Dr. Howard Sobel

Dr. Howard Sobel

Dr. Howard Sobel has been recognized by New York Magazine and Castle Connolly's Guide as one of the best Dermatologists and Dermatologic Surgeons for thirteen consecutive years.  He is the Director of the New York Institute of Aesthetic Dermatology and Laser Surgery, which helped jump start the evolution of medi-spas in the U.S.  Dr. Sobel is an Attending Dermatologist and Dermatologic Surgeon at Lenox Hill-LIJ Hospital Medical Center.  He is also the founder of Doctor’s Dermatologic Formula (DDF), one the first Dermatologic skin care lines created in 1991.  In 2007, DDF was sold to Proctor & Gamble and Dr. Sobel remains as their Dermatology consultant.

Latest Content by Dr. Howard Sobel

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Battling breakouts is bad enough, but then come acne’s annoying after effects: scars, unevenness, and changes in pigmentation. While scarring typically results from cystic acne or lager Read More >
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Spending tons of time in the gym can end up wreaking havoc on your skin. The key to giving body acne the boot—and keeping it gone—is staying super clean. Your number one target: sweat. It Read More >
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Even if you’ve been at it since puberty, the shaving run-down you picked up from your dad probably didn’t include expert tips on the best tools, how to pick gels versus creams, and when Read More >
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You thought you were done with zits the day you put your awkward high school days behind you, but clearer skin doesn’t always come with age. Plain and simple, pimples pop up when your pores are Read More >

More by Dr. Howard Sobel

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A few lines add character (at least they work for Clooney), but there’s no race to slap legit wrinkles on your face. Slow down signs of aging with these six strategies.
Sure, a furrowed brow adds distinction to your appearance, but one wrinkle too many and you’ll force her to wonder Is he too old for me? Fine lines do come with age—the older...