LOOK YOUNGER WITH FRAXEL
Posted December 12, 2022Fraxel® is a non-surgical laser treatment that improves tone, texture and radiance for aging, sun-damaged or scarred skin. Fraxel® is for people who want to look younger without dramatic changes or ...
ACNE SCARS CAN BE MORE THAN SKIN DEEP
Posted December 10, 2021Acne vulgaris (acne) is a common skin condition seen primarily in adolescents and young adults. The condition affects hair follicles and their attached oil glands, and is seen primarily on the face, ...
Stress and Your Skin
Posted February 2, 2021Life can be stressful and this past year has been uniquely challenging. The COVID pandemic has caused widespread illness and loss, social isolation, and economic devastation. Our country is deeply divided ...
Stay Connected with Telemedicine
Posted December 10, 2020Interactions with physicians via video conferencing and by phone with evaluation of photos have been gaining momentum for years. These type of virtual visits, known as telemedicine, have grown significantly ...
Masks and Skin Problems (adapted from AAD.org)
Posted November 3, 2020While wearing masks in public are critically important to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, they can also induce or aggravate various skin conditions including acne “maskne”, rosacea, eczema, ...
You Are What You Eat: Your Diet and Aging
Posted September 10, 2020Recent studies have shown that diet can affect certain skin conditions such as acne and rosacea. There is now some evidence that aging of the skin can be slowed with a healthy diet. For example, a diet ...
Face the Facts About Cosmeceuticals
Posted March 3, 2020Cosmeceuticals are over-the-counter skincare products that contain biologically active ingredients. Underscoring their popularity, there’s been double-digit annual growth of new products entering ...
Rejuvenate with Superficial Skin Peels
Posted October 9, 2019In our September newsletter, we discussed the importance of the skin barrier’s acid mantle protective layer and how excessive and or harsh cleansing agents may be. This can cause dry, flaky, sensitive ...
Skin Care: Sometimes Less is More
Posted September 5, 2019Sensitive, dry, flaky skin is common, particularly in mature individuals. These findings are signs of a disrupted skin barrier. Skin barrier dysfunction also appears to play a role in certain conditions ...
Microneedling Update
Posted October 4, 2018As microneedling has grown in popularity, the procedure has been used to treat a range of dermatologic applications, including pigmentary issues (such as melasma), as well as a potential tool for combating ...
Cleansers Make a Difference
Posted February 1, 2018Cleansers work by removing impurities, skincare products, and makeup from the surface of the skin. Some cleansers can enhance the penetration and therapeutic effect of topically applied medications. ...
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 ...
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 ...
Medical Tip of the Month: Is Your Diet Causing Acne?
Posted January 8, 2015In addition to commonly affecting teenagers, acne occurs in approximately 50% of women between the ages of 20 and 30, 25% of women 30 to 40, and 12% of women 40 to 50. While genetics play a major ...
Adult Acne It’s Not Your Fault
Posted April 20, 2013A common misconception is that acne is a condition unique to teens and people in their 20s. Adult onset acne, however, can develop in the 30s, 40s, and even 50s. Seen mostly in adult women, it’s ...