Did you know that August is National Psoriasis Month! Psoriasis can effect different aspects of life, but some may not think that dyeing hair would be problematic. Here are some great tips for dyeing hair when you have psoriasis: 1. Talk to the stylist 2. Test a spot first 3. Use medicated treatments beforehand 4. [...]
Most people don't realize that facial redness that doesn’t go away, bumps and pimples, and irritated eyes are all signs of rosacea. This life-disruptive condition is known to affect more than 16 million Americans and can now be diagnosed with more precision than ever before. April is Rosacea Awareness Month and is used to educate [...]
Men, do you suffer with an itchy beard? There are many causes for itchy beards such as dry skin and hair itself growing. However, did you know that there can be underlying medical reasons for your itchy chin? Medical News Today recently published an article that discusses everything from common reasons why your beard [...]
When looking for the right dermatologist, start by determining whether the doctor you're considering is a board-certified dermatologist. If you can't be seen directly by a certified dermatologist, she recommends looking for a practice that's under the direction of a board-certified dermatologist. In those cases, you may see a nurse practitioner or a physician [...]
A good, 5 Minute skin care routine is worth its weight in gold, especially on a hectic Monday morning! Start with Cleanser: Cleansing your face prepares your skin so that other skin care products absorb more effectively. Using a gentle mild over the counter cleanser or Elta MD Foaming Cleanser help to prevent [...]
Choosing the best moisturizer can be tricky. The New York Times gives us some great tips for choosing the right type for your skin. Full article below With the cool air of fall upon most of us and winter’s cold, dry winds approaching, it’s time to get serious about caring for the stratum corneum, the [...]
Melanoma is the most dangerous and aggressive form of skin cancer. If melanoma is caught early, the five-year survival rate is 98 percent. The survival rate drops to 62 percent if the disease reaches the lymph nodes, and 18 percent when melanoma metastasizes to distant organs. The more common skin cancers, basal cell carcinomas [...]
Summer is quickly coming to an end, and our children are headed back to school. Sunscreen may not be on the school supplies list, but it should be on yours! Teaching kids sun safe habits is the best way to send them back to school worry-free! UV rays are most intense from 10 AM to [...]
Hyperpigmentation is usually not harmful, but can be frustrating. Age spots, liver spots, freckles, sun spots, and "pregnancy mask" are all types of hyperpigmentation.There are several options to treat hyperpigmentation, discuss these with your provider at your next appointment.
Sunscreen is one of the best ways to prevent skin cancer and can help prevent signs of aging! With so many options on the shelves, do you know how to choose the best kind? Watch this short video produced by The American Academy of Dermatology to learn more about choosing sunscreen. Choose sunscreen with SPF [...]
