PDS introduces the first Guide on Dermocosmetics in the Philippines as part of its Skin Safety Campaign. Len Cristobal

The growing number of skin complications caused by procedures performed by unqualified individuals fueled the Philippine Dermatological Society (PDS) to start a Skin Safety Campaign in 2008. Today, positioning itself as the DermAuthority, the organization has expanded its platforms and now uses social media to educate Filipinos about proper skin care and safe and effective treatments for skin, hair, and nail conditions in order to prevent damaging consequences of misinformation.

Uncertified 'experts'

One of the issues raised at a media briefing with PDS in Mandaluyong on Monday was the serious problem of uncertified clinics performing cosmetic and skin treatment procedures.

Furthermore, the organization also warned the public to be mindful about heavily promoted products on TV that promise to address skin issues in a short span of time.

PDS president Dr. Rosalina Nadela reminded the public to consult only eligible dermatologists for skin care and skin diseases.

Licensed dermatologists have undergone three years of training at a hospital or institution approved by the PDS, which prides itself as the only specialty society in dermatology recognized by the Philippine Medical Association. It currently has 11 accredited dermatology training institutions:

1. Philippine General Hospital UP Manila 2. Skin & Cancer Foundation, Inc. 3. Research Institute for Tropical Medicine 4. East Avenue Medical Center 5. Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center 6. Makati Medical Center 7. Ospital ng Maynila Medical Center 8. Southern Philippines Medical Center 9. St. Lukes Medical Center 10. Sto. Tomas University Hospital 11. University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center

PDS awards the Skin Safety Campaign door decal and the Seal of Excellence to certified dermatologists whose names can be found on their official website.

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Dermatologists boost Skin Safety Campaign, warn about beauty experts