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SheKnows posted “23 Buzzy Fragrance-Free or Unscented Products for Sensitive Skin” featuring Visha Skincare.

The article features Visha Skincare Mommy Brightener with Illuminotex.

When you’re perusing the aisles of Sephora or your local drugstore for beauty products, we can almost guarantee one of the first things you do is a smell check, which makes complete sense. Most of us are attracted to hair, skin and makeup finds that have a pleasant scent. However, that same factor, whether it’s natural or synthetic, can also lead to irritation or infection if your skin is on the sensitive side.

And since not all fragrances are easily detected, even the hidden “lighter” smells could do serious damage. For that reason, experts recommend scanning the ingredients list for commonly used chemicals like perfume, limonene, eugenol and geraniol. There’s also this list of buzzy products that just so happen to be unscented too. Start crafting a gentler head-to-toe skin regimen ahead.

Visha Skincare Mommy Brightener with Illuminotex.

A complexion-enhancer formulated specifically to address hyperpigmentation and hormonal acne for pregnant women.

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StyleCaster posted “23 Buzzy Fragrance-Free or Unscented Products for Sensitive Skin” featuring Visha Skincare.

The article features Visha Skincare’s Mommy Brightener with Illuminotex.

When you’re perusing the aisles of Sephora or your local drugstore for beauty products, we can almost guarantee one of the first things you do is a smell check, which makes complete sense. Most of us are attracted to hair, skin and makeup finds that have a pleasant scent. However, that same factor, whether it’s natural or synthetic, can also lead to irritation or infection if your skin is on the sensitive side.

Visha Skincare Mommy Brightener with Illuminotex

A complexion enhancer formulated specifically to address hyperpigmentation and hormonal acne for pregnant women.

$65 at Visha Skincare.

Read the full article here.

Well + Good posted “Acne is a part of my life, and I’ve decided to be okay with that” featuring Dr. Purvisha Patel and Visha Skincare.

The article includes Dr. Patel‘s expert commentary on the causes of acne.

I woke up with a pimple today. I’ve lost track of the number of times that’s happened, but considering I’ve been dealing with acne for upwards of 15 years, it’s safe to say a few. You’d think that by this point I’d be able to shrug it off or at least have solid coping mechanisms in place, but every pimple still feels like everyone is staring straight at my imperfection.

To deal, I’ve tried tea tree oil, spot treatments, and sulfur galore. I’ve nixed dairy from my diet. I’ve even recently decided to take the prescription hormone-regulator Spironolactone because I’m most commonly afflicted with hormonal chin pimples. But today, I take a new approach: I’ve decided to be okay with my acne. Or, I’ve at least accepted that like having brown hair or an affinity for cocker spaniels, acne is simply a part of my life.

So what on earth gives? For me, it was learning that acne is kind of like a math problem in a lot of ways. “Four things need to happen to make acne: follicular occlusion from dirt, sweat, oil, or makeup, bacteria and fungus growing in the follicle, oil that makes the small infection grow, and then an infection that causes inflammation and redness or soreness,” according to board-certified dermatologist and founder of Visha Skincare Purvisha Patel, MD. If you get rid of half of the causes of acne, you’ll likely best it. The giant asterisk? Because there are variables for all of the causes, one product can’t bust all kinds of acne.

Dr. Patel says it all comes down to the fact that we’re mammals covered in hair follicles—and none are the same. “Each follicle on our body is placed on us individually and differently,” she says. “Acne is a micro infection of the follicles or pores—so then each pimple may be different in its own way than its neighbor and on your neighbor.”

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REFINERY29 posted “10 Innovative Indie Beauty Brands To Watch This Fall” featuring Dr. Purvisha Patel and Visha Skincare.

The article features Visha Skincare Brand Advanced Skincare Line Booster and discusses how it can help with everything from acne and scarring to fine lines and hyperpigmentation.

Even if you were the first of your friends to rave about Drunk Elephant’s Babyfacial, and the only one to know the correct pronunciation of Glossier back in 2016, you still might be behind in the world of indie beauty — and we can’t blame you. It’s hard enough to keep your finger on the pulse of what’s new at Sephora or Ulta Beauty, but a tiny brand churning out essential oils in its kitchen? It’s bound to fly well below anyone’s radar.

