In today's episode, Skincast hosts Luke Johnson, MD and Michelle Tarbox, MD are joined by Dr. Fayne Frey, a board-certified dermatologist and author of the book The Skincare Hoax: How You're Being Tricked Into Buying Lotions, Potions & Wrinkle Cream. Dr. Frey shares with us her expert insights into over-the-counter cosmetic skincare products and offers advice on how to be a smart consumer of them.

Skincast hosts Dr. Johnson and Dr. Tarbox dispel the myths and mysteries that surround topical steroids and explain how these mighty medications can sooth your skin condition with minimal side effects. 

Our skin works hard for us all summer — protecting us from the heat, poisonous plants and venomous bugs, but sometimes those get the best of us. In today's episode, Dr. Johnson and Dr. Tarbox discuss a few of the major summertime challenges that can affect our skin's health and what solutions work best for combatting them. (Hint: That store-bought aloe vera in your medicine cabinet probably isn't doing you many favors!)

With Psoriasis Awareness Month just a few short weeks away, Skincast hosts Luke Johnson, MD and Michelle Tarbox, MD break down the basics of this skin condition as well as their recommendations for managing it through phototherapy, lifestyle changes, and more.

While generally harmless, Molluscum is a very common skin condition amongst children ages 2-10. So common that you may know them by their nickname "Water Warts" instead! In today's episode, Skincast hosts Luke Johnson, MD and Michelle Tarbox, MD explain what causes these wart-like bumps, why they're so common, and options for treatment for when you just can't stand them any longer.

From the common wart to high-risk types, preventative vaccines to over-the-counter treatment options, Skincast hosts Luke Johnson, MD and Michelle Tarbox, MD share a comprehensive rundown of all things warts in this week's episode.

Whether you're more acquainted with the pesty plant or Batman's wiley nemesis, you probably know to stay away from anything by the name of Poison Ivy. In today's Skincast episode, hosts Luke Johnson, MD and Michelle Tarbox, MD explain why our skin reacts to poison ivy and poison oak, how to treat the rashes they cause, and what other types of plants you'll want to steer clear of (*cough* Giant Hogweed *cough*).

You may have heard recently that celebrities including Jada Pinkett-Smith, Tyra Banks, and Matt Lucas have Alopecia Areata, but what do you know about this type of hair loss condition? In today's episode, Skincast hosts Luke Johnson, MD and Michelle Tarbox, MD break down the causes of this physically harmless and painless autoimmune disease, as well as the options for patients who wish to treat it. 

Vitiligo, an autoimmune skin disease known to many as the "Michael Jackson Disease", affects about 1% of the population and chances are you know someone who has it! In Episode 23, Skincast hosts Luke Johnson, MD and Michelle Tarbox, MD discuss the possible causes of the skin condition as well as management and treatment options — plus why some choose to not treat their vitiligo.  

Virtual healthcare visits have become much more common over the past two years, and in this episode of Skincast Dr. Johnson and Dr. Tarbox share their advice for making the most of them! Whether you're on a video call to discuss your acne or taking a photo of a suspicious mole, tune in for Skincast's top tips.

Hives, welts, urticaria... whatever you call them they are a common (albeit uncomfortable) skin condition with a number of causes, but the good news is that they're easy to treat! Whether they're the result of your child's cold or your blood pressure medication, Dr. Johnson and Dr. Tarbox offer advice for which products to turn to and which to avoid. If you suspect that your hives are the result of something that's prominent in your daily life, say the family dog or a common food, University...

In Episode 19, Skincast hosts Luke Johnson, MD and Michelle Tarbox, MD broke down some of the sources of itch and today they share their expert advice on treating it! From simple petroleum jelly to topical steroids to mindfulness practices, there are a number of solutions for your discomfort.

From bug bites to dry skin to poison ivy, there are a thousand reasons you might be itchy. In fact, just reading this sentence might be making you itchy right now! In this episode, Dr. Johnson and Dr. Tarbox discuss the various sources that make you scratch. Tune in next time to hear about treatment options! 

We all have our scars, whether they're from a surgery, inflamed acne, or, in Dr. Johnson's case, a classic run-in with a chainlink fence as a teenager. By now you've no doubt heard the myths (to let a wound 'air out'), the misunderstandings (that every wound needs Neosporin), and the unsubstantiated claims (essential oils might smell nice but that may be all). In this episode of Skincast, our board-certified dermatologist hosts explain how scars are formed, how we can help them heal, and even...

In part III of Skincast's series on cosmetic dermatology, our hosts discuss a variety of cutting-edge procedures offered by board-certified dermatologists to address everything from wrinkles and hyperpigmentation to cellulite and spider veins. 

This week continues the multi-part series describing how cosmetic dermatology services and products improve your skin's health and appearance. In today's episode, Dr. Johnson and Dr. Tarbox share pointers on addressing dark spots and other hyperpigmentation with advice on shopping for over-the-counter skincare products.

While Dr. Tarbox is away, University of Utah dermatologist Adam J. Tinklepaugh, MD joins Skincast as a special guest. We promised listeners a multi-part series covering cosmetic dermatology, so consider this Part 1.5! Dr. Tinklepaugh explains his approach to treating patients as both a cosmetic dermatologist and Mohs surgeon, his top treatment recommendations, and the best skincare you can buy for under $100. 

While the Skincast crew is working on some brand new episodes for the new year (with new guests!), enjoy this look back at tips from Dr. Johnson and Dr. Tarbox for dealing with acne. They offer up simple techniques and recommend affordable products that can make a big difference in minimizing acne's impact on your skin.

As the Skincast crew takes a few weeks off to enjoy the holidays with our families and friends, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from the archives. Hosts Luke Johnson, MD, and Michelle Tarbox, MD, discuss how COVID-19 safety measures can affect our skin's health and what we can do about it. Mask-induced acne, or as we like to call it 'Maskne'? Hands dry from frequent washing? These board-certified dermatologists have the solutions.

Episode 12 kicks off a multi-part series on how cosmetic dermatology can improve the appearance of your skin. In this episode, learn about what you can do at home between good skincare routines (like we discussed in Episode 6), sun protection, and more. 

Following up on Episode 10's explainer on the basics of eczema, in this episode of Skincast we discuss the treatment options for this common skin condition. While there is no cure for eczema, Dr. Johnson and Dr. Tarbox offer effective and affordable options for treating it.

Eczema is a common skin condition that can affect all ages. You may have even had eczema as a child before growing out of it! In this episode of Skincast, Dr. Johnson and Dr. Tarbox explain what causes this uncomfortable condition (and what does not). Tune in again next week to learn more about treatment options.

What does our skin do for us? How about our hair and nails? And how do we help skin to function at its best? In this episode of Skincast, hosts Luke Johnson, MD and Michelle Tarbox, MD cover the basics of how our skin, hair, and nails work in order to help us better understand how to fight acne, why to use sun protection, and more.

Halloween is only a few days away so whether your child has their heart set on re-creating Frankenstein's green face or you're planning on a set of rainbow eyelashes to complete your unicorn costume, Skincast has you covered. In this episode, Dr. Johnson and Dr. Tarbox are joined by two guests offering expert advice on Halloween makeup Do's and Dont's (plus tips for ensuring you don't have any lingering tiger stripes on your face come Monday morning!).