Dr. Aleksandra Brown, DO, FAOCD, FAAD

Dr. Aleksandra Brown, DO, FAOCD, FAAD Aleksandra Brown was born in Derventa, Bosnia and Herzegovina and came to the United States as an exchange student in 1999. She earned her D.O.

Board Certified Dermatologist
🔥Skincare tips from your perimenopausal derm 💁‍♀️
❌ Nothing on this page is considered medical advice

www.draleksandrabrown.com She decided to pursue a career in medicine after working in a hospital emergency room as an undergraduate. 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.

02/08/2026

Found this in my drafts from this week. I take it I heard this a lot in one day and had a word vomit after clinic.

Have you tired minoxidil? Did it fix your problem? Lmk ⬇️

02/07/2026

Bacne? It could be your hormones, not hygiene.

Progesterone from birth control can increase oil production, and your back has tons of oil glands, making it the perfect spot for clogged pores and breakouts.

Scrubbing harder won’t fix it, that usually just irritates your skin and makes things worse. Instead, use a leave-on salicylic or glycolic acid spray to gently clear pores and treat those hard-to-reach areas consistently.

Product in the video is The Ordinary 7% glycolic acid. You can also find salicylic acid spray in brands like Naturium, Panoxyl, Paula's Choice.

Dealing with stubborn back breakouts lately? Lmk in the comments👇

02/06/2026

Hyperpigmentation won’t disappear if you’re skipping SPF or constantly spot treating your skin. ☀️ UV exposure and irritation only make dark spots darker.

Keep your routine gentle, apply sunscreen consistently, and give your skin time, results take weeks, not overnight.

💬 Comment below if you want me to show how much sunscreen you really need daily!

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02/05/2026

Your skin works hardest at night, give it the care it deserves to repair and glow. Here’s the step-by-step order for maximum results:

1️⃣ Cleansing Balm/Oil – dissolve makeup and sunscreen without stripping your skin
2️⃣ Cleanser – remove any leftover impurities for a clean base
3️⃣ Serum – deliver concentrated ingredients to target your skin goals
4️⃣ Retinol – encourage cell turnover, smooth texture, and fight early signs of aging
5️⃣ Moisturizer – lock in hydration so your skin wakes up soft and plump

💡 Skincare Hack: Apply products from thinnest → thickest. This way, every active ingredient can sink in and do its job!

📌 Try this tonight and let me know which step makes the biggest difference for your skin?

02/04/2026

🩺 Those tiny bumps on your forehead or chest aren’t always acne.

They could be fungal acne, caused by a yeast overgrowth, not clogged pores. These bumps often appear in clusters and can be itchy or flare with sweat and heavy creams.

Regular acne treatments usually don’t work and can even make things worse. Focus on antifungal solutions to treat the real cause.

💬 Curious about how to clear those stubborn bumps? Drop a comment below!

02/03/2026

If your breakouts itch, flare with heavy creams, or just won’t clear, it could be fungal acne. These tiny, uniform bumps are often mistaken for normal acne, which is why typical acne products fail.

Using the wrong creams can feed the yeast and prolong the breakout. Ketoconazole or terbinafine creams can actually stop the fungus and clear your skin.

💭Comment LINK and I’ll send you the full YouTube video showing exactly how to treat fungal acne with simple, dermatologist-approved steps.

VC


02/02/2026

Your morning routine doesn’t need to be complicated. Sometimes less is more, especially when you want results without overwhelm.

Here’s my go-to AM routine for glowing, protected skin:

1️⃣ Cleanser – wakes up your skin and removes overnight oil & impurities
2️⃣ Vitamin C Serum – brightens, evens skin tone, and protects against daily environmental damage
3️⃣ Sunscreen – the ultimate anti-aging step. Never skip it, even indoors!

✨ Derm-approved tip: Apply products from thinnest to thickest. Sunscreen is your final layer, makeup comes after.

Optional, if you have other steps you want to add, this is the order I recommend:

1. Cleanser
2. Toner
3. Vit C
4. HA serum/other serums
5. Eye cream
6. Moisturizer
7. Sunscreen

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01/31/2026

🩺 Onion juice for hair growth? Hard no. It’s more likely to irritate your scalp than regrow hair and inflammation only makes shedding worse.

Stick to treatments that are clinically proven, not kitchen hacks.

VC

I’ve rounded up some of my favorite skincare picks under $20, and they’ve been absolute staples in my routine. Gentle, e...
01/30/2026

I’ve rounded up some of my favorite skincare picks under $20, and they’ve been absolute staples in my routine. Gentle, effective, and affordable, just what your skin needs.

What are your thoughts on these?

💬 Comment SAVE and I’ll send you the link to all my faves under $20.

01/30/2026

Editing my day like a reality show trend with Brownies! We are baaaack 🫶🏼💕
💬 How was your day?

01/29/2026

What are your thoughts on these?

Lmk if you want more.

01/28/2026

Winter skincare isn’t about slathering anything on and hoping for the best. ❄️ The wrong products can leave your skin tight, cracked, and irritated.

💡 Want your skin to actually survive winter? Try this:

• Slather Vaseline on lips, under eyes, and dry patches to shield against wind and cold.
• Use urea or thick creams on heels and hands to soften and repair overnight.
• Always layer moisturizer on damp skin to lock in hydration.
• Seal in extra dry areas with a light hyaluronic acid serum under Vaseline for max effect.

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