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But do youreallyneed to try them all?
To meet all of these requirements, you’ve got the option to count on dermatologist-founded brands.
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Derm brands include expert-researched formulas that are highly targeted and meant to yield clinical-level results.
Looking to addressdiscoloration, hormonal acne, or aging?Keep reading for 20 dermatologist-founded skincare brands to try.
AziMD’s mission is “dermatology by design because your skin deserves couture,” Dr. Shirazi tells us.
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“What works for your friends skin may not work for you.
Know your skin key in.
I developed Epionce to help me be a better doctor.
AziMD Skincare
If you keep the skin barrier healthy, beautiful skin follows.”
“As a barrier-first company, we are highly selective towards our ingredients and botanically based.
Key benefits include anti-aging properties and hydrated, smooth skin.
AziMD Skincare
This sunset became the inspiration for the outer packaging of the brand’s Major Fade collection.
Dr. Idrissis known for efficacious, no-nonsense formulas that deliver on resultsandpackaging.
Notably absent from Dr. Idriss’s products is the clinical, minimalistic marketing typically associated with dermatologist-founded skincare brands.
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The Depufferis a roll on serum made to reduce puffiness andredness.
Dr. Gabriel is an active researcher in the field of hormonal dermatology, conducting clinical trials in her office.
“Ingredients are medicine and medicine is science,” she explains.
Epionce
“Beautiful skin comes from effective daily skincare and research-proven remedies, not hype and marketing.”
Inflam-Aging Night Repair Treatmentis one of the brand’s hero products.
“It’s a powerhouse must-have for all skin types.”
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“I wanted to bring a piece of my heritage to the brand.
This gentle, gel-to-foam formula lifts away dirt and impurities without stripping or drying out the skin.
Dr. Dennis Gross
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A true OG dermatologist-founded brand if you will,Dr.
Dr. Idriss
Dennis Grosshas been around for 25 years.
The brand’s mission is safety, strength, success and the skin you want to see.
A peel a day changes everything.
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Theres a peel thats safe and effective for every bang out, age, and stage of skin.”
She entered the world of skincare entrepreneurship by foundingVisha Skincarein 2014.
She brought onIndy Chabra, MD,a Stanford-educated, board-certified dermatologist with a PhD in chemistry.
Dr. Zenovia Skincare
Dr. Chabra specializes in micrographic dermatologic surgery and is passionate about providing easier, faster access to dermatologic care.
Motifoffers vegan, research-backed products designed to deliver transformative skin results without irritation.
“Healthy skin starts at the cellular level,” Dr. Kappel says.
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“MDAiRE skincare uses innovative science and advanced technology to offer real-life results.
MDAiRE is the next generation of translational skincare.”
Barbara Sturm’s name is known by skincare obsessives far and wide.
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Fascinated by molecular cosmetics and aesthetics, the German doctor developed her own line of cutting-edge skincare in 2002.
In 2014, her full anti-inflammatory collection Molecular Cosmetics, was born.
The cult brand is especially loved for catering to those with melanated skin tones with itsDarker Skin Tonesproduct line.
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Obagi Medical
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Dr. Zein Obagi founded his eponymous luxury skincare brandObagi Medicalin the 1980s.
Best-selling products include theProfessional-C Serumand theNu-CilTM Eyelash Enhancing Serum.
The lash serum is ideal for those who have thin, sparse lashes.
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He believed that health and wellness were directly linked to skin health and appearance.
The science-backed brand is ranked as the number one dermatologist brand.
“Wellness is health, plus well-being.
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The brands goal is to develop skincare solutions that are directly backed by science.
It also includes the antioxidant Lipochroman, algae extract and peptides.
She specializes in acne,eczemaand skincare concerns specific to melanated skin.
Visha Skincare
Dr. Boakye has worked on Naomi Osakas KINLO, Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wades PROUDLY and John Legends LOVED01.
Dr. Boakye has developed two beauty brands,Dr.
In particular, Dr. Naana Beauty, focuses on protecting the skin barrier and addressing hyperpigmentation.
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The brand merges dermatological expertise with ethically sourced ingredientssuch as cocoa and shea butterfrom Ghana.
Karite is a body care line focused on alleviating dry skin.
Products are formulated with raw, unrefined shea butter to provide deep hydration and skin barrier protection.
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Dr. Naana BeautyFresh Face Cleanseris a sulfate-free formula that cleanses the skin without stripping moisture.
KariteCreme Mains Nourishing Hand Creamis a hydrating lotion that caters particularly well to those with eczema or psoriasis.
It is packed with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory ingredients such as tocopherol, catechins, and shea butter.
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She foundedPrequel, her skincare brand, as she felt a greater need for advanced formulas accessible to all.
Prequel offers clinical solutions to skin concerns and helps restore the skin barrier from head to toe.
Products target issues such as acne, rosacea, eczema, keratosis pilaris, hyperpigmentation and more.
MDAiRE Skincare
I want everyone to be confident in their own skin and the products they use to help it thrive.
PrequelGleanser Non-Drying Glycerin Cleanseris formulated with 50% glycerin and inulin, as well as arginine and oat extract.
It removes makeup and excess oil without stripping the skin.
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It was designed to suit all skin types, including sensitive and dry skin types.
TheMulti-Quench Plumping Hydration Serumhelps boost skin moisture and improve the skin barrier of dry skin types.
It is formulated with dual weight polyglutamic acid, glycerin, osmolytes and ectoin.
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After three years of research on the skins own circadian rhythm, she launched her skin care brand.
Althaea Skins collection was developed to work in sync with the skins circadian rhythm.
Althaea SkinC.A.R.A Multimodal Toolwas inspired by the in-office treatments performed by Dr. Ava for her clients.
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It combines radio frequency, EMS and LED light therapy for at-home use.
This tool stimulates skin renewal, as well as smoothes, firms and lifts the skin.
TheActivation Maskis a clear hydrating gel developed to be paired with the C.A.R.A Multimodal Tool.
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It is formulated with hyaluronic acid and squalane to improve skin texture, elasticity and suppleness.
He specializes in oculoplastic surgerycosmetic and restoration plastic surgery of the area around the eye.
TheRejuvenating Eye + SPF 15was developed with Dr. Fews cosmetic eye surgery patients in mind.
Dr. Barbara Sturm
TheEye Cream PMhelps target fine lines, wrinkles, puffiness, and dark circles.
It is formulated with palmitoyl oligopeptide, a punch in of peptide that stimulates collagen and elastin production.
I use it myself for my dark circles!
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The brand’s best-selling Brightening Eye Masks are made in South Korea.
La Roche-Posay is the number one skincare dermatologist-recommended brand.
Obagi Medical
Obagi Medical
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Lancer Skincare
Lancer Skincare
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Murad
Murad
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SkinCeuticals
SkinCeuticals
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Dr. Loretta
Dr. Loretta
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Dr. Naana Beauty
Karite
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Prequel
Prequel
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Althaea Skin
Althea Skin
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Dr. Few Skincare
Dr. Few Skincare
