Category: Skin Care

A recently published New York Times article discusses the benefits of over the counter Retinol products for the skin. For those who have tried retinol containing products and would like to try something ...

We continue last month’s theme with a brief discussion of additional common itchy skin conditions that are prevalent this time of year. Bug bites: TICKS: Some may carry Lyme disease. It’s important ...

With summer’s warm weather, various irritating skin rashes occur with increase frequency. Five of the more common eruptions are noted below with brief suggestions on prevention and treatment. Tinea ...

Most men experience significant thinning of scalp hair by age 50 and two-thirds will notice hair loss by age 35. Women represent 40 percent of those with hair loss. In addition to the potential psychological ...

MAY IS SKIN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, over 5 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed each year making it the most common cancer in America. Fortunately, skin ...

Have you looked in mirror and thought that you appeared older than you feel? Many of the signs of aging are secondary to sun damage from ultraviolet rays that also cause skin cancer. While shielding ...

There is hope for improving surgical scars, biopsy scars, traumatic scars, hypertrophic scars, and keloidal scars! The redness and texture of most scars can be improved with laser treatments. At Dermatology ...

Many patients are interested in cosmetic procedures but have valid concerns about the results appearing overdone, or worse, grotesque. They may have friends or family who, as a result of too much cosmetic ...

The FDA recently approved a cream, ruxolitinib (Opzelura) to treat the most common form of vitiligo, an autoimmune skin condition that manifests as loss of pigment that often affects the face, trunk, ...

Although gardening is an enjoyable activity for many, it can take a turn for the worse if you injure yourself or have an allergic reaction. To prevent skin problems from gardening or yardwork, follow ...

Consuming natural sugar in the form of carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables, and grains supplies energy to our cells since these foods are digested slowly. These foods reduce our risk of many chronic ...

CBD (cannabidiol) is a compound present in the marijuana plant, Cannabis sativa. Unlike, THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), it doesn’t have psychoactive effects. CBD is most commonly ingested but is also ...

Life 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 ...

While 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, ...

The skin is our largest organ and has many important functions including regulating body temperature, acting as a barrier and preventing harmful microorganisms and toxins form getting inside the body. ...

Many patients ask if taking a vitamin or supplement would be beneficial for their skin condition. Vitamins and supplements aren’t regulated in the same way as prescription medications by the Food ...

Now that frequent hand washing has become the new norm, many patients are complaining about dry, red, burning skin. This condition, irritation dermatitis, is treated with regular applications of ...

Cosmeceuticals 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 ...

Concern about the safety of product ingredients has led to significant growth in the sale of natural skincare products. A recent editorial titled, “Natural Does Not Mean Safe—The Dirt on Clean Beauty ...

In 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 ...

Sensitive, 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 ...

Men are interested in looking healthy, young, and staying fit. They want to look as good as they feel. They desire cosmetic improvements that look natural. During the past decade there has been a significant ...

Cleansers 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. ...

It 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 ...

It’s been said that beauty emanates from the inside so it’s not surprising that the foods we eat affect our health and the appearance of our skin. The signs of aging skin are influenced ...

Eyelid dermatitis, aka, eyelid eczema, manifests as a red, swollen, itchy rash. The skin may also have a rough, wrinkled, and thickened appearance if it’s been rubbed and scratched. This condition ...

No wonder this is one of the most common questions we receive. It’s difficult and confusing to choose from the multitude of creams and potions with purported anti-aging benefits. Many over the ...

Ski Skin Care Tip #1: Don’t Forget the Sunblock. The manifestations of UV skin damage include dark age spots, the early appearance of wrinkles, and skin cancer. Be sure to wear proper protective ...

Autumn has arrived and the mercury is falling. A common, annoying, itchy condition seen with increased incidence in cooler, dryer weather is asteatotic or dry skin eczema. It is particularly common ...

Hot tub folliculitis is an itchy skin rash that develops due to an infection of hair follicles caused by the bacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa. This organism thrives in warm moist environments, hence, ...

Rosacea is a common, chronic, facial skin condition that affects approximately 1 in 20 people. Women are affected more frequently than men, but men tend to have more severe symptoms. Typical signs and ...

Bumps that come from shaving, aka Pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB), occur when the hair grows into the skin causing unsightly, and sometimes painful, pimples. It primarily affects curly-haired men, but ...