With all of the miracle products available, skin care can feel confusing. MetroHealth dermatologists help you care for your skin and keep it healthy.
Published May 19, 2026
Contributed by: Julie Iacullo, MD / Dermatology
Expert Guidance for an Easy Skin Care Routine
Your skin is your body’s largest organ. So, taking care of it is important. A simple skin care routine can help protect your skin from acne, aging, redness and sun damage.
With so many products and social media trends, it can be hard to know what to use. Julie Iacullo, MD, a dermatologist at MetroHealth, shares tips to help you choose what’s right for your skin. She also explains how MetroHealth can help.
Clearing Confusion for Clearer Skin
Many people feel unsure about skin care. MetroHealth dermatologists often see patients who use products that don’t work well together. These products may not help—and sometimes they can make skin worse by causing redness, irritation or clogged pores.
Dr. Iacullo says the key to good skin care is finding products that work for you.
“You don’t have to be very fancy. Use a gentle face wash and gentle moisturizer,” she says. “Your skin care products don’t need a lot of active ingredients in them.”
For smooth, healthy skin, she suggests including:
- Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher): Helps prevent sunburn, skin cancer and early aging
- Exfoliants (like glycolic or salicylic acid): Remove dead skin that can clog pores
- Hyaluronic acid: Keeps your skin soft and hydrated
- Niacinamide (vitamin B3): Helps calm redness and control oil
- Retinol: Helps new skin grow and can fade dark spots
- Vitamin C: Helps protect skin from sun damage
Dr. Iacullo says it’s best to avoid products with alcohol or strong fragrances, which can irritate your skin. Wash your face and apply products once or twice a day. Doing it more often can make your skin worse.
Simple, High-Quality Skin Care Options
Finding good skin care products can be difficult. Stores and online shops offer anti-wrinkle creams, cleansers and moisturizers. Even if you know what ingredients to look for, it’s not always easy to pick the right one. Some prescription products can also be expensive.
MetroHealth dermatologists have made it easier.
“There are so many products out there, but it’s hard to know which ones are good quality,” Dr. Iacullo says. “MetroHealth dermatologists worked together to create pharmaceutical-grade skin care products you can trust, and you don’t need a prescription to get them.”
These dermatologist-designed products include cleansers, moisturizers and serums. These products, designed by dermatologists, include cleansers, moisturizers, and serums. They are backed by research and made to keep your routine simple while helping with common skin concerns.
Some of these products include ingredients often found in prescriptions, making them stronger than many store-bought options. They’re also affordable and easy to find.
“When I’m counseling patients, I might suggest a product that has a natural ingredient like azelaic acid. It treats acne and rosacea by reducing inflammation. But it’s expensive as a prescription. And it may be lower quality in off-the-shelf brands,” she says. “It’s nice that I can tell patients that our team has created high-quality, affordable products that I trust.”
Keeping Your Skin Care Routine Simple and Consistent
Good skin care doesn’t have to be complicated. Using more products doesn’t always mean better results. The key is to find a few products that work for your skin and use them every day.
If you need help, we are here for you. MetroHealth’s high quality, affordable skin care products are available at the following pharmacy locations:
Ready to Get Started?
Ask a MetroHealth pharmacist about the skin care products available. If you have concerns about a skin condition, schedule an appointment with a MetroHealth dermatologist.
Your Questions Answered
Q: Does MetroHealth offer special skin care products?
A: Yes, MetroHealth offers high quality, dermatologist-designed products, including:
- Retinol body lotion: Helps improve skin tone and texture using hyaluronic acid, fats and antioxidants
- Retinal + Q10 serum: Helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles with Vitamin A and a vitamin-like antioxidant
- Salicylic acid 2% solution: Helps clean pores and reduce inflammation with natural extracts and vitamin B3
- Vitamin CE with ferulic acid: Helps brighten and protect your skin using vitamin C and E
Q: Should my morning and evening skin care routine be different?
A: Yes.
- In the morning, use products that protect your skin, like sunscreens and antioxidants.
- At night, focus on cleaning and repairing your skin with products like retinol or salicylic acid.
Don’t use products more than twice a day to avoid irritation.
Q: Do I need to wear sunscreen every day?
A: Yes. Wearing sunscreen every day — even on cloudy days or indoors — helps protect your skin from damage and lowers your risk of skin cancer.
