03. Acne Talk with Dr. Naana Boakye

Today, I’m joined by board-certified dermatologist, founder of Bergen Dermatology and co-founder of Karité skincare, Dr. Naana Boakye. I’ve been dealing with acne for more than half of my life and Dr. Boakye was the first dermatologist I went to as a teenager. Like most people who struggle with acne, my progress has been non-linear, but with Dr. Boakye’s guidance, I’ve been able to find which products, treatments, and lifestyle choices work best for me. In our conversation, we cover everything from my skincare journey, debunking myths about Accutane and Spironolactone, the mental impact of dealing with acne, and her top acne recommendations. She shares the best way to test out new products and how to decipher between good ingredients and good marketing. We also get real about before-and-after skincare photos on social media, which is something that’s helped me change my mindset around my own results. Tune in to learn more about Dr. Boakye’s unique approach to treating acne and what you can start doing today to take better care of your skin. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.Topics Covered:My acne journey The marriage of dermatology and holistic skincareReducing the stigma and fear around acne medication The importance of sunscreen, especially for melanated skincare Three products that you should always have in your regimen The best way to shop for products How to approach treating acne scarring Get in touch with Dr. Naana BoaykeInstagram Bergenderm.comKarité Shea Butter Subscribe for product recommendations, real talk, and podcast updatesThe Modern Millennial Newsletter Follow me to say hi or share any feedbackInstagram