As the cooler weather starts to roll in, we know many of us will be losing our Summer tans. While you may be sad to see your color go, we recommend you use a “sunless tanner” if you want to stay “glowing.” Skip the tanning bed! Tanning, including tanning beds, poses a great risk to…
There’s a common misconception that body hair, specifically facial hair, can help prevent skin cancer by blocking the sun’s rays from reaching your skin. However, this is not the case – even with dark or extremely thick hair, the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays will penetrate your skin and cause damage and even potentially skin cancer. …
As we age, many of us are trying to welcome the wisdom the additional years bring, but lessen the appearance of physical change. If you’re concerned that wrinkles and fine lines are making you look older than you feel, we have several cosmetic treatments that can help achieve younger-looking skin. While some of these include…
Psoriasis can manifest anywhere on the skin. When it occurs on the scalp, it is referred to as scalp psoriasis. Sometimes a small patch develops, which can be easy to hide with hair. However, it can spread beyond the scalp to the forehead, the back of the neck or behind the ears. Scalp psoriasis often…
Atopic dermatitis, commonly known as eczema, is a skin condition characterized by irritation, itchiness, dryness, and other symptoms. When your baby or little one has eczema, they may cry or fuss more than normal, trying to alleviate the sensation. Eczema can arise from a variety of reasons, one of the common causes is skin coming…
When we injure our skin, our body’s natural healing response is to close the wound and form new skin over it, sometimes leaving a scar. While most of the time you shouldn’t really have to “do” anything to help aid the healing process, there are some steps you can take to help the skin heal…
Skin cancer affects more than five million people in the United States each year. However, with early detection it has one of the highest survival rates of any cancer! Do you know how to spot skin cancer? Answer these questions to test your knowledge! Q: What is the most common form of skin cancer? A:…
Summer poses some unique challenges for skin care, particularly for those with oily or acne-prone skin! The added discomfort caused by heat, humidity, and sweat, especially when combined with makeup, can be a real hindrance to your skincare goals. However, all hope is not lost! There are several steps you can take to manage oily…
Have you ever looked at your face and thought, “I wish my pores weren’t so big?” Well, you’re not alone! Large pores can be caused by a number of reasons including: high oil excretion, decreased elasticity around pores, and increased hair follicle volume. Frankly, much of this happens as a result of aging and hormonal…
Each May, we bring awareness to Skin Cancer. Did you know that skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in America? According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 9,500 people in the United States are diagnosed with skin cancer every day. As your dermatologist, we want to help keep your skin healthy, which…