A New Retinol Alternative, Aquaphor Lip Swelling, & Acquisition of Aesop | Doctorly Unhinged EP #7 

I watch your channel to learn about evidence based skincare. As far as the smell of skincare is concerned, I don't want to smell of anything - I want the best skin I can have. If I do want a nice smell, I can choose to wear a perfume. Keep up the good work guys. You're giggling is infectious & always cheers me up.

Forget the expensive, don’t do much for us brands/products and continue to tells us what to use, what works. Love you guys and what you do.

I love your scientific content. When an influencer talks about a product “that smells so good”, I run away! Thank you for being so interesting. Your content is always super valuable.

Competent dermatologists at work as always. Would you please do a series on lip care? Also +1 to the group of people who appreciate the clinical based content as apprised to experiential/influencer skin care

All I can say is, don't change anything you're doing right now. You two Doctors are great !! 🌺

I have been putting Vaseline and sunscreen on my lips for years, glad you approve this. Works really well!

please keep on with the content aimed at those of us with sensitive skin, I appreciate your knowledge and opinions on clinical based and data backed ingredients...additionally, I appreciate the discussion that falls in a variety of budgets.

I would like to see a podcast where you list the best products, in your opinions, for aging skin. Not necessarily the most expensive/ pharmaceutical grade but what we should be using and what works.. sunscreen, vitamin C, what products should we be using and the best out there for results

Wow! I had no idea the aquaphor SPF was doing this to people!!! I’ve never tried it but I’m so happy to be aware! 🙌🏽 Thank you so much for sharing!!! 💜💜💜

What really makes your channel different is all scientific evidence you provide. ❤ it!

Dr. Dray recs Aquaphor Lip SPF frequently & has for years. Based on her rec, I’ve been using it for years & have had no probs.

Paula's Choice Lipscreen is EXCELLENT. SPF 50 AND very moisturizing.

I am so glad I watched this! I live in a cold climate and tried using Aquaphor to treat. They got a LOT worse really quickly, and after watching this, I checked and it does have SPF ingredient you cautioned about. Just tossed it! Thanks for providing such helpful and science-based information!

I’d love to see you include more high-end skincare brands that focus on clinical efficacy, such as Calecim, Truth Treatment Systems, SkinMedica, Osmosis MD, MDAiRE, Le Mieux, Vivier (especially their vitamin C products), Revision Skincare, SENTÉ, etc.

Good Morning to my favorite Doctors. Your Podcast’s/YT are the best. I love being able to watch your smiling faces. This Podcast is so interesting, you’re always on topics I want to hear.

You are super hilarious and very informative to talk about acquisition of Aesop. I love you guys so much ! Thank you for being amazing doctors ! Your content is highly appreciated and valued!

Just wanted to give some extra video engagement and say thanks. as a guy recently getting into dermatology you guys and the energy you bring has really changed my view on skin care.

Colorescience Color Balms are SPF 50 with 12.5% zinc oxide, no chemical active ingredients, no white cast, come in beautiful colors and can be used on lips, cheeks and even eyelids. They’re awesome!

I love your reviews! Never boring. Always informative. Thank you!

I’m so glad you mentioned the Aquaphor spf for lips, I actually have that product. Thanks! 🙏🏽

Very interesting discussion. You guys really know about products. Thank you so much.

I Think There Should Be A Further Discussion On Natural Phytoretinols. There's Some Research That Suggests Natural Phytoretinol Is More Effective Because The Body Can Absorb It Better And Knows What To Do With It Versus A Manufactured Retinol.

I love y’all so lighthearted and informative. I look forward to all of y’all’s content 🥰

Hey Docs, love you guys! Can you do an episode (or series!!) on hair products? Thanks!

I want to know what the best products are! I want your honest opinions & that’s why I watch you! 🥰

Yes! I also appreciate your evidence based medicine approach. No quack science.

