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Dr. Marsha Gordon
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Dr. Marsha Gordon is a board-certified dermatologist, nationally recognized for her expertise on getting healthy skin. Recently named for the seventh consecutive year by New York Magazine as one of the city's 'Best Doctors,' Dr. Gordon offers a straightforward and simple approach to keeping skin looking young and healthy - often advising effective, gentle treatments and products over costly procedures.

Her skin care advice is sought after by every day moms and celebrities alike, who rely on her for getting and keeping their skin beautiful, even with their busy schedules.

Featured Questions
 
Q. Why does my skin feel tight and dry as the weather gets colder?  
 
A. In order to choose a facial cleanser that best fits your skin type you must first determine what type of skin you have. Using a cleanser that meets your particular needs is extremely important so you can address your skin type with the proper ingredients. Skin types normally fall into five categories: Normal, Oily, Dry, Combination, and Sensitive. After determining your skin type, look for a cleanser that is ideal for everyday cleansing and suits your skin needs.

 

 
Q. Why are there so many different types of facial cleansers and how do I know which one is for me?
 
A. In order to choose a facial cleanser that best fits your skin type you must first determine what type of skin you have. Using a cleanser that meets your particular needs is extremely important so you can address your skin type with the proper ingredients. Skin types normally fall into five categories: Normal, Oily, Dry, Combination, and Sensitive. After determining your skin type, look for a cleanser that is ideal for everyday cleansing and suits your skin needs.
 
Q. What are the benefits of using a body wash as opposed to bar soap?
 
A. Cleansing the skin is extremely important to remove dirt, oil, and bacteria. Though cleansing is crucial to maintaining healthy skin, cleansers such as bar soap are often quite drying causing tight and itchy skin. Body wash formulas contain new moisturizing ingredients that bar soaps often lack. Also, bar soaps often have a very high pH, which temporarily alters the pH of your skin, leaving it feeling tight and dry. Cleanse with a body wash that deep cleans while maintaining your skin's natural moisture.

 

 
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