Dr. Aleksandra Brown, DO, FAOCD, FAAD

Dr. Aleksandra Brown, DO, FAOCD, FAAD Board Certified Dermatologist
🔥Skincare tips from your perimenopausal derm 💁‍♀️
✨ Skin longevity without the fluff
🎯 Real results. Real science.

https://linktr.ee/draleksandrabrown Aleksandra Brown was born in Derventa, Bosnia and Herzegovina and came to the United States as an exchange student in 1999. She decided to pursue a career in medicine after working in a hospital emergency room as an undergraduate. She earned her D.O. from Des Moines University in 2009, where she was awarded the academic and service excellence award for outstanding academic and interpersonal leadership. She lives in Blacksburg with her family, and is fluent in Bosnian, Serbian, and Croatian in addition to English. Dr. Brown is board certified by the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology. She is a member of several medical groups, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology, the American Osteopathic Association, and the Virginia Medical Society. She joined River Ridge Dermatology in 2013.

11/17/2025

If your feet are feeling rough or cracked, this simple nighttime routine can transform them. It only takes a few minutes and works while you sleep. Get ready for softer, smoother feet by morning! 👣✨

Slip on your socks, head to bed, and let the products do the work overnight. You’ll wake up to hydrated, baby-soft feet. Try it a few nights in a row for the best results! 😴💛

Save this post and try it tonight! Tag a friend who needs softer feet too!

11/15/2025

🤰✨ Struggling with pregnancy acne? You’re not alone, and there are safe ways to treat it!

As a dermatologist and mom of two, I see this all the time. Hormones like progesterone surge during pregnancy, causing oil glands to go into overdrive and clog pores. 😩

But here’s the tricky part: many acne meds aren’t pregnancy safe. 🚫
❌ Spironolactone
❌ Doxycycline
❌ Retinoids (like adapalene)
❌ High strength salicylic acid

So what can you use safely? ✅
✨ Benzoyl Peroxide – fights acne causing bacteria
✨ Glycolic Acid – gently exfoliates and brightens
✨ Azelaic Acid – unclogs pores and evens skin tone

If OTC options aren’t cutting it, your dermatologist may recommend prescription azelaic acid or topical clindamycin, both considered safe during pregnancy. 👩‍⚕️💬

Your skin can glow again, even during pregnancy! 🌸

💬 Comment LINK and I’ll send you my YouTube channel. Subscribe to watch the video LIVE TOMORROW!

VC on TT

11/14/2025

🖐 Cracked, Dry Hands? Here’s the Dermatologist Approved Fix!

Dry, thick, cracked hands need more than just lotion. Let’s transform them into baby soft hands with soak-and-smear therapy step by step!

Step 1: Soak
🛁 Soak your hands in warm (not hot) water for 15 to 20 minutes. This softens thickened skin and preps it for hydration.

Step 2: Exfoliate
💧 Gently pat your hands dry, leaving a bit of moisture. Apply a keratolytic cream with
✅ Urea ( Lipikar Urea 10)
✅ Lactic acid
✅ Ammonium lactate ( )

These ingredients dissolve thickened skin and help healing ointments pe*****te better.

Step 3: Seal & Protect
🧴 Apply a thick occlusive like , , or Healing Ointment, then wear cotton gloves overnight. Repeat nightly until skin is soft, then as needed for maintenance.

Step 4: Daily Care
🧤 Wear gloves when working with water or chemicals.
🧼 Wash hands with gentle cleansers (hydrating facial cleansers work too).
💧 Apply hand cream immediately after washing. Favorites: CeraVe and

✨ With consistent care, your hands can stay soft, smooth, and protected!

VC on TT

11/14/2025

Wwyd? Lmk ⬇️

11/13/2025

🩺 Skin checks save lives! Did you know melanoma often shows up in gender-specific areas?

Regular self-exams are key, don’t wait for symptoms.

When was your last skin check? 📝

PMID 29172282

11/12/2025

✨ Cicaplast Balm Retinol Sandwich ✨

Retinoids are amazing for anti-aging and acne, but they can be irritating if your skin isn’t used to them. The key is building a protective barrier while still letting your retinol work its magic. That’s where the retinol sandwich method comes in!

