“The Ziplock Bag That Broke My Heart”: A Dermatologist’s Guide to Postpartum Hair Loss (and Getting Your Confidence Back)
The Heartache of Postpartum Hair Loss I’ll never forget the day one of my patients — a brilliant, high-powered executive — walked into my office clutching a Ziplock bag full of her own hair. Tears streaming, voice trembling, she said, “Dr. Kormeili, this all came out in just one week. I’m terrified it’ll never grow […]
Postpartum Skin and Hair Changes: Why You’re Not “Falling Apart” — You’re Just Rebuilding Beautifully
“Doctor… my skin is blotchy, my hair is falling out, and my stretch marks look worse every day. What happened to me?” That’s how many new moms start their postpartum skin consults — sometimes with tears, sometimes with a nervous laugh, and always with that look of please tell me this is temporary. And I […]
Oral Minoxidil: The Hair-Raising Secret Dermatologists Are Talking About
“Doc, my blood pressure is great… but now I’m growing hair in places I didn’t even know could grow hair!” That’s how one of my patients first discovered the power — and humor — of Oral Minoxidil. Once upon a time, Minoxidil wasn’t in your bathroom cabinet — it was in your blood pressure pill […]
Female Pattern Hair Loss in Women: Causes, Diagnosis & Best Treatment Options
Female pattern hair loss is different from men, and a little more complex to treat. Female hair loss is an overall reduction in density over the central scalp. It seems like the part is widening, in contrast to temples hollowing out at first in men. The subtle hair loss begins this way but does eventually […]
Finasteride vs. Minoxidil for Men: Which Hair Loss Treatment Works Best?
If you are a man who likes to keep his hair, you likely have heard so much about these two medications. But, what is really happening on the molecular level and which one is right for you? Finasteride and Minoxidil are both effective for hair treatment. The best analogy is like driving a car. The […]
How to Tighten and Plump Skin Without Surgery
Loose skin, facial hollowing, wrinkles and a less-defined jawline are not all the same problem—and they should not be treated with the same procedure. The most effective way to tighten and plump aging skin without surgery is usually a personalized combination of treatments. Depending on the patient’s anatomy, this may include collagen-stimulating lasers and devices, […]