Shereene Idriss: Last News

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Retinol has long been one of the most popular ingredients in Hollywood skincare routines, known for its efficacy in fading dark spots, fighting acne and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. However, gentler retinol alternatives have become increasingly more popular in recent years for those with sensitive skin, who can suffer adverse effects when prescribed in high doses or without proper sun protection. “All skin types can experience retinol side effects, but sensitive skin, dry skin or anyone who has acne or rosacea are more prone as their skin is already sensitized due to the condition,” New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Shereene Idriss, MD., whose clients include Ashley Graham, Emily Ratajkowski and Paloma Elsesser, tells Variety.

“popping out on the market like mushrooms." As the founder of and the Instagram and YouTube, Idriss was stuck on the sidelines as she watched brands churn out products she felt lacked the problem-solving many of her patients were looking for. “Every day, there was a new trend, some new product," Idriss tells Glamour. "I felt a lot of FOMO and thought it's time to launch a brand that is problem-focused and very tailored. There is so much noise on the market and people no longer know why they're using products or what that product is supposed to deliver and what they're trying to achieve.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. It can be a daunting task to add new products into your skincare rotation when you have sensitive skin. Different formulas can interact in unexpected ways on the skin; environmental factors like the weather can cause varying reactions; and certain ingredients can cause irritation and redness that do more harm than good.But with summer in full force, sunscreen is a product that everyone– no matter their skin type —  needs to incorporate into their routine.