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Dermatologists I Follow for Real Skincare Advice
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items No affiliate links here — just board-certified dermatologists I actually follow to cut through skincare misinformation on social media. These are real doctors sharing real, evidence-based advice, not influencers guessing.
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Mythbusters & No-Nonsense Reviews
Skin of Color & Inclusive Dermatology
Acne, Extractions & Common Conditions
Science, Formulation & Research
Everyday Education & Getting Started
Hair, Scalp & International Perspectives
Mythbusters & No-Nonsense Reviews
For when you saw a wild skincare trend on your FYP and need someone to tell you if it's actually legit.
Practical, no-nonsense takes on trending skincare hacks — she'll tell you straight up if something is worth your money or not.
Lindsey Zubritsky, MD, FAAD (@dermguru) • Profil Instagram
Board-certified NY dermatologist who reacts to skincare trends with a good mix of humor and real medical insight.
Angelo Landriscina, MD, FAAD (@dermangelo) • Profil Instagram
Science-first approach with a PhD in molecular biology behind her advice — great for budget-friendly product reviews backed by actual research.
Andrea Suarez, MD PhD FAAD (@drdrayzday) • Profil Instagram
Skin of Color & Inclusive Dermatology
Skincare advice that actually accounts for different skin tones, not a one-size-fits-all routine
Focuses on making dermatology advice accessible, with a particular focus on skin of color, which is historically underrepresented in skincare content.
Corey L. Hartman, MD, FAAD (@dr.coreyhartman) • Profil Instagram
Covers inclusivity in aesthetics and skincare, with a warm, approachable teaching style.
Dr. Jeanine Downi
Acne, Extractions & Common Conditions
For anyone dealing with breakouts, cystic acne, or fungal acne that keeps getting misdiagnosed.
Best known for acne and extractions, but her content is genuinely educational if you deal with breakouts or cystic acne.
Sandra Lee, MD, FAAD (@drsandralee) • Profil Instagram
Great resource if you're curious about laser treatments, but also covers everyday skincare tips and fungal acne (a commonly misdiagnosed issue).
Dr. Azi (@skinbydrazi) • Profil Instagram
Science, Formulation & Research
For the ingredient-label readers who want the 'why' behind a recommendation.
Yale-trained dermatologist known for her "skin cycling" method. Explains the science behind routines in a way that's easy to actually apply.
Dr. Whitney Bowe (@drwhitneybowe) • Profil Instagram
Actively works to combat skincare misinformation online — a good follow if you want someone who calls out bad advice directly.
Ranella Hirsch MD, FAAD (#MythDebunking and #skinscience) (@ranellamd) • Profil Instagram
Harvard-trained Mohs surgeon (skin cancer specialist) — a good reminder that skincare isn't just cosmetic, sun protection actually matters.
Dr. Neera Nathan (@dermatologysurgeon) • Profil Instagram
Everyday Education & Getting Started
If you're new to 'derm-tok' and want the basics explained without the overwhelm.
One of the most followed dermatologists online, known for bridging dermatology and social media with myth-busting content and honest product reviews. Great starting point if you're new to "skin-tok."
Dr. Muneeb Shah (@doctorly) • Profil Instagram
Makes skin education genuinely entertaining, from basic routines to warning signs of serious skin conditions worth seeing a doctor for.
Dr. Dustin Portela | Skincare & Health Expert (@drdustinportela) • Profil Instagram
Hair, Scalp & International Perspectives
Because skincare doesn't stop at your face, and skin science looks a bit different outside the US.
Dermatologist-developed hair science — my go-to for anything scalp or hair-health related, not just skin.
Dr Aamna Adel (@dermatologist_adel) • Instagram profile
UK consultant dermatologist and author of "The Skincare Bible" — a great international perspective on acne and aging skin.
Dr Anjali Mahto BSc MBBCh FRCP (@anjalimahto) • Profil Instagram
NYC dermatologist known for straightforward, sometimes unfiltered takes — good if you want it to you straight, no sugar-coating.
Dr. Idriss (@pillowtalkderm) • Profil Instagram