As the winter season approaches, many of us are focusing on staying warm and cozy, rather than thinking about spending time outdoors in the sun. With this, we often overlook the importance of protecting our skin from the potential risks of skin cancer and leave the application of sunscreen to our warmer, sunny days! However,…
Congratulations, you just picked up an exciting new product from the store and are about to try it for the first time! You anxiously remove the product from its shiny new packaging, open the bottle and apply some to your face… …but when you wake up in the morning? None of the magical results you…
Getting older happens to us all – and like anything else, we tend to show signs of wear and tear on our bodies! Oftentimes, one of the most noticeable places is on our skin. While preventing signs of aging in the first place is the best method of preserving your skin’s appearance, there are things…
Your skin can burn if it is exposed to too much sun without proper protection from sunscreen and clothes.To heal and soothe stinging skin, it’s important to treat a sunburn as soon as you notice it.The first step you should take is to get out of the sun—and preferably indoors. Once indoors, these dermatologists’ tips…
Dirty makeup brushes can be damaging for your skin. Makeup brushes collect bacteria, product residue, dirt and oil. This can compromise your complexion, manifesting in acne breakouts and rashes. If you’re not regularly washing your makeup brushes it can also affect your health. Dirty makeup brushes can cause fungal infections or staph infections, which can…
Are you worried you may have sun-damaged skin? Going outdoors without sun protection or using a tanning bed exposes you to ultraviolet (UV) light that damages your skin. Over time, this damage builds up and you may see changes to your skin. These changes can include: wrinkles, age spots and loose skin. Wrinkles Wrinkles are…
Warmer weather is here and with it we know many of you will start resuming outdoor activities, vacations, and generally start spending more time in the sun. While you should apply sunscreen everyday, year-round, we want to answer a few frequently asked questions as we go into Spring. What type of sunscreen should I use?…
How to Care for Your Skin During Menopause Menopause is a life-cycle stage all women go through at some point. If you’ve landed on this article you are probably experiencing this life change for yourself. For many women, the hormonal changes menopause brings with it can cause noticeable changes to your skin and hair. However,…