But all brands, up-and-coming and chain store sellouts, have to start somewhere. And this season, there are more than a few low-key indie labels that are filling gaps in the current beauty space. From the herbal remedy oil born out of a ceramic chicken bowl in Australia, to a non-toxic lipstick made from superfoods, we’ve rounded up 10 of the coolest new indie brands out there, ahead.

Visha Skincare

Founded by Tennessee-based dermatologist Purvisha Patel MD, Visha Skincare was created to address the need for a simple, safe, multi-use regimen that combats a wide range of skin-care issues. From acne and scarring to fine lines and hyperpigmentation, the entire line is formulated and produced in Texas and works for a wide variety of skin types.

Read the full article here.

ESSENCE posted “Why You Should Get To Know The Tiny Creatures Living On Your Skin, Microbes“, featuring Dr. Purvisha Patel and Visha Skincare.

The article includes Dr. Patel‘s expert commentary on skin microbes, and also features Visha Skincare Rejuvenating Moisturizer.

When it comes to skincare, microbes aren’t something we typically discuss. But understanding them can make all the difference and impact the health of your skin.

So, what exactly are microbes? They’re tiny microorganisms that can cause disease on the skin and in the body. While that may sound pretty scary, usually we live in a harmonic relationship with microbes on our skin. According to board-certified dermatologist Dr. Purvisha Patel, founder of Visha Skincare, we live in a symbiotic relationship with most microbes.

“We have bacteria, fungi and even mites that live on us and inside us,” says Dr. Patel. “These microbes generally do not cause us any problems unless there is an overgrowth of one particular organism that can lead to infection and stimulate our immune systems to react to the skin.”

Microbes Can Trigger Folliculitis And Shaving Bumps

Folliculitis is the inflammation of the hair follicle and can present itself on the skin in the form of red or white bumps. This itchy (and it’s most extreme, blistery) condition is caused by the Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. Use caution while shaving, and make sure to use a moisturizer directly after shaving skin.

Try: Visha Skincare Rejuvenating Moisturizer, $55

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POPSUGAR posted “Is That Random, Stray Body Hair Due to Your Period — or Something More Serious?” featuring Dr. Purvisha Patel.

The article includes Dr. Patel‘s expert commentary on body hair and how hormones can influence its appearance.

As it turns out, even seemingly “random” strays are nothing out of the ordinary. “We are mammals and our bodies are covered with hair,” said dermatologist Dr. Purvisha Patel, MD. “There are hormone receptors attached to each oil gland and hair follicle of our bodies.”

When you have a period, your hormones flux and change. (You probably know that affects your skin because you might be used to your skin getting oily or dry around that time of the month.) According to Dr. Patel, those same changes also impact your hair follicles. When you ovulate, your body will produce slightly more testosterone, which might override the estrogen receptors that regulate how much hair you grow. “That means you could see more hair in areas such as the upper lip, chin, neck, or lower belly button,” Dr. Patel said.

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ESSENCE posted “Get Glowing! 17 Melanin-Friendly Body Butters To Help Ashy Skin” featuring Visha Skincare.

The article features Visha Skincare Brand’s RejuVenating Moisturizer, a product that can nourish and hydrate the skin.

Healthy and soft skin is always in, and maintaining that moisture usually starts with a hydrating and nourishing body butter.

While there are tons of butters on the market, not all are melanin-friendly. The perfect butter is free of dyes, alcohol, and parabens that can strip the skin of moisture and nutrients.

Visha Skincare RejuVenating Moisturizer

This butter digs deep to moisturize and rejuvenate skin cells that lack hydration.

Read the full article here.

POPSUGAR posted “There’s a Reason You Have to Wait So Long For a Dermatologist Appointment” featuring Dr. Purvisha Patel.

The article includes Dr. Patel‘s expert commentary on seeing a dermatologist and why some appointments may take longer to schedule your appointment than with other types of doctors.

If you live in a rural area, you are probably used to waiting weeks to see a dermatologist. While you might be used to this delay and have learned to plan ahead, have you ever wondered why there are increasingly long wait times? Recent studies estimate that there are about 3.3 derms per every 100,000 people, which means there simply aren’t enough doctors to treat all patients.

Skin cancer organizations have done an excellent job raising public awareness of the disease, which means more people are flooding dermatology practices to get checked. But as anyone who has ever googled “mole or cancer” knows, frantic internet searching of skin issues can lead to minor hysteria. “Doctor Google can fuel fear,” said Dr. Purvisha Patel, a dermatologist based in Memphis, TN. “That will lead to an increase in demand for appointments, which causes longer wait times.”

