Cosmetic Corner
Cosmetic Corner: Dermatologists Weigh in on OTC Acne Preparations
Leading dermatologists offered their recommendations on the top OTC acne preparations. See what they're recommending to their patients and why.
To improve patient care and outcomes, leading dermatologists offered their recommendations on the top antiperspirants. Consideration must be given to:
- Certain Dri
DSE Healthcare Solutions
“Certain Dri is what I have my patients use when they want to stay dry.”—Wm. Philip Werschler, MD, Seattle, Washington
- Degree Dry Protection for Men
Unilever
Recommended by Gary Goldenberg, New York, New York
- Dove Clinical Protection
Unilever
“This product combines clinical strength ingredients with a moisturizing base to reduce potential irritation to the treated areas. The main ingredient (aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrex gly) is effective at reducing perspiration yet less irritating than the traditional aluminum chloride used in many other antiperspirants.” —Suzan Obagi, MD, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
“The Dove Clinical Protection product line is effective yet gentle enough for sensitive skin.”—Marta I. Rendon, MD, Boca Raton, Florida
- Dove Go Sleeveless
Unilever
“It’s moisturizing, hypoallergenic, and fragrance free. I’ve never seen a case of irritant or allergic contact dermatitis in someone using it.” —Whitney P. Bowe, Brooklyn, New York
- Green Tea Cream Deodorant
Elizabeth Arden, Inc.
“I love Green Tea by Elizabeth Arden for women. It is scented, so it is not an option for patients who are allergic to fragrances.”—Antonella Tosti, MD, Miami, Florida
- Secret Clinical Strength
Procter & Gamble
Recommended by Gary Goldenberg, New York, New York
- Tom’s of Maine Unscented Naturally Dry Antiperspirant
SureSource LLC
“This brand uses minimal additive ingredients.”—Anthony M. Rossi, MD, New York, New York
Cutis invites readers to send us their recommendations. Stretch mark reducers, exfoliators, and OTC hair removal will be featured in upcoming editions of Cosmetic Corner. Please e-mail your recommendation(s) to the Editorial Office. ((link to cutis@frontlinemedcom.com))
Disclaimer: Opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of Cutis or Frontline Medical Communications Inc. and shall not be used for product endorsement purposes. Any reference made to a specific commercial product does not indicate or imply that Cutis or Frontline Medical Communications Inc. endorses, recommends, or favors the product mentioned. No guarantee is given to the effects of recommended products.
