Aah, to be young and in love – or so enthralled with a person that you want to profess your enduring love in the form of a tattoo. Getting your significant other’s name tattooed on you is a brave sign of devotion, but what happens if you’re not together anymore? Are you worried about what… Read more »
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Skin Rescue in the Winter Months
Did you know? The winter can take a toll on your skin, especially if you are living in arid areas and/or are already prone to dry skin. It can cause your skin discomfort and even lead to sores and cracking, also known as chapping, which can be painful and take some time to heal. Long-term… Read more »
The holidays can wreak havoc on your skin – here’s how to fight back
The holiday lights and parties make this a merry time of year, but all the diet-busting dishes, to-do lists, and socializing can wreak havoc on your complexion. December’s whirlwind of holiday soirees, workplace carry-ins, and happy hours with friends translates into added alcohol, sweets, and stress. All that indulging, coupled with dark days, late nights,… Read more »
Perioral Dermatitis Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Have you noticed red spots around your mouth and chin? Has it been months and they are not going away or migrating to your eye and forehead? If you normally have clear skin, it can be perplexing to pinpoint what is causing the unsightly red spots that look like acne or a rash. Perioral dermatitis… Read more »
A Skin Cancer Guide For Veterans & Active Military Personnel
Skin cancer usually isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when people consider the potential health risks associated with military service. However, studies show active duty military and veterans, especially those in earlier wars, have an increased risk for skin cancer compared to the general population. U.S. military members are often deployed to tropical… Read more »
Caring For Your Skin During Menopause
Menopause and the years leading up to it bring a host of frustrating and unwanted changes for women. Dry skin, brittle nails, and hair loss are some of the more visible signs and symptoms that can cause women to feel self-conscious and less attractive. Similar to your teenage years, when hormones go haywire, menopause-related hormonal… Read more »
Healthy Aging Month – Skincare Tips For Any Age
You can often tell a lot about a person’s age, health, and lifestyle habits by looking at their skin. It’s the first thing people often notice and has to hold up against the elements, which is why your skin deserves some TLC. Your skin is the largest organ in your body and works hard to… Read more »
Back To School – A Skincare Guide For Teenagers
While it’s almost impossible to get through your teen years without at least a few complaints about your skin, there are some things you can do to keep your complexion looking its best. Here’s our back to school list of tips and advice for keeping your skin healthy and glowing this school year. The challenges… Read more »
Hair Loss Causes, Symptoms, And Treatment
Genetics is mostly to blame for hair loss like hair thinning and patterned baldness, especially in men, and follows a predictable and visible pattern. It’s also fairly common. Nearly 85 percent of men experience significantly thinning hair by age 50, and about 40 percent of women experience hair loss or thinning by age 40, according… Read more »
Psoriasis Awareness Month
Tips for Recognizing and Managing the Skin Disease and Its Impact on Your Body Psoriasis is not just a skin disease. It is an autoimmune condition that can have widespread systemic effects, which are best described in skin, joints, and heart. Dermatologists have many tools to help manage the disease and in many cases make… Read more »
Botox – Everything You Wanted To Know, But Were Afraid to Ask
Fine lines. Frown lines. ‘The elevens’. Whatever you call them, Botox can smooth wrinkles on your forehead, in-between your eyes, and those crow’s feet. Over 12-million people have benefited from Botox since it was approved by the FDA in 2002. For nearly two decades, Botox has helped both men and women eliminate, reduce, and prevent… Read more »
5 tips to prevent skin cancer
Findings from the Skin Cancer Foundation show that one in every five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. That’s a scary statistic – and one that makes it incredibly important to establish a trusting relationship with your dermatologist. There are various types of skin cancer but the majority of the deadliest kinds are… Read more »