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Because the microneedling results aren’t as pronounced, at-home microneedling may be risky because people overuse these products in an attempt to achieve the same results possible in a dermatology office.
Suitable For All Skin Types Mineral sunscreens are hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic. I recommend mineral sunscreen to patients that have inflammation of the skin, sensitive skin, acne-prone skin or have had an energy-based procedure in the office," says Dr. Khorasani.
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