Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by redness, inflammation, and small, pus-filled bumps on the face. While there is no cure for rosacea, there are many ways to manage the symptoms and reduce flare-ups. The condition typically starts in middle age and affects more women than…
For many people, struggling with acne can seem like a battle. It often crops up during our teenage years and accompanies us well into adulthood. Particularly in skin of color, it can leave behind hyperpigmentation, which is often more challenging to treat than the acne itself! The good news? There are a variety of over…
Have you ever dealt with age spots? You know, those pesky marks on your skin that pop up long after the days of pimples and tanning beds and don’t quite pass for freckles? You might notice them in places most often exposed to the sun’s rays, such as your hands and face. Age spots are…
Do you struggle with acne? Many individuals may suffer from acne for several years and lack the results they desire despite trying different types of treatments, cleansers, and products. Firstly, if you’ve never seen a dermatologist for your acne, this is an absolute must! What you think of as acne, may actually be a different…
Working out is great for your health! A regular workout routine can aid in weight control, heart disease prevention, and mood improvement among other benefits. However, if you’re working out at the gym, you may also be putting yourself at risk for a variety of skin infections. Bacteria and germs that cause common skin infections…
Growing up with eczema can be hard for children. Not only might they struggle with itching or fatigue if itching keeps them up at night, they feel embarrassed of the appearance of dry, red skin patches around other peers. While there is no “cure” for eczema there are steps you can take to help reduce…
Psoriasis is a condition that causes the body to produce new skin cells more quickly than is normal (in days as opposed to weeks). As a result, these cells may build up on top of one another, resulting in patches that appear thick or scaly. These are called plaques. Although there are many types of psoriasis, the most common form of psoriasis is plaque psoriasis, which affects between 80% to 90% of psoriasis patients.
When melanoma is present, it is often highly treatable when detected early. Check your skin for signs of melanoma using the “ABC’s of Melanoma.”
Hyperpigmentation occurs when something triggers skin to produce more melanin. Treating hyperpigmentation begins with finding the root cause of why these darker spots are occurring. By eliminating the cause, most spots will disappear and new ones will stop appearing.
Back to school is an exciting time for kids and parents alike! However, once the excitement of the first few weeks is over, you may find your child coming home with the sniffles, a scraped knee from the playground, or even head lice. The American Academy of Dermatology estimates that about 6 to 12 million…