Beware of Intravenous Skin Lightening Agent
Posted December 6, 2017Blotchy, discoloration is a common cosmetic problem that can be pronounced in people with darker skin color. Recently, intravenous glutathione injections have been promoted and administered in certain ...
Atopic Dermatitis (AD)
Posted November 3, 2017ATOPIC DERMATITIS (AD) is the most common form of eczema and appears as an itchy skin rash that can vary in appearance. It commonly waxes and wanes and may clear for long periods. AD usually develops ...
Body Art: Tattoos and Body Piercing
Posted October 3, 2017A report from the Pew Research Center revealed that 38 percent of millennials have at least one tattoo and 23 percent have a piercing somewhere other than an earlobe. There are, however, potential health ...
Beware When You Remove Hair Down There! Injuries from Pubic Hair Removal
Posted September 6, 2017Pubic hair removal has become more common in recent years. This is likely due to cosmetic concerns as well as the misconception that hair removal is more hygienic. A recent survey study published in ...
Are Sunscreens Safe?
Posted August 7, 2017Some of our patients continue to express concerns regarding the safety of chemical based sunscreens. We addressed this issue in a tip of the month a few years ago (reprinted below). The information ...
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
Posted July 11, 2017Last month we discussed microneedling treatments for skin rejuvenation, acne scars, dyschromia (skin discoloration) and hair loss. This month, we address PRP, a form of enriched blood obtained from ...
Microneedling, A Treatment for Many Conditions
Posted June 5, 2017Microneedling, also known as Percutaneous Collagen Induction, is a minimally invasive procedure that uses fine needles to puncture the top layers of the skin to stimulate the release of growth factors ...
Reverse Photoaging with Topical Retinoids
Posted May 3, 2017In last month’s newsletter (derm90210.com), we discussed the signs of photoaging secondary to chronic exposure to UV radiation from the sun and tanning beds. This month we address treatment. The first ...
Maintain Healthy and Attractive Skin by Avoiding Photodamage
Posted April 4, 2017It has been said that nature gives you the face you have at 20 but it’s up to you to nurture the face you have at 50. The first priority should be to guard your skin from the sun’s ultraviolet ...
Tip of the Month: Prevent Acne Scarring
Posted March 3, 2017Our appearance, especially during childhood and adolescence, can significantly influence our confidence and self esteem. Acne can be painful physically and emotionally. The inflammation from this condition ...
Tip of the Month: Avoid Tanning!
Posted February 1, 2017Our recent abundant rainfall and fewer days with sunshine may tempt some people to use tanning beds or lamps. Unfortunately, use of these devices, like exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays, leads ...
Tip of the Month: Earlobe Rejuvenation
Posted January 3, 2017Last month, we addressed rejuvenation of the aging lip and surrounding skin. If you aren’t pleased with the way your earrings look when you wear them, it could be that your earring holes have ...