What is Mohs surgery?

Published on March 10, 2017 by

Mohs surgery is a specialized treatment for skincancer treatment on delicate skin areas or “high real estate areas” of the body like the face. Mohs surgeons are dermatologists who have performed additional fellowship training to […]

Parabens in products

Published on March 7, 2017 by

Parabens are used in pharmaceuticals and skin care products as antifungal agents. In fact, parabens are the most widely used preservatives in the cosmetics industry. They’re often used in makeup, hair care products, moisturizers and […]

Different types of acne scars

Published on February 25, 2017 by

A scar is the body’s natural way of healing and replacing lost or damaged skin. A scar is usually composed of fibrous tissue and can form for many different reasons anywhere on the body. The […]

Acne and IUDs

Published on February 22, 2017 by

Acne is listed as a side effect of IUDs that contain progesterone, specifically the Mirena and Skyla implants. This is because this hormone is an androgen that can over-stimulate your oil glands and contribute to […]

Skincare pre and post gym

Published on February 13, 2017 by

Pre-gym: Before heading out to the gym, cleanse the skin with a mild, non-irritating cleanser if you’re wearing a heavy base layer of makeup, and apply a lightweight, oil free moisturizer. Tinted moisturizer or mineral […]

Do I need to worry about the sun in the winter?

Published on February 10, 2017 by

Even when we don’t feel the heat outdoors the sun’s strong ultraviolet (UV) rays can harm the skin year-round, making our skin just as prone to the chances of developing skin damage or skin cancer […]

Chemical sunscreens vs. physical blocker sunscreens

Published on February 7, 2017 by

Regardless of which type of sun protection you choose, there are benefits to regular use. Numerous studies that have shown that regular use of sunscreen has anti-aging effects. In a recent study in Australia, researchers […]

What Do Acne Scars Looks

Published on November 27, 2016 by

Acne scars come in all different shapes and colors. There are scars that are discolored, scars that are raised, and scars that are indented. A dermatologist can offer you a variety of treatments to help […]

Do I Need An Intense Pulsed Light Treatment And What Is It?

Published on November 25, 2016 by

Intense pulsed light treatment (IPL) is a laser-like treatment that is designed to improve: brown spots, red spots, and signs of aging. Some people refer to an IPL treatment as a photofacial or photorejuvenation. There […]

Could Your Thanksgiving Meal Impact Your Skin?

Published on November 22, 2016 by

Gobble gobble…Get ready for Turkey Day! Is what you eat this Thanksgiving Day going to impact your skin? Well, it might. Antioxidants can be beneficial for the skin and many of the foods that are […]