Honey is a hot ingredient in many OTC cosmeceutical and hair care products. Does it live up to the hype? And should your patients be using products containing honey? Jeanine B. Downie, MD, FAAD, director of image Dermatology PC in Montclair, NJ, gives it a thumbs up for most.

“Honey itself can be antibacterial. A lot of my patients feel like it helps them so they break out a little bit less,” she says. “Honey in its purer forms is noncomedogenic so it does not clog the skin and it can be quite soothing.”

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New Products

TheraFace PRO, Therabody

Therabody introduced TheraFace PRO, a portable facial health device. This new device optimizes Therabody’s renowned technology behind Theragun percussive therapy for the face to reduce tension, relax facial muscles, and care for it at the deepest level, even addressing discomfort related to migraines, headaches, and jaw pain. This FDA-cleared, all-in-one facial health device offers multi-functional, science-backed facial therapies—from skin-toning microcurrent therapy to rejuvenating light therapy, tension-relieving Cryothermal Technology, to combining the company’s percussive therapy with one of the most effective ways to cleanse the face. Because every face is unique, Therabody says it engineered a customizable experience with easily interchangeable magnetic ring attachments that allows the user to seamlessly switch between, and even combine, treatments. As needs change because of life, travel, or weather, TheraFace PRO changes with the individual and their circumstances. Theragun’s proprietary percussive technology is combined with other modalities to address the face’s more than 40 muscles. Therabody.com

Environmental Defense Radiance Boosting Serum, Obagi Clinical

Obagi Clinical has introduced a soft, non-sticky, easy gliding daily serum designed to energize the skin and help defend it against daily environmental aggressors that can lead to oxidative stress and early signs of skin-aging. The Environmental Defense Radiance Boosting Serum leaves a radiant finish and has a green and floral scent. It’s formulated with a rich blend of Cordyceps, Astragalus, and Wild Yam Root Extracts + Haberlea Rhodopensis Leaf Extract, which has antioxidant properties, giving a layer of defense from environmental aggressors. It also uses ATP Complex, intended to restore the skin’s energy, giving the fuel it needs to fight oxidative damage while simultaneously assisting with hydration, skin radiance, and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Obagi.com

Body and Face Lotion and Ointment, Gold Bond

Gold Bond’s Pure Moisture Daily Body & Face Lotion and Medicated Advanced Healing Skin Protectant Ointment aim to provide 24-hour hydration and are free of parabens, dyes, and fragrances.

Dermatologist-tested, Pure Moisture Daily Body & Face Lotion is and ultra-lightweight, fast-absorbing formula that contains seven moisturizers and three vitamins, including hyaluronic acid and naturally sourced grapeseed oil. Plus, it’s suitable for daily use on the body and face as it’s hypoallergenic and won’t clog pores.

Medicated Advanced Healing Skin Protectant Ointment is ideal for dry, cracked skin. This high-performance formula includes white petrolatum to help protect, ceramides to restore, and shea butter to hydrate skin. It forms a protective barrier, without leaving skin feeling sticky, and is clinically shown to restore healthy skin. Goldbond.com