, inside and out, have an amazing and transformative effect on troubled skin!! Good luck and hope you find your healthy skincare solution!
Caroline V. replied:
Last time I used a benzyl peroxyde product (a cream) I got a giant allergic kind of reaction, my skin was like swallen with pus... Have you ever tried a good lavender hydrolat (100% pure and natural!)? It can be used as a cleanser... Taking care of yo...See More
Efe O. replied:
Also, here is a more "natural/non-toxic" form of Retin-A: http://www.iherb.com/.../29793 I've considered using 'cause my dermatologist prescribed me Retin A for my acne and hyperpigmentation. I do not use it currently but I may in the future. Life Flo Health, Retinol A 1%, Advanced Revitalization Cream, 1.7 oz (50 ml) - iHerb.comwww.iherb.comLife Flo Health, Retinol A 1%, Advanced Revitalization Cream, 1.7 oz (50 ml)
Efe O. replied:
I have acne (pimples + occasional cysts). I use the Alba Botanica Acnedote skin care line (http://www.albabotanica.com/collections/acnedote.html) -- Deep Pore Wash, Deep Clean Astringent, Oil Control Moisturizer and Invisible Treatment Gel. The produc...See More
Serenityonthe N. replied:
Please tell her to read this. So important! http://serenityonthehumber.wordpress.com/tag/acne-cure/
Emily M. replied:
I swear by the evanhealy protocol. It is amazing on cystic acne. http://www.evanhealy.com/products/sample_kits/4
Dermatologist recommendations in Minneapolis please???
Nicole N. replied:
http://jenniferbiglow.md.com/offices/office/17387
Amy J. replied:
Melissa Waterman in Edina. Love her! http://www.fairview.org/Providers/Bio/D_122586
Emily F. replied:
Jennifer Bigelow - Medical Arts in Downtown Mpls - she is great!
Brianna P. replied:
Jennifer Healy at Dermatology Specialists PA. I was able to get in pretty quickly as compared to anywhere else, also I tend to be pretty particular of my drs, I liked her a lot.
Dave R. replied:
Dr. Google McInternet
Jackie H. replied:
Susan Holt, SW Derm in Richfield!
Kelly M. replied:
Dr. Whitney Tope is some kind of wizard. Academic Dermatology in Edina.
Nicole N. replied:
Dr. Jennifer Biglow
Meghan M. replied:
Dr Katherine Biebl Duckworth at park Nicollet in st Louis park.
Quinn R. replied:
Jennifer Biglow downtown Medical Arts. She's the real deal.
Does anyone have a referral for a dermatologist in the Twin Cities who sees kids?
Joleen S. replied:
I have taken Alicia to Dr. Mimi Lam at Skin Care Doctors since she was 9 months. They have offices in Edina, Burnsville and Orono. We see her in Edina and first saw her in Burnsville (referred by her pediatrician when they were stumped about a diagnosis). Dr. Lam sees children and adults.
ISO - A good dermatologist. I need to get a routine skin cancer check. I did see a doctor at Skin Physicians PA in Rogers a few years ago and I was not pleased.
Brenda R. replied:
Allina Elk River is awful DONT GO THERE - didn't think I had SC reviewed skin issue for 4 years, dismissed my concerns- Mohs surgery at Mayo - two locations and 8 other locations a simple scoop and freeze. Completely unnecessary had Allina caught it early. Go to Park Nicollet in MG or SLP.
Brenda R. replied:
Associated Skin care is awful too.
Angie A. replied:
Dr, Lee in MG and Dr. Mischke in CR are both in my network!
Angie A. replied:
I did read some good things about Skin Speaks in Blaine, but it doesn't look like they are in my network.
Toni L. replied:
Dr. Lee was very good. Very personable. She checked the 5 moles I was concerned about and explained why each was not a concern. Then proceeded to find a black mole that I never even noticed, explained why it was a concern, and removed it. Also, she took time to discuss my infant daughter's eczema, and made some suggestions.
Cheryl F. replied:
Coon Rapids Professional Building Clinic 3833 Coon Rapids Blvd, Suite 280 Coon Rapids MN Very pleased with them. Been going for 5 years.
Lisa O. replied:
I think I've been going 4 years. My girlfriend swears Dr Mischke saves her husband's life (who had skin cancer twice) The office staff is super there too not just the doctors.
Angie A. replied:
I just made an appt. with Dr. Mischke. I couldn't get in until August 26 th, but it's better than six weeks! Thanks everyone!
Elysia L. replied:
If u don't mind going to St Cloud, Dr Rachel Wenner at CentraCare Health Plaza.
Elysia L. replied:
Dr Mischke is great too. I saw him in St. Cloud, before he moved to Coon Rapids.
Julie W. replied:
Skin Physicians is the WORST. They missed my Lupus and diagnosed me as a - ok! I would see Dr. Pierre-Louis at the U of M dermatology downtown. The best there is.
Toni L. replied:
I disagree, Associated Skin Care Specialists in Maple Grove are fantastic. Dr. Lee was wonderful. I just had a full body check a few months ago.
Lisa O. replied:
Dr Mischke in Coon Rapids I have seen many times and so have friends of mine. He is well respected and very knowledgeable! 763-571-4000 is the office number. I've had two surgeries done in his office and very satisfied. The office address is 3833 Coon Rapids Blvd #280. Do not go to guy in strip mall in Rogers!
Looking for a good dermatologist, prefer one here in Brooklyn Park or at the North Memorial Clinic/Hospital area in Robbinsdale. Even better if you know they accept...
Michelle R. replied:
I go to Dr. Michael McCormick up here at Brooklyn Center Health Partner's across from the post office. he is awesome!
Mary S. replied:
I had a difficult time finding one in the BP area for my son. We landed up with MN Dermatology at West Health and my son has been very happy with the success of his tx.
Kelly P. replied:
Dr. Ecker at MN Dermatology at West Health in Plymouth is good. He is very thorough.
Jen S. replied:
My son (I saw her too) saw Dr. Jennifer Lee at Dermatology specialists in Edina. A drive but she was worth it.
Ann R. replied:
Associated Skin care in Maple Grove, Dr. Bailey Lee, she is awesome! My husband has a skin condition called PG, after seeing Dr' s at the Mayo, U of M and others around the twin cities we decided to try her. His skin is clearing up and he is doing much better.
Fred K. replied:
Try Associated Skin Care in Maple Grove which is by the hospital, I know they take Blue Cross
Fred K. replied:
My wife saw Dr Bailey Lee as well at Associated Skin Care and was satisfied with her. We recently transferred from Minnesota Dermatology in Plymouth.
Does anyone have a really good dermatologist they can recommend? Preferably somewhat close to South Minneapolis area.
Jess B. replied:
I like Nadine Miller at Uptown Dermatology, that's where I go! She's a physicians asst. dermatologist but she does all the same things as my previous dermatologist did!
Jennifer F. replied:
Dr. Tope. Harvard grad, Academic Dermatology in Edina. I have been seeing him for 12 years- simply, the best!!