“Finding a dermatologist that accepts your insurance and is available seems to be a growing issue.”

We have student loans to thank for six-week-long dermatologist wait times, too. “Dermatology is one of the most competitive specialties when applying for residency, because there are not a lot of training programs in the nation,” Dr. Patel said. These programs only take about two to 10 new graduates each year, which means university health centers are churning out fewer doctors. “These graduates are generally eager to pay off their exorbitant student loans, and since they’re so in demand, they can choose where they want to live.” Because of this, they often end up in large cities, so those who live in the suburbs and rural areas are out of luck.

To help areas that need the most help, dermatologists have called in backup. “Physician assistants or nurse practitioners practice under the supervision of a board-certified dermatologist, which enables more patients to be seen in a timely manner,” she said. For timely but not life-threatening problems such as acne, you can download apps such as Curology and First Derm. Both platforms allow you to text a dermatologist pictures and questions about a skin condition.

Despite these setbacks, dermatologists across the board agree that longer wait times are not discouraging patients from setting up appointments.”If anyone is dealing with skin cancer, painful lesions, or rashes, we see them ASAP,” Dr. Patel explained. That means if you ever have a skincare emergency, practices will make space to see you.

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Well+Good posted “Why you should be putting food on your face (yes, really)” featuring Dr. Purvisha Patel.

The article includes Dr. Patel‘s expert commentary on the benefits of certain foods and how they can be used on the skin from your face to your bottom!

Telling you to put food on on your face is probably going directly against what your parents told you to do as a young kid. (Am I right?) The thing is, so many good skin-care products these days utilize what’s on your plate (slash in your blender) because it’s actually beneficial for your skin. So why not have a little fun with your beauty regimen and slather on pantry staples for a complexion boost? (Plus, Salma Hayek does it, so…)

“Why not skip the middle man and put the source on your face?” says Purvisha Patel, MD, a dermatologist and founder of Visha Skincare. “Most ingredients in skin care are derived from plants, fruits, and vegetables, so they’re definitely beneficial to put on your face directly.”

Of course, this means getting messy and experimenting in the kitchen—but it’s for a good cause (AKA your glow). It’s especially ideal if you’re on the clean beauty train and are looking to use the least amount of chemicals possible in your skin-care regimen. “Putting food directly on your skin can be great because it’s the purest way to experience ingredients—there are none that are hidden,” says Katya Pavlik, skin therapist at facial shop Heyday.

Carrot juice

Carrots are the OG source of beta-carotene, which works wonders on your complexion. “Topically, carrot juice can help combat sun damage as it contains falcarinol, an antioxidant,” says Dr. Patel.

Lemon

Your fave water booster is actually good for hyperpigmentation. “Lemon juice applied directly to the skin delivers astringent effects, decreases oil, and provides the antioxidant vitamin C which could help lighten sunspots or discoloration,” says Dr. Patel.

Turmeric

Of course, the do-it-all anti-inflammatory has the same healthy prowess it does in food as it does for your face. “This Indian spice has anti-inflammatory properties and helps with evening the skin tone,” says Dr. Patel. This also makes it good for breakouts.

Chickpea flour

Sometimes, your everyday drugstore exfoliating scrub can have some abrasive ingredients in it—but chickpea flour’s a gentle way to get the job done. “When made into a scrub or paste, this flour is a great exfoliant and also helps with oil production,” says Dr. Patel.

Honey

The sweet stuff is a natural antibiotic and powerhouse healer. “Honey’s one of the best moisturizers you can use on your skin,” says Dr. Patel. “It actually helps your skin absorb and lock in moisture while soothing irritation and redness.” It’s also good for acne.

Oats

They’re delish for breakfast, yes—but can also be used as a mask. “Oats are a natural skin soother,” says Dr. Sobel. “It’s a great solution for people with rashes, skin irritation, and inflammation.” Dr. Patel adds that it also helps retain moisture in the skin—so save some from your bowl!

Cucumber

There’s a reason that the self-care mascot is a woman with cucumbers over her eyes. “They’re a very water-heavy food, so they help with hydration,” says Dr. Patel. “The cooling helps with vasoconstriction AKA puffiness.” Personally I’ll need these on hand for the a.m. pre-coffee time.

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