Answering Men’s Dermatology Questions: Dr. Green Interviewed by GQ
Over recent years, Dermatology has become a common concern for men too. Dr. Green knows this and has been featured in GQ many times as a result, with various press appearances listed below. The topics center on men’s grooming, skin care, and hair health, including hair loss prevention (PRP and microneedling), Botox for men, eye creams, hyperpigmentation, beef tallow skin care, shampoo, and general tips for looking better.
How To Look Hotter as a Man According to GQ & Dr. Green
GQ asked Dr. Green about a few things in today’s list of “10 Ways to Look Hotter, According to Grooming Experts” – the piece brings together expert advice from dermatologists, dentists, barbers, and hair specialists to tackle the most common men’s grooming questions across skin, hair, and hygiene.
Dr. Michele Green cuts through the morning-vs-night shower debate by grounding it in basic skin science. As she explains, “It is essential to hygiene, as it removes dead skin cells, dirt, sweat, oil, pollutants and other impurities.” From a skin-health standpoint, she favors evenings: “Showering at night removes the impurities accumulated throughout the day and prevents them from being transferred to sheets and pillowcases.” That said, she acknowledges the other side — “Most people sweat at night” — making a morning rinse equally valid depending on your lifestyle.
When it comes to what you actually use in the shower, Green is equally specific. For dry or sensitive skin, she recommends “soothing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, colloidal oat or aloe” and for oilier, acne-prone skin, “exfoliating acids such as glycolic or salicylic.” The broader takeaway is that timing matters less than consistency and choosing the right ingredients for your skin type — small, informed habits that add up over time.
The article also appeared in the UK version of GQ as “The GQ Global Grooming Taskforce Will Save Us All” and you can read the US version live at https://www.gq.com/story/10-ways-to-look-hotter-according-to-grooming-experts
Beef Tallow Skin Care & TikTok, GQ Asks Dr. Green
If you are wondering about the recent wave of Beef Tallow skin care recommendations on TikTok, that’s because it’s been in the news a fair few times recently. GQ joined the trend and asked Dr. Michele Green “Is Beef Tallow Actually Any Good for You?”
It turns out that beef tallow has emollient properties that soften and smooth the skin somewhat, since “its fatty acids closely resemble the natural oils of the skin, allowing it to effectively replenish moisture,” she says in the article. Those with sensitive skin should also exercise caution, adds Dr. Green, as irritation, inflammation, and allergic reactions are all possible if you do use beef tallow. So you are better off using some more well vetted alternatives such as ceramides, plus hyaluronic acid and glycerin to boost your hydration.
Find out more and read what Dr. Green has to say about beef tallow’s recent trend at https://www.gq.com/story/beef-tallow-diet-skin-health
Best Eye Creams for Men, GQ asks Dr. Green
From how you look to others or in the mirror, to whether you had a big night out last night, the eyes often are the first things people notice about you. As a result, GQ wanted to take a look at some of the best eye creams for men in “The Best Eye Creams for Men Will Help You Look Fresher, Maybe Even Younger.”
Dr. Green is quoted several times and gets asked key questions such as what ingredients to look for, for example – “some ingredients in eye creams specifically target eye concerns such as undereye bags, puffiness, or hollowness and may not be found in a regular face moisturizer,” while “some eye creams are formulated with specific delivery systems to increase the efficacy of the eye cream in the specific eye area.”
She also looks at the difference between eye cream and serum along with when to best use each. And other products to look at overall, such as SPF usage on a daily basis, even if not a sunny day. “Using SPF around the eyes consistently can decrease the need for corrective skin care products later on,” says Dr. Green. For example, you could deploy an SPF moisturizer over top of your eye cream or serum. Read the full list of recommendations and Dr. Green’s comments at https://www.gq.com/story/best-eye-cream
Featured in GQ’s list of Shampoo’s for Men
From thick hair to thin hair, curly to straight, there are many types of shampoos for men, with a variety of ingredients. One example is Pyrithione Zinc 2% which helps to “normalize sebum production and eliminate any bacteria or fungus causing flaking and irritation on the scalp,” as noted by Dr. Green in the GQ article titled “The Best Shampoo for Men Is Your Bad Hair Day Panacea.” The article looks at some of the top shampoo options for each hair type and combines top picks from some of the experts including other hairstylists, along with Adam Hurly and the GQ team.
Find out more about each of the top men’s shampoos at https://www.gq.com/story/best-shampoo-for-men-for-every-type-of-hair
GQ: How to (Actually) Prevent Hair Loss
Dr. Michele Green was featured in GQ today where discussed how to keep and strengthen the hair they already have. Which each case is very different, some of the key notes she had in the article include attacking it at first sight – “Getting treatment for hair loss in its early stages can help minimize overall hair loss and increase the odds of a treatment’s efficacy,” she says. “Hair loss can seem overwhelming which is why it is necessary to consult with a dermatologist who will assess your condition and explain all of your treatment options.”
