Non-Chemical Sunscreens
Summer is coming, which means it’s time to restock on sunscreen. As with all topical skin care products, the ingredients in your sunscreen count! Unfortunately,...
Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman and Amethyst Holistic Health Solutions bring you the latest information on skin health, TCM herbal medicine, and lifestyle tips that can help you reach your health and wellness goals. Below is a complete list of our articles and media posts:
CASE STUDY: Severe TSW Responds Beautifully to Herbal Medicine
Situation Our patient Rachel* had extreme Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) that had spread over her entire face, on her arms, legs, hands, and large sections...
Topical Indigo: Science Rediscovers a TCM Gem
Indigo is the word we use to describe a deep, rich color of blue. Yet Indigo actually refers to the plant known as indigofera tinctoria,...
When NOT to use Petroleum Jelly
For generations, petroleum jellies and salves have held a hallowed space in many medicine chests. Perhaps your grandparents used it for a dozen skin care...
Facial Skin Toners: What do they do and do I need one?
When you’re shopping for skin care products that bring out the best in your skin, one item you’ll usually find in most skin care lines...
CASE STUDY: Resolving Severe Hand Eczema
Situation Our patient Tina* found us through a podcast interview featuring Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman. “After hearing her own story with eczema, I had a...
Love Your Skin From Scalp to Toe
Some skin on our body is easy to forget – like our scalp! Yet just like every other inch of skin, the scalp needs tender...
CASE STUDY: Eczema Case Responds Immediately
Every case is different and the time it takes to see results with herbal medicine can vary widely. However, this case is exceptional in the...
Emotional Well-Being and Skin Health
It’s tricky to know which comes first – do negative emotions trigger skin flare-ups? Or, does skin trouble trigger bouts of anxiety, stress, and depression?...