If you’re a teenager or a woman in perimenopause, you’re likely dealing with a host of symptoms related to fluctuating hormones. You might have sought help from your doctor or been prescribed birth control to improve acne, PMS symptoms, and other health concerns. Or maybe you’ve used birth control for years to prevent pregnancy. But… Read more »
Author: Missy Richeal
How to protect skin from winter conditions
Winter skin conditions are problematic for many, especially those with eczema and psoriasis. The cold, dry air robs the skin of moisture, and shorter days can cause flare-ups and plaques to worsen due to less time in the sun. While many people enjoy hitting the ski slopes or pick-up games of pond hockey in winter,… Read more »
Know your coverage: Dermatology and health insurance
Understanding dermatology and health insurance may seem complicated. Yet, your skin journeys with you throughout life and many people avoid or overlook going to the dermatologist because they don’t know if their health insurance will cover it. Sure, a yearly skin cancer screening is recommended, and it would be nice to get your teenager’s acne… Read more »
5 Skin Care Resolutions For The New Year
Skin Care Resolutions For The New Year If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that less is more, there is beauty in simplicity, and video calls don’t mask our flaws. In an era of airbrushing and photo apps, authenticity always wins. Sometimes you have to go back to the basics of self-care. The same goes for… Read more »
Eat The Rainbow For Better Skin – Skin-Smart Nutrition
Eat The Rainbow For Betting Skin ’Tis the season to eat, drink, and be merry. But that doesn’t mean you have to blow your diet, puff up like the Pillsbury Doughboy, or risk an eczema flare due to poor food choices. If you’re looking for ways to support clear, radiant skin, it may be as… Read more »
Skin Gratitude: Affirm your way to clearer skin
Skin gratitude is a new skin trend that promotes giving thanks for your skin: blemishes, birthmarks, brown spots, and all. The idea behind positive psychology has finally reached beauty influencers and brands. But it’s also backed by science. Studies show that gratitude is a powerful antidote for depression, anxiety, and a negative mindset. When you’re… Read more »
National Healthy Skin Month – Good Skin Care Tips
November is National Healthy Skin Month, making it a great time to give your skin a good self-scan or schedule an annual visit to the dermatologist. Not only is your skin your body’s largest organ, but your skin also reveals a lot about your overall health and works hard over the course of a lifetime.… Read more »
Psoriasis: It’s More Than Just A Skin Thing
On the surface, psoriasis may seem like an easy skin condition to treat. Head to the dermatologist and get a cream, right? It’s actually more complicated. It is not a dangerous skin condition, but it can be embarrassing and takes some effort to manage. Psoriasis, like eczema, is a chronic health condition that currently has… Read more »
What You Need To Know About Atopic Dermatitis (eczema)
Red and itchy skin is a hallmark of atopic dermatitis, the most common type of eczema. Atopic dermatitis typically begins in childhood and can come and go throughout a person’s life. If you are one of the millions affected, you must learn to manage flare-ups and accompanying conditions such as asthma, hay fever, and other… Read more »