@drheathermd: Let’s clear up a common skincare myth: All alcohols are drying❌ This is not actually true. 🔵Short-chain alcohols (like ethanol & isopropyl alcohol) can have great antimicrobial and preservative properties but they can disrupt your skin barrier and cause dryness. 🔵Fatty alcohols (like cetyl alcohol & cetearyl alcohol), on the other hand, actually help your skin by supporting the barrier and locking in moisture. They’re used as emulsifiers and have mild occlusive properties—These alcohols are not the villains they’re often made out to be. To learn more about skincare, sign up for my free DermFriends newsletter at the top of my page✅ #DrHeather #DrHeatherMD #SkincareEducation #BoardCertifiedDermatologist #DermFriends

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Thursday 17 July 2025 17:15:33 GMT