How To Determine Your Skin Type
No one knows your skin better than you do. Each of us is unique and has individual skin care needs. Did you know that determining what type of skin that you have can help direct you towards a proper skin care regimen? This blog will focus on identifying the most common skin types and how […]
The Effects of Smoking on Your Skin
It is a well-known fact that smoking has many detrimental effects on the human body. But did you know that there are numerous ways that smoking can affect your skin alone? Let us look at how being a smoker can cause changes not only in your physical appearance, but also how your skin functions. We […]
What Are Milia?
When we look in the mirror to inspect our skin, we are able to easily notice when things change. With so many acne-related spots that can occur, it is helpful to be able to recognize other skin lesions that may resemble acne but are not. This blog will help you to identify the small skin […]
Are You Checking Your Moles Regularly?
Moles; we all have at least a few of them. But what are they? Moles, or Nevi, as we call them, are considered to be benign skin tumors that are composed of melanocytes. Melanocytes are the pigment producing cells of the skin. It is normal to collect moles through the course of your life until […]
The Glass Skin Trend
Chances are that if you’ve clicked on this blog, you are not only interested in what the Glass Skin Trend is, but also how to achieve it. Let’s take a look at what it is and what products are needed to accomplish it. What Is Glass Skin? The Glass Skin trend has been around for […]
Does Using a Skin Toner Do More Harm Than Good?
There are many factors in choosing the best products to use on your skin. Some include the type of skin that you have; oily, combination, dry, or sensitive. Another factor may be whether or not active acne is present. And, as always, age is a significant factor that determines what products are tolerable for our […]
Is “Double Cleansing” Beneficial for Your Skin?
When it comes to cleansing our skin, we have many options to choose from. In this blog, we will look at the “double cleansing” trend and discuss how it can possibly benefit your skin. There are several factors that should be considered when choosing a skin cleansing regimen. For many of us, it is the […]
What Happens to Our Skin as It Ages?
Our skin undergoes numerous changes throughout the years. Read on to see what changes may happen starting in our twenties through our fifties.
Topical Niacinamide – The Benefits for Your Skin
In recent years, topical niacinamide has been in the skincare spotlight and incorporated into numerous commercial and prescription products. But what exactly is it and how can it benefit your skin? Read this month’s blog to find out.
Could You Have “Fungal Acne?”
“Fungal Acne” has several names in the dermatology community. It is also known as Pityrosporum folliculitis and Malassezia folliculitis to clinicians. While this isn’t considered true acne, it is something we commonly see in our clinic. Our goal with this blog will be to help familiarize you with the signs, symptoms, and common treatment options […]
