Identifying the Signs of Melanoma
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.”
Dealing with Dark Spots: For Darker Skin Tones
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.
Dealing with Head Lice
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…
Eczema Awareness Month
October is Eczema Awareness Month! According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, around 16.5 million adults in the U.S. have atopic dermatitis (AAD). Of this number, 6.6 million report moderate-to-severe symptoms. This month we want to take a moment to share facts about eczema and how to alleviate symptoms when possible. Atopic dermatitis…
FAQs About Stretch Marks
What is a stretch mark? A stretch mark is a type of scar that appears on skin when it grows or stretches rapidly, causing collagen and elastin in skin to rupture. When skin heals, the red lines that appear are called “stretch marks.” Stretch marks are most likely to appear during times when your body…
Treating Chronic Hives
Do you suffer from hives? Appearing as welts or reddish/pink blotches or bumps on the skin, hives can appear on the skin in many sizes and flare up periodically or last for long periods of time. If your hives occur daily or last longer than six weeks, you may have chronic hives, or ““chronic urticaria.”…
Acne Do’s and Don’ts from your Dermatologist
Acne is a skin condition that occurs when your pores become clogged with dead skin cells and oil. Symptoms range from inflamed blackheads to pus-filled pimples or large, red, and tender bumps. While acne is a fairly common condition, there are lots of myths out there about how it should be treated. Here are our…
Acne vs. Rosacea: What’s the difference?
Rosacea is a breakout that is red in appearance and seems very similar to acne, but is much more difficult to treat. So how do you tell if it’s acne or rosacea?
How to Practice Safe Sun and Prevent Skin Cancer
May is skin cancer awareness month! As we gear up for summer sun, we want to take a few moments to remind our patrons to protect their skin while they’re out and about. Not only does doing so prevent premature aging, it also significantly lowers your risk of skin cancer. Exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet…
How to Care for Your Skin During Menopause
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,…