Dermatologist Q&A: Hormonal Acne, Adapalene & Over-Moisturizing

Dermatologist Dr. Dray answers skincare questions from viewers in this dermatology Q&A covering topics like hormonal acne, adapalene for anti aging, skin microbiome moisturizers, over moisturizing, petroleum jelly ingredients, sulfur treatments, and how long skincare products need to stay on the skin to work. In this video Dr. Dray discusses whether inflamed acne on the lower face is always hormonal acne, and reviews common treatment approaches that can help reduce recurring breakouts. She also reviews research on adapalene, the over the counter retinoid commonly used for acne, and discusses whether there is evidence that adapalene may help with wrinkle prevention and anti aging over time. Dr. Dray answers questions about body lotions that support the skin microbiome, and explains whether it is actually possible to over moisturize the skin, a topic that has been trending in skincare discussions online. Additional topics include petroleum jelly formulas that contain added ingredients like vitamin E, lanolin, or aloe, whether De La Cruz sulfur treatment may help sebaceous hyperplasia or milia, and how long skincare products need to remain on the skin to be effective. She also responds to a viewer question about the skincare brand Prequel and discusses how skincare brands sometimes evolve when acquired by larger companies. This dermatologist Q&A provides science based skincare advice, ingredient education, and practical dermatology insights to help viewers make informed decisions about their skincare routines. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 1:01 Is lower face acne always hormonal acne? 5:00 Adapalene for anti aging and wrinkle prevention 9:31 Body lotions that support the skin microbiome 11:29 Can you over moisturize the skin? 13:50 Petroleum jelly with added ingredients like vitamin E or aloe 15:54 Does sulfur help sebaceous hyperplasia or milia? 17:17 How long skincare products need to stay on the skin to work 20:08 Thoughts on the Prequel skincare brand 23:42 Outro PRODUCTS MENTIONED My shirt https://amzlink.to/az0WVJKhTSfPT My earrings https://amzlink.to/az0fybn8Gmyke Pistachio Salted Caramel candle https://amzlink.to/az0Pvm20Juupt ShopMy storefront https://go.shopmy.us/join/drdrayzday #shopmycreator Subscribe for more dermatologist approved skincare advice, ingredient education, and science based skincare tips from Dr. Dray. If you have a skincare question you would like Dr. Dray to answer in a future Q&A video, leave it in the comments. FTC: This video is not sponsored. Links are commissionable, meaning I may earn commission from purchases made through links. 💜Shop my Amazon store https://o.bttn.io/0BwiPWFIZLG 💜Follow me on liketoknowit https://www.liketoknow.it/drdrayzday 💜Social media Instagram @drdrayzday Pinterest   / drdrayzday   Facebook @DrDrayzDay Twitter: @drdrayzday Tiktok: @drdrayzday Disclaimer: This video is not intended to provide diagnosis, treatment or medical advice. Content provided on this Youtube channel is for informational purposes only. Please consult with a physician or other healthcare professional regarding any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment options. Information on this Youtube channel should not be considered as a substitute for advice from a healthcare professional. The statements made about specific products throughout this video are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.