
In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc dives into a social media video that shows someone advocating for urine for hair, skin, and overall body care. See what he has to say about this suggestion.
Dustin Portela, DO, is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon at Treasure Valley Dermatology in Boise, Idaho.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc dives into a social media video that shows someone advocating for urine for hair, skin, and overall body care. See what he has to say about this suggestion.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc discusses the story of how a hockey fan spotted a cancerous mole on the on the Canucks, a National Hockey League (NHL) Team, equipment manager.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc had already called out the Green Mask Stick’s false advertising, but now the controversy continues.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc lists his favorite skincare products that he used this year.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc goes into the science behind sleep and skin while also review 3 different sleep improvement devices.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc explains the differences between lasers that can be used for various treatment goals.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc answers viewer questions about acne scarring including how to distinguish between acne scars and inflammatory pigment change.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc undergoes sugaring for hair removal.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc reviews the Clear Start Acne kit and takes a deep dive on the ingredients in the products.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc shares tips on prevention, treatment, and products he recommends for treating dry hands caused by wintery weather.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc explains the recent controversy involving blue light and its effect on the skin after a recent YouTube controversy.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc explains the recent controversy involving blue light and its effect on the skin after a recent YouTube controversy.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc honors the end of Eczema Awareness Month with a video explaining the skin condition.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc watches a TikTok and debunks its claim of what causes brown spots.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc watches a TikTok and debunks its claim of what causes brown spots.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc explains what keratosis pilaris is and whether or not it can be cured.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc watches several TikTok videos in which creators share their experience with hidradenitis suppurativa.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc explains what to ask the dermatologist in an appointment to insure a productive and effective visit.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc explains what to ask the dermatologist in an appointment to insure a productive and effective visit.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc and Cassandra Bankson, a medical aesthetician and skin advocate, react to cystic acne TikToks and offer commentary.

This week’s Pointers With Dr Portela, Dustin Portela, DO, explains pimple patches and hydrocolloid patches, diving into how to treat acne when it surfaces.

In this week's Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc explains how to repair the skin moisture barrier.