--- title: "School of Dermatology — Evidence-Based Skincare Education" url: https://schoolofdermatology.com/ description: "Expert-driven dermatology education covering ingredients, treatments, and skin concerns. Evidence-based skincare information for educated adults." lang: en --- Image: Professional dermatology treatment (https://schoolofdermatology.com/assets/hero-treatment-BdTQV0yh.webp) # School of Dermatology Evidence-based skincare education — no hype, no fluff. Browse Articles (https://schoolofdermatology.com/articles) ## Trending Today Skin Concerns ### Ingrown Hairs: Why They Happen and How to Prevent and Treat Them Painful red bumps where you shaved or waxed are usually ingrown hairs — and the way you've been treating them is probably making them worse. Here's the actual playbook. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read https://schoolofdermatology.com/articles/skin-concerns/ingrown-hairs-prevention-treatment Ingredients ### The Difference Between Retinol and Retinoid: Why It Actually Matters These two terms are used interchangeably, but they sit at very different points on the potency spectrum. Here's why the distinction matters for your skin. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read https://schoolofdermatology.com/articles/ingredients/retinol-vs-retinoid-difference Treatments ### Face Yoga: What the Science Says About Facial Exercises and Aging Face yoga promises a natural alternative to Botox and fillers. But can facial exercises actually combat aging, or do they just give you new wrinkles? Here's what the evidence says. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read https://schoolofdermatology.com/articles/treatments/face-yoga-facial-exercises ## Explore Topics ### Ingredients Deep dives into the active ingredients that actually make a difference in your skincare routine. We break down the science, debunk the marketing hype, and tell you what really works. Browse https://schoolofdermatology.com/topics/ingredients ### Treatments Honest, evidence-based guides to professional and at-home treatments. From chemical peels to injectables, we cover what to expect, what works, and what to skip. Browse https://schoolofdermatology.com/topics/treatments ### Skin Concerns Targeted guidance for specific skin issues including acne, hyperpigmentation, barrier damage, rosacea, and more. Real solutions backed by dermatological research. Browse https://schoolofdermatology.com/topics/skin-concerns ### Light Therapy Expert guidance on LED and light-based skincare, from acne-fighting blue light to collagen-supporting red and near-infrared therapy. Browse https://schoolofdermatology.com/topics/light-therapy ### Skin Care Foundational guidance on building effective routines, choosing products for your skin type, and understanding the essentials of daily skin care. Browse https://schoolofdermatology.com/topics/skin-care ### Hair Care Evidence-based guidance on scalp health, common hair and scalp concerns, and the habits that support stronger, healthier-looking hair from the root. Browse https://schoolofdermatology.com/topics/hair-care ## Latest Articles View All (https://schoolofdermatology.com/articles) Light Therapy ### How Long Does Red Light Therapy Take to Work? Most people abandon red light therapy before it has had a fair chance. The mechanism works on a biological timescale rather than a cosmetic one, and the changes that matter accumulate over months in a way that is easy to miss week to week. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read https://schoolofdermatology.com/articles/light-therapy/how-long-does-red-light-therapy-take-to-work Light Therapy ### Are LED Masks Safe? LED masks are safe for most people, and the reasons are structural rather than reassuring. These devices generally use non-ultraviolet, low-level light and are designed to operate without significant tissue heating. That gives photobiomodulation a different safety profile from UV exposure, ablative procedures and potentially irritating topical treatments, although adverse reactions are still possible. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read https://schoolofdermatology.com/articles/light-therapy/are-led-masks-safe Light Therapy ### LED Light Therapy Colors Explained LED masks arrive with anywhere from one setting to eight, labelled by color rather than by anything that explains what the colors are for. Red, blue, green, yellow, and several others all appear in consumer devices, and the marketing rarely distinguishes between the ones with substantial research behind them and the ones added to lengthen a specification list. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read https://schoolofdermatology.com/articles/light-therapy/led-light-therapy-colors-explained Light Therapy ### How to Use an LED Mask LED masks work best when they are treated as a clean, consistent skincare step rather than something used randomly when the skin looks dull or stressed. The routine itself is simple: cleanse, dry the skin, use the mask, then apply skincare afterward. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read https://schoolofdermatology.com/articles/light-therapy/how-to-use-an-led-mask-frequency-routine-best-results ## Myth vs. Fact View All (https://schoolofdermatology.com/myth-vs-fact) PARTIALLY TRUE ### Drinking More Water Hydrates Your Skin https://schoolofdermatology.com/myth-vs-fact/drinking-water-hydrates-skin MYTH ### Oily Skin Doesn't Need Moisturizer https://schoolofdermatology.com/myth-vs-fact/oily-skin-doesnt-need-moisturizer MYTH ### Pores Open and Close With Hot and Cold Water https://schoolofdermatology.com/myth-vs-fact/pores-open-and-close MYTH ### You Only Need SPF on Sunny Days https://schoolofdermatology.com/myth-vs-fact/spf-only-on-sunny-days ## Upcoming Conferences Key events for dermatology professionals in 2026 ### AAD Annual Meeting 2026 March 27–31, 2026 Denver, Colorado ### Diversity in Dermatology Conference April 16–19, 2026 Washington, DC ### EADO Dermato-Oncology Congress April 23–25, 2026 Prague, Czech Republic ### EADV Spring Symposium May 7–9, 2026 Athens, Greece ### SID Annual Meeting May 13–16, 2026 Chicago, Illinois ### ESCD Congress 2026 June 24–27, 2026 Copenhagen, Denmark ### AAD Innovation Academy July 16–19, 2026 New York, New York ### EADV Congress 2026 September 30 – October 3, 2026 Vienna, Austria ### ASDS Annual Meeting November 5–8, 2026 San Diego, California ## Stay Informed. 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