I’m a HUGE fan of the entire Aquaphor line-ever since it was prescribed as a compounding base for my radiation burn topical treatment after breast cancer radiation treatment. It is amazing stuff that I’ve found extremely healing of numerous skin issues-even very delicate/fragile skin areas. It turns very dry, atrophied, rough skin-even skin that includes tiny tears-into smooth, supple, moist skin. It also takes whitish-colored dry skin and brings back normal pinkish coloring. It can also relieve skin burning caused by severe dryness. I also love the Vanicream line!! I would use their Lip Protectant with SPF 30. Vanicream is developed for people with super sensitive skin.

Yes, more science content please!

I used to love the Aesop hand soap with exfoliation…but then I started watching content like yours. And learned more about skincare that works for me.

I used to consult Allure for all my skin care purchasing decisions before I found you guys and other derms on RU-vid. The folks at Allure love every sample anyone sends them, no matter how overpriced and headache-inducing. I think that people who follow your channel like that you cut through the b.s.

Love you guys. Thank you for the education, fun, and humor! 🎉

Hi Docs! FYI that Aquaphor also has a lip repair stick spf 30 which doesn’t have oxybenzone or lanolin. Go figure why their products have all kinds of different ingredients but I like it really well. Thanks for the video!

Yes, science-based content. That’s what I like the most, aside from your great personalities and honest approach. Thank you, so much!!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

I have a stick of Aquaphor lip repair stick + sunscreen in front of me. It does not have Oxybenzone on the list of ingredients. It lists Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate and Octocrylene.

I’ve used various Aesop products over the years. The lip oil (discontinued) and violet leaf hair balm were the favourites. The face cleanser and scalp cleansers were too mild for me but maybe that’s a good thing. Overall, the sensory experience is wonderful for the soul and nervous system:) pls review!!

With all due respect to your comments on Aesop being hair and body, I lived in Australia for 3 years and Aesop is huge on the high-end skincare/natural market. I use their parsley seed face wash and their scrub products on my face and a serum that has niacinimide/vitamin C and other stuff. They have a lot of different face creams with various use cases that I also use regularly. I’d love to hear your take on them. They don’t have much with active ingredients like retinol and other stuff that I use regularly but I’m a huge fan of their products and quality. Definitely pricey though - especially in the US - 30% cheaper in Australia.

Can you all discuss what PA+++ is in sunscreen and if we need it?

Blistex has a lip sunscreen SPF 30 with no Oxybenzone. I really like it, and no white cast at all.

👋🏽 Hey, can you guys kindly talk about itching after shower/bath.

Vanicream makes a nice lip sunscreen. I find it to be gentle and moisturizing.❤

I love your videos, they are very informative. Thank you! About Aquaphor lip sunscreen, I believe it's the one in the tube that contains Oxibenzone. The stick one does not, if I'm not mistaken

Yes, I feel like most of us wants the science. But yea the best spa brands would be nice. But like… which ones are maybe also affective. I look forward for a video like that though because I know I can always trust you guys to be honest. Thank you for making content for us ❤

Loving your podcast! In regards to sunscreen being one of the most important items to use for rosacea, it would be great to dedicate a video to Rosa ea friendly sunscreens and what ones to steer clear of. Thanks for your fantastic content!

I have used Aesop skincare products, I love their blue camomile mask, very soothing and hydrating to face. Their products have good ingredients from what I see. They are expensive. I love their stores, but I am a skincare junkie:)

I've been using Retin A since the 90's and my skin is flawless.

Aesop is HUGE in Australia!

If one is just starting out their skincare journey, having a 1 ingredient product can be helpful because you know exactly what you are getting.

YES to the Drs. Maxfield and Shah go to the spa!!!!

Rosehip oil can be used more for the contained vitamin C, rather then Retinol. I have use it because I cannot tolerate vitamin C creams , to wich my skin reacts. I love your podcasts, I learn something new every time I watch them!❤

Is a video on skincare in pregnancy in the works? I need it please 🙏🏻 The amount of information out there is all over the place on the topic and would love to know Doctorly’s opinions!!

Can you discuss retinol’s effect on cholesterol? My cholesterol went up considerably after regular use. While searching things that can cause a rapid rise in cholesterol, I found retinol on several lists.

Can't wait for the deep dive on safe skincare during pregnancy. Everything is questionable. Thank you Doctorly!!!🙏

Do you guys analyse Ole Henricksen products? They smell sooooo good but also seem to tout major clinical efficacy - any thoughts?

I had a 10 step Aesop routine for years but now I just use drunk elephant retinol and sunscreen - but I still love Aesop those moisturisers are special

Triple bonus points for your correct use of Occam's Razor 👏👏👏 Please talk more about Castor Seed Oil in lip products. I had the same lip ballooning/peeling reaction to it that some people are attributing to Aquaphor. You mentioned it briefly in one of your earlier videos which led me to check the ingredients in all of my lip care and lip color products. It was in everything. I immediately removed products containing it from my lip care routine and my lip color products, switched to CeraVe Healing Ointment and my lips healed almost overnight. Not kidding it was like a miracle. I now take great care to make sure that Castor Seed Oil (ricinus communis) isn't in any of my lip products. I haven't experienced any swelling or peeling since eliminating Castor Seed Oil.

You guys are the best. Love the lip screen hack!

Argirelin worked just perfect for me. I didn't have deep wrinkles but it helped me to erase fine lines. I am 41 And your skin has to be well exfoliated. Combine with massage for best results

I've always just used regular sunscreen on my lips and on my hair part. There's no more painful sun burn than on your scalp..especially when you accidentally comb it! Love your videos!!

Interesting podcast, thanks. I'm a skincare minimalist, so no interest in trying non-essential fru fru stuff. But it's interesting to have a window into your world, like a science-based "what's new in the skincare world" segment.

The only problem with high end brands that are fragranced is that oftentimes they are fragranced with lemon peel and other citrus peel oils which have been shown to cause hyperpigmentation with sun exposure 😮

As the mommy of a geochemist - pls keep up the science based info 🥰, it’s appreciated 🧪🧬🔬

Hi! I love your channel! If you do end up doing a video that includes brands like Aesop, could you also add Le Labo products for comparison? I love Aesop, just getting into Le Labo. Curious to hear what you both think if you end up doing a video like this. Thanks!

Always fun and informative !

Love 💜💚 this content. Thank you Doctor S & M🌼🌺

Love your show!

Love you guys. Always fun and so educational ❤️Thank you for all the time and energy you put into everything!

I use Aesop’s shower gel and body balm, and it works sooooo much better than products like Cerave for me. For face product I listen to you two’s recommendations !

You guys are awesome and evidence-based, practical approach is where you excel. Please leave the bougie hand soap talk to other content creators lol

Would not bother with the bougie smellies. Efficacy and science is where is at for people that look for skincare that works. Love your content and your rants 😉 ✌️

I love Eminence Organics products, but they do have a lot of fragrance ( more natural fragrance ingredients). They have wonderful "experiential" products in my opinion. But do they work?? I know some that are so soothing and wonderful and will keep purchasing. But as far as actual data on their eficacy would be interesting! Thanks for all you do and I love your science based approach to skin care!!

Hey Doc Babes from a newly-retired RN. 68 yo went to my Derm yesterday and he RAVED about my "gorgeous" skin...thanks to you and Dr. Dray. ❤

Jack Black makes an SPF 25 lip balm and it’s great stuff. Everyone in my family loves it. It contains petrolatum, shea butter, etc.

I love you both; your candor and humor are always well received! Ty so much for taking a deep dive into these squirrly topics. I am happy to see your endorsement of chemical sunscreens. I use one daily, indoors or outdoors, because I spend hours in front of a computer and fluorescent lights.

The one time I tried a sunscreen with oxybenzone in it, I broke out in hives 10 minutes after being in the sun, and people thought I was nuts when I blamed the sunscreen and now look...

I'm really interested to see your thoughts on estee lauder skincare. They are a huge company as well.

Paula’s choice spf 50 doesn’t cast, dry out my lips at all and is wonderful!

Love your content and your personalities. Personally I have no interest in fragranced fluffy spa products, I’m looking for what is going to help my skin as I am getting older. My two cents 😊

Please do a video on anti aging products for men over 50 or over 60. Thanks!

yes, please do reviews of the higher end lines. I love Aesop but get them for their fragrances, no idea whether they do anything for my skin but my bathroom smells heavenly. Would love to hear about spa brands too. Can you do Diptyque and Santa Maria Novella?

I think it's worth reviewing brands that are common, whether boujee or not, but popular and available on the market because I am not always sure if they are just marketing and no substance or if they do something good for the skin. That's the thought this brought on for me. Also, I have rosacea and appreciate the shout out. I am looking forward to seeing more about it from you both. I am currently struggling with some 'rosacea breakouts' and am not sure what is the best thing for these as most advice is about acne. So far I am using Azelaic acid, trying some 2% salicylic acid exfoliator.. maybe need a bit more consistency, and would benefit from your science backed advice and reminders I guess. Thanks for the amazing educational content you two create, it's very helpful. 😊👍

Absolutely want the science-based info. I’ve spent so much money on fluff products, I’m over it, and only want my $$ to buy the super-effective super safe skincare products.

Can you do a video on alternatives to Tretinoin while being pregnant please???

Excited for rosacea segment!

21:19 🤣🤣 I seriously love the podcast. Best decision ever.

i just use my regular sunscreen on my lips. I apply my lip colour on top

What about Methylene blue topically in this comparison ? There is a cream called Bluelene that have methylene blue in their ingredients, and states it is better than retinol. In fact, they say you have to suspend retinol while using Bluelene, cause they do opposites. Methylene blue promotes healthy cells while retinol encourage dead cell and turnover.

My fave lip balms are: Cancer Council SPF 50+ (I've tried the raspberry flavour) And Bondi Sands SPF50+ (I've tried the mango flavour) Both these sunscreens are amazing, they taste great, the are moisturising, and they're 50+ instead of a meager spf 15. I think they may only be available in Australia though?😊 I think Cancer council also have a ultra lip balm which is water resistant but I haven't tried that one.

O'Keeffe's lip balm with SPF 35. It's a chemical sunscreen, so no cast. It's affordable and easy to find.

I want to know about ingredients all over K-beauty skincare like cica, centella, snail stuff, and what does PA++++ mean in sunscreens?

I'd love for y'all to go through products that are bestsellers in Sephora

Yes, listen to you for the actual, proven science. I am a Mary Kay Beauty Consultant. Because I have had oily skin for eons, and finally figured out 20 years ago that lanolin irritates my skin on every inch of my body, I am careful about understanding what will actually work, and why. And because I'm cynical. So your information has not only provided guidance, but in combination with the clinical research our company gives us, I have been able to use other authoritative sources, like the Cleveland Clinic, to better understand ingredients and their mechanisms and purposes. Now I am confident that I understand what's real and why, to help my customers get the best bang for their buck. I short, yeah, I am about the experience, but foremost I prefer that you provide scientific explanations. Peace!

Clinical content my favorite

Is it true that anti-acne skincare (retinol, adapalene, benzoyl peroxide, acids) are treating acne visually as the symptom, but the root of the problem is usually somewhere else in the body, eg gut/gallbladder/liver etc?

I’ve been seeing some things about methylene blue as a retinol alternative. Thoughts??

Could you please talk about hydrating alternatives to hyaluronic acid and moisturizers (preferably gel/ water cream) that have them? I live on a dry climate, and my skin dries too, the point of being chapped, flaky, and sensitive even to water. It seems like every product has HA in it anymore.

Please DON'T push boujee fragrance products, I'd go broke so quick. I avoid fragranced products besides body wash (and the unavoidable in hair care) because it makes me feel physically ill, but I'd buy anything you guys tell me to 😅💸

I REALLY have been looking for an overall “FACE TIGHTNER”.. PLEEEEZE do a vid on this….. I have been looking for years..please include OTC as well!

Hi doctors, question re: body skincare: On a day when you don't shower or bathe, do you still recommend putting on a body moisturizer? Would it still help with transepidermal water loss?

Please do make Go to the Spa videos showing skincare that has perfume as I believe it will give people a chance to educate them if the products are effective or not even if it has perfumes.

I prefer fragrance free (inexpensive doesn't hurt). Developed a fragrance intolerance and my skin appreciates when I read labels. Love the clinical research because while I can read the publications and such but without the medical training I have to do much more research to understand.