Little Bumps on Your Forehead? Here’s Why
June 13, 2025
At Gendler Dermatology in NYC, our team specializes in diagnosing and treating problem-prone skin, and one of the most common concerns we see is misdiagnosed forehead bumps. According to Dr. Gendler, board-certified dermatologist and skin health expert, those bumps may not be acne at all. Instead, you could be dealing with a con...
Bust the Myth: Do Retinoids Cause Cancer?
May 30, 2025
Retinoids are one of the most powerful and widely used tools in modern dermatology, yet despite their many benefits, some people still worry: Do retinoids cause cancer? It’s a question we hear often in our New York City office, and it deserves a clear, science-backed answer. If you’ve ever typed "Are retinoids safe?" into a ...
Skincare Advice for Your 20s and 30s
August 26, 2024
If the Sephora kid trend tells us anything, it's that young people are paying attention to skin health and appearance. Skincare companies know this, and now we are being bombarded daily with ads for products and dubious claims about their efficacy. Instead of trying to figure out what is necessary and truly effective, here's my ...
What to Expect During a Full Body Skin Exam
July 23, 2024
During a full body skin exam, your dermatologist will examine moles and other skin conditions. You want it to be a complete and thorough examination, right? That means you should remove all of your undergarments, including your underwear, bra, undershirt and socks before lying on the table. Next, your dermatologist will exami...
How to Find the Right Body Lotion For You
February 14, 2024
We are mid-way through winter, and your skin is dry and dull. You’re in desperate need of better body lotion, but which to choose? CVS alone has 100 options. Here’s what I tell my patients about finding the right body lotion: If the lotion smells good, absorbs well, is easy to apply, and works - and if you will use it con...
How to Build a Skincare Routine to Keep Your Skin Healthy and Beautiful
January 8, 2024
It’s very easy to build a skincare routine that is effective, simple, and well-tolerated. However, I’ve been noticing recently that people are overthinking this. My hundreds of thousands of followers on Instagram and TikTok have been asking me about specific ingredients. Should I use a product with Niacinamide? Should I...
