Dustin Portela, DO, is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon at Treasure Valley Dermatology in Boise, Idaho.
Pointers with Dr Portela: Urine for Skin Care?
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.
Pointers with Dr Portela: Hockey Fan Spots Melanoma
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.
Pointers with Dr Portela: TikTok’s Green Mask Stick
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.
Pointers with Dr Portela: The End of the Year Product Review
In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc lists his favorite skincare products that he used this year.
Pointers with Dr Portela: Can Sleep Devices Help Your Skin?
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.
Pointers with Dr Portela: Diving into Laser Treatments
In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc explains the differences between lasers that can be used for various treatment goals.
Pointers with Dr Portela: Common Questions on Acne Scarring
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.
Pointers with Dr Portela: Sugaring for Hair Removal
In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc undergoes sugaring for hair removal.
Pointers With Dr Portela: Clear Start Acne Kit Review
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.
Pointers With Dr Portela: How to Fix Dry Skin
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.
Pointers With Dr Portela: Blue Light Risks and the RFLCT Skincare 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.
Pointers With Dr Portela: The 5 Types of Eczema
In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc honors the end of Eczema Awareness Month with a video explaining the skin condition.
Pointers With Dr Portela: How to Get Rid of Brown Spots
In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc watches a TikTok and debunks its claim of what causes brown spots.
Pointers With Dr Portela: Can Keratosis Pilaris Be Cured?
In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc explains what keratosis pilaris is and whether or not it can be cured.
Pointers With Dr Portela: What is Hidradenitis Suppurativa?
In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc watches several TikTok videos in which creators share their experience with hidradenitis suppurativa.
Pointers With Dr Portela: What to Ask The Dermatologist at an Acne 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.
Pointers With Dr Portela: Reacting to Cystic Acne with Cassandra Bankson
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.
Pointers With Dr Portela: Battle of the Pimple Patches
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.
Pointers with Dr Portela: How to Fix a Broken Skin Moisture Barrier
In this week's Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc explains how to repair the skin moisture barrier.