Here’s how it works
1️⃣ Apply moisturizer first
2️⃣ Layer your retinol
3️⃣ Finish with moisturizer again

💥 Why it works
The Cicaplast B5 Balm soothes inflammation and supports barrier repair with panthenol and madecassoside. Plus, dimethicone and shea butter lock in moisture and reduce irritation.

⚠️ Oily or acne-prone skin?
Use the Cicaplast B5 Gel instead, 25% glycerin gives a protective barrier without heavy occlusion.

💡 Tip: I love using the Balm on retinol-off nights for repairing, no clogging, just smooth, happy skin.

Try this hack and wake up to softer, calmer skin every morning!

VC on TT


11/12/2025

Wish this guy a happy bday tomorrow! Or in 30 min I should say…we’ve had some late nights.

He decided to make pepperoni rolls for his entire team (girls basketball coach for our middle school) yesterday and we have had late games two days in a row!
Girls said the rolls were fire 🫰🫰🫰

🍁 Fall is here, and it’s time to update your skincare routine! As a dermatologist in my 40s, I’ll show you my favorite A...
11/11/2025

🍁 Fall is here, and it’s time to update your skincare routine! As a dermatologist in my 40s, I’ll show you my favorite AM and PM products, how I layer them, and tips for keeping skin healthy and radiant this season. From vitamin C to retinol to sunscreen, I cover it all for glowing, age-appropriate skin.

💬 Comment “fall” below, and I’ll send you the full YouTube video!






11/10/2025

As a dermatologist with 15 years of experience and someone in my 40s myself, I can tell you, your skin needs have completely changed, and your old routine just won’t cut it anymore. 💁‍♀️

Here’s why:
🔹 Collagen & elastin production slows
🔹 Skin barrier thins → dryness & sensitivity
🔹 Hormone fluctuations → dullness, breakouts, and loss of elasticity

💡 Skincare that actually works after 40:
✨ Hydrating retinoids for collagen support
✨ Peptides & growth factors to restore firmness
✨ Gentle cream or milk cleansers + lipid-rich moisturizers for barrier repair
✨ Mild exfoliation 1–2x/week
✨ SPF daily (tinted SPF is perfect for hyperpigmentation too!)

Want the full breakdown with my 40+ skincare routine tips?

Drop  “LINK” in the comments and I’ll send you the full YouTube video! 🎥

11/10/2025

If you wanted that perfect glass skin for the holidays, these are the two products you want.
for aging & glycolic acid. Thank me later!

11/08/2025

💡 Rosacea Edition: The “Unsexy” Products That Actually Work 💡

After 15 years as a dermatologist, I can confidently say, when it comes to rosacea, what works isn’t always pretty. But it’s consistent, gentle, and proven.

🌿 1️⃣ Sulfur Mask ( )
She’s not the most glamorous and yes, she smells a little funky but sulfur helps calm redness, minimize bumps, and control excess oil.
👉 Apply to clean skin for 10–15 minutes once a week, then rinse.

✨ 2️⃣ Azelaic Acid
A multitasking hero for rosacea, redness, and post-acne marks.
Use twice daily on clean skin, and always follow with a moisturizer + SPF in the morning.

💧 3️⃣ Avene Cicalfate / La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm ( )
When your skin feels irritated or overly sensitive, these balms are your barrier’s best friend.
They hydrate like Vaseline () without clogging pores perfect for recovery nights or layering over actives.

☀️ 4️⃣ EltaMD UV Clear SPF ()
Sunscreen is non-negotiable for rosacea management.
This lightweight formula with niacinamide calms redness, soothes irritation, and blends seamlessly into any skin tone.

Need help figuring out which products will work best for your rosacea?

Drop “link” in the comments, and I’ll share my full list + the YouTube video for my full rosacea routine.

11/08/2025

Not quite IG content but lmk if you want the Derm Daily Dumps of what is just me rambling or should I just stick to my regular content. Filmed yesterday and posted to TT. Coming to IG a day late

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