As well as making a plan on various options such as PRP or Low-level laser therapy, she also discusses OTC options and targeted, specialized supplements such as Viviscal and Nutrafol in particular. “Viviscal promotes hair growth by providing nutrients your hair needs to grow such as b complex, and zinc among other nutrients which promotes thicker, stronger and longer hair. Nutrafol is an amazing vitamin formulated with marine collagen, saw palmetto, and ashwagandha,” she adds. “Marine collagen is enriched with B vitamins, which promote hair growth, saw palmetto prevents testosterone from being converted to DHT, and ashwagandha reduces inflammation.”
In addition to that, reducing stress where possible is always a good option “stress can cause the hair to stop growing and cause excessive shedding,” says Green. So while stress can be hard to avoid sometimes, there are things you can do to take care of yourself such as quitting smoking.
https://www.gq.com/story/how-to-prevent-hair-loss
Guide to Botox for Men (feature in GQ)
GQ wrote a guide to Botox for men, as more and more males look at this option. They interviewed Dr. Green in the article who notes a few different things for men looking to get Botox, from common questions such as how it’s not permanent, what to expect from the treatment overall and more. For example “your body will steadily metabolize the Botox, and muscular function will return. You should count on Botox “lasting” for 3-4 months,” says Green, though this varies.
The “The Guys Guide to Botox” article notes that Botox is used in many ways besides preventing “photo aging” in the face, says Green. “Other uses include blepharospasm (uncontrolled blinking), strabismus (lazy eye), hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), migraines, and bruxism (teeth grinding), among others in a similar fashion by blocking the release of acetylcholine.”
Common reasons for male patients include Botox on the glabella (between the eyebrows), forehead, masseter muscle (common to cure teeth grinding and build jaw definition), crow’s feet (around the eyes), and in the area of the chin (to smooth inconsistencies or build definition). Find out more and how to prepare for Botox at https://www.gq.com/story/guys-guide-to-botox
Hyperpigmentation Overview With GQ & Dr. Green
If you have noticed dark spots on your skin or have acne marks then you may be wondering how to to treat them. This condition is called hyperpigmentation and it can occur from a number of reasons, from age, acne, to sun damage. The good news is that there are hyperpigmentation treatments available.
When it comes to dark spots or acne marks on the skin, prevention is often easier than treatment. GQ have discussed hyperpigmentation with Dr. Green to learn how to prevent them from occurring in the first place and to discuss potential treatments for discolored skin.
To learn more about hyperpigmentation take a look at the article on the GQ site that features Dr. Green, titled: “Dark Spots and Acne Marks: How to Prevent and Treat Hyperpigmentation”
GQ Looks At How Men Can Actually Prevent Hair Loss
Dr. Michele Green was featured in a GQ article this week where Adam Hurly looks at key steps men can take in order to prevent hair loss and not going completely bald.
What is the secret to keeping a full head of hair? For one, seek help as soon as you see change. “Getting treatment for hair loss in its early stages can help minimize overall hair loss and increase the odds of a treatment’s efficacy,” says Dr. Green.
From there you can build a plan, look at reducing stress and improving dietary options, and of course the article talks about PRP hair treatment options too. Not only that, but Adam tried PRP for himself at Dr. Green’s office and here are the initial results.
Read the full article “Hpw to (Actually) Prevent Hair Loss” at GQ: https://www.gq.com/story/how-to-actually-prevent-hair-loss
Does Microneedling Prevent Hair Loss
This was a topic GQ explored this week with Dr. Michele Green. While research on microneedling alone for hair loss is limited, studies suggest it can increase hair count—especially when combined with proven therapies like minoxidil or PRP. Dermatologists emphasize that microneedling works best as part of a broader, ongoing hair-loss plan rather than as a standalone option. Dr. Green says that you might experience minor redness, swelling, and pain, though side effects tend to be mild and short-lived. You might shed less overall, but at best, one can expect “modest to meaningful” improvements in fullness, shaft thickness, density, and overall hair health.
On its own, microneedling shows modest benefits, but research and dermatologists agree it works best as a complementary therapy. She notes that medical-grade hair loss therapies like oral Propecia are likely to be more effective. “However, scalp microneedling can work with other therapies—oral, topical, or in-office treatments—to prevent hair loss and promote hair regrowth,” she says.
Find out more at What Is Microneedling and Does It Really Prevent Hair Loss?
