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.

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.

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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.

01/27/2026

Ever wonder which viral skincare hacks actually work and which are just hype? 🤯

From bleach baths for eczema to silicone scar sheets, some trends deliver real results while others can backfire.

✨Lmk if you want more of these ⬇️

01/26/2026

My fave products under $20

• 10-in 1 bond repair hair mask
◦ she will fix your frizzy hair in one application

• antidandruff shampoo
◦ goodbye flakes, hello healthy scalp. No fragrance!

• Glycolic acid
◦ gets rids of your flakey scalp, KP, hyperpigmentation, ingrowns, you name it!

• UV super water gel SPF 50
◦ you want your sunscreen to feel like you’re wearing nothing, she is your girl

• lotion
◦ my perimenopause/dry skin body moisturizer go-to

• Cicaplast Balm B5+
◦ she will fix your compromised skin barrier and your perioriorificial derm

• Retinol Body lotion
◦ perimenopause & crepey skin must-have

• Gleanser
◦ when you want one big bottle to clean and hydrate your face and body, your reach for her

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

01/25/2026

Really hoped I wouldn’t be dealing with acne after doing accutane in my 30s but hormonal acne is a different beast and perimenopause had it in for me.

I know there are a lot of worse things that could happen with hormonal changes and my palpitations last year showed me how bad it can really be but those are fixed now and I’m grateful.

Will post more about how I fixed my palpitations/PVCs so hit that follow button if you want more on this topic.

💬what’s your biggest struggle with your skin rn? ⬇️

01/24/2026

Your thoughts on these products? Lmk ⬇️

My take on this trend

01/23/2026

Good skincare doesn’t have to drain your wallet. 💸

You can get the same results with smart, budget-friendly alternatives. Focus on the ingredients your skin actually needs, and consistency and you’ll glow without overspending! ✨



01/22/2026

Worried your wound will leave a noticeable scar? 😣 Most “healing hacks” might actually be slowing you down.

🚨AVOID peroxide, alcohol and neosporin. Instead, use petrolatum until wound is closed then start silicone scar get or tape. Never let your wound dry out and scab over unless you like scars.

01/21/2026

Cracked hands don’t mean you need stronger products, they mean your skin barrier is broken. 🚫

Constant washing and harsh soaps strip the lipids that keep your hands soft and protected. Swap your usual hand soap for a gentle creamy hand or face wash.

Lock in moisture right after washing, then repair overnight with a thick cream + occlusive gloves.

💡 Follow this method to finally stop the cycle of dryness and cracking.

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3706 S Main Street
Blacksburg, VA
24060

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
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