Want targeted advice you can trust? These articles have been designed to help you learn from top experts about specific skincare concerns and the best ways to treat them.

A top derm's anti- aging secrets

There’s been a lot of buzz about Macrene Alexiades-Armenakas, the New York-based dermatologist with a BA, MD, and PhD from Harvard. Obviously, she’s a smart cookie. She also has remarkably beautiful skin — she’s one of the first people we’ve come across who’s camera-ready with just a little eye mak... More

Clogged pores

Clogged pores and blackheads can be incredibly annoying—like the spot on your couch or carpet that never goes away. We asked Julia March, master facialist, to help us figure out how to put an end to clogged-pore aggravation, once and for all. AYLA: What are blackheads, and why are they so stubb... More

Redness

Red, irritated skin can be a mystery. Is it rosacea? Eczema? Are you simply a delicate flower? (Nothing wrong with that, unless you’ve ambushed your face with seven different exfoliating products.) To understand the difference between common redness-related skin conditions, we went to Elizabeth... More

Hyperpigmentation

We’ve heard a lot of buzz lately about hyperpigmentation. While marketers may be behind some of this chatter (Really? Another thing we should worry about?), hyperpigmentation is a real problem for many people. To get an unbiased expert perspective on what it is and how it can be prevented and tre... More

Adult acne

When you’re already on the lookout for lines and wrinkles, acne can seem like an added insult – whether your struggle with the spots is a constant battle or a monthly skirmish. Why does acne still hang around when you’re well beyond the angst-ridden teen years? And what’s the best way to deal with... More

Aging

Facialists not only see their clients’ skin under magnifying mirrors—they also frequently recommend products and have the opportunity to see how well those products work over time. We asked top facialist Julia March what she thinks everyone concerned about aging should use on his or her skin. A... More