April is Rosacea Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about this common but often misunderstood skin condition. Rosacea affects millions of people worldwide, yet misconceptions lead to delays...

Sanitizers and Cleaning Products May Be Causing Your Itchy, Dry Skin With cold and flu season in full swing, many of us have ramped up our efforts to keep germs away and started washing our hands...

Acne is a common skin condition that affects most people at some point in their lives. Acne can be mild, with few or no symptoms, or it can be severe, so severe that it causes scars on the skin....

Having eczema can be irritating and sometimes painful, but there are ways to manage it by making it less severe or even avoidable. Continuous Moisturizing and How to Choose One Those with eczema...

Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC). Do you have it? How would you know? What should you look out for? How can you prevent it? Second, only to basal cell carcinoma (BCC), SCC is a common skin cancer that...

Unless you’ve been cutting yourself off from social media, we’re pretty certain you’ve heard of hyaluronic acid. It’s become an extremely popular solution for skincare and is seen as the fountain of...

Collagen induction therapy (CIT), often called microneedling, is a common solution for patients who wish to have smoother, younger looking skin. As a result of its growing popularity, it’s only...

There’s nothing more frustrating than when you realize you are beginning to lose your hair. You don’t have to let it get out of control, however. Being able to spot the signs and symptoms of...

Those with vitiligo understand the stress and frustration that comes with managing it and looking for treatments. One common and promising vitiligo treatment is light therapy. Let’s break it down...

There are dozens of types of cysts that harass all kinds of people. Before you begin to panic about that new bump appearing out of nowhere, let’s talk about eight kinds of cysts that are common, how...

Skin growths are annoying enough without having to worry about treatment. Allow us to ease your stress a bit and talk about why surgical dermatology is your best option. What is a Skin Growth? A...

Dealing with cold sores is no happy occasion. From painful to unsightly, there are plenty of reasons to treat cold sores and herpes symptoms as soon as possible. First, let’s understand what we’re...

If you’re tired of fake lashes and annoying glue, you’ve probably looked into Latisse, a medication that helps your lashes grow naturally. But does it really work. And most importantly, how? What is...

If you have psoriasis, then you know how irritating it can be – from itching to burning skin and the desire to cover it up. There seems to be no respite from the frustration. But this couldn’t be...

The dreaded double chin. You can cover up with scarves or turtlenecks, but when summer rolls around, you’ve no choice but to bare it all. You don’t have to hide anymore. Believe it or not, there are...

Let’s face it. Everyone hates wrinkles. Crow’s feet, frown lines, cheek creases. Most people spend thousands of dollars on Botox to get rid of those pesky wrinkles. But is Botox the right treatment...

You’ve probably heard of shingles – this dormant creature hiding in your body thanks to that annoying case of chickenpox you had when you were a kid. Let’s peel back that layer of fear and talk...

Picture this for a moment. You wake up one morning and as you navigate through your morning routine, you notice a mole that hadn’t been there before. Questions begin to flood your mind. Is it...

If you’ve been wanting a smoother face, fewer wrinkles, and fuller lips, you’ve probably looked into dermal fillers as an option. You’ve also probably come across the three most popular injections –...

If you are in need of skin treatment, there’s no doubt you’ve scoured the internet looking for options and ultimately a solution. Laser therapy has become an extremely popular treatment option and...

Let’s take a minute to give a round of applause for Frederic E. Mohs. Why? Because this man introduced one of the greatest and most advanced surgical techniques to the world of skin cancer...

Despite the popularly negative views on Botox, it has helped plenty of patients achieve their desired look without poor results. Whether it is tighter skin or fewer wrinkles, we’ll show you how to...

Dealing with psoriasis is frustrating enough as you have to contend with flaky skin, unbearable itching, and sometimes general soreness. There is enough to handle while trying to manage the...

Everyone has dealt with acne at some point in their lives Those menacing red bumps have plagued almost every teenager on the planet. Yet, for some, the effects of acne do not only appear on the...

Every once in a while, we may notice a small patch of itchy red skin somewhere on our bodies. Most people see it as a simple rash, apply calamine lotion, and call it a day. But at what point do...

The holiday season is finally here. As old friends and long distant relatives begin to gather, there's no doubt you’ll want to look your best. Many people look for the perfect WOW! outfit and settle...

Mohs micrographic surgery is one of the most successful treatments for skin cancer, with a cure rate of 98%. In this technique, a surgeon surgically removes a layer of the infected tissue with a...

Typically a beautiful time of the year, there’s so much to celebrate and many reasons to be joyous during the winter season. If you’re dealing with eczema, however, this can be a stressful and...

Finding out that you have alopecia can be disheartening. Chronic hair loss is nerve-wracking and can be difficult to manage. Believe it or not, there are reliable treatment options for this...

We have made major advances in the world of cosmetic dermatology. Every day we find ourselves making serious strides in the ever-growing search for the newest form of treatment for skin conditions....

Wrinkles have always been the enemy of aging adults. Centuries ago, a war began to be waged against frown lines, laugh lines, crow’s feet, and crepe skin. This war has seen the introduction of...

Since our teen years, we’ve been fighting a daily battle with acne. We’ve all been told numerous times not to pop our pimples or mess with them in any way. It’ll leave a scar, they told us, and they...

If you’ve been looking into permanent solutions to hair removal, there’s no doubt you’ve come across two of the most common options; laser hair removal and waxing. But which is best? Let’s break...

You’ve seen the commercials. You’ve heard the PSAs. Maybe you’ve even come across a few billboards or magazine ads. They all talk about how important skin cancer screening is. Nonetheless, you...

Acne is often mistaken for sebaceous cysts, and sebaceous cysts are often thought to be just an acne breakout. It’s time to put the confusion to rest and take a deep look into the differences...

There are so many skin treatments that claim to give you beautiful skin, from creams to medicated ointments, oral medication to facial scrubs. Some of these may provide results over time, but what...

We love to take care of our nails. Manicures, pedicures, and safe and natural nail polish abound. We clip and file them and do whatever it takes to keep them healthy. But what happens when certain...

Most people know psoriasis to be a skin condition but forget that it can include the scalp. No, the condition isn’t just dandruff or a dry scalp, but actual symptoms of scalp psoriasis. Let’s...

Contrary to popular belief, acne doesn’t only affect teens. According to a study done by members of The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, out of 69 adult men and 385 adult women,15% of...

In recent years, Mohs surgery has been growing in popularity-- and when we say growing, we mean booming! Time and time again Mohs micrographic surgery has proven to be the best technique for various...

So you’ve finally decided to fight back against the signs of aging. Congratulations! But what’s the best way to regain your smooth youthful-looking skin? Dermal fillers have become a booming...

Cosmetic skin treatment is the ultimate way to achieve the healthy glowing skin you’ve always wanted. While there are various treatment options, they are all deployed as tactics in the fight against...

You’ve heard the warnings your whole life to always wear sunscreen, but do you actually heed them? 47% of Americans never wear sunscreen, and only 10% percent of adults in the U.S. wear it every...

Noticing hair loss can be a scary moment. Many things may start to go through your mind. Is this normal? Can I stop it? Am I suffering from alopecia? These questions are perfectly normal. So let’s...

Everyone knows the best way to beat skin cancer (besides preventing it) is by detecting it early. The best way to achieve early detection is to go in for a routine screening. Yet, we often...

Varicella, also known as chickenpox, is an infection that we are all too familiar with. With nearly 3.5 million cases each year, it is safe to assume that many of us have contracted varicella at...

So you’ve noticed a couple of patches of red skin and itchy bumps and you think to yourself, Should I be worried? Caring for your skin often comes down to a matter of knowing the difference between...

Skin cancer is no laughing matter. Being the number one type of cancer in the United States, we are all well aware of the havoc skin cancer can wreak. Fortunately, Mohs micrographic surgery has...

There are less than one dozen treatment options for skin cancer, each with varying side effects, risks, and success rates. There is one treatment option, however, that comes out on top as the most...

“I absolutely love having acne,” said no one ever. Acne is a true pain both cosmetically and sometimes physically, and people put up with it every day. But do you have to? Must we waste countless...

We all work hard to have smooth and beautiful legs and having spider veins most certainly does not add to the appeal. Not to worry, however, as we have ranked for you the top ways to treat spider...

We’ve all heard the expression, Know it like the back of my hand. Well, that would also include our nails and quite frankly, not too many of us know a lot about them. For instance, did you know that...

We’ve all been there. That moment when your arm starts to itch. You look down and see a red patch and immediately start to panic. Is it mites? Is it dermatitis? Is it skin cancer? In truth, we tend...

Nobody likes hair loss, but it is often an occurrence that we cannot avoid. Yet, with so many possible reasons for hair loss, how can we tell when something is really wrong and whether or not it can...

There are so many myths surrounding acne. From using magnets in order to make zits disappear, to the myth that eating pizza gives you bumps and blackheads. It’s the latter that we are going to focus...

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey for any mother-to-be, but if we are being totally honest, it’s also an insane roller coaster of emotion, pains, and yes, acne. Before you lose your mind completely,...

When you think of cosmetic treatments, most people immediately imagine a woman applying a cream to her face, or lying back receiving a botox injection to her brow. But the truth is, this image is...

Oh, those dreaded dark circles under our eyes. Maybe we’re stressed. Maybe we’re not getting enough sleep. Or maybe we even have allergies. Either way, we can all agree that dark under eye circles...

For many, stretch marks are the bane of their existence. Threatening to complicate the strive for an amazing beach body, stretch marks are an unwelcoming reality. Yet, there is a way to get rid of...

When you need to see a dermatologist, the first thing that crosses people’s minds is “Will my insurance cover it?” There is often a lot of confusion about which dermatology procedures are covered by...

The stress, the time consumption, the nicks, and the prickly skin. Shaving has never been fun or easy, but it was the only way (besides painful waxing) to remove hair from unwanted places. Well not...

We all would love to keep our youthful looks for as long as we can, and everyone knows this must start with developing and maintaining a reasonable and realistic routine. But how early should you...

Soak Up the Sun—Safely Prevention and early detection are important tools to fight skin cancer May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, which means it’s the perfect time to learn more about the dangers...

Keep Your Spring Free from Rosacea Flare-Ups This April, Rosacea Awareness Month, we’re offering a few tips to help keep spring rosacea flare-up to a minimum Spring brings warmer temperatures,...

You’ve heard of it before. You’ve seen them talk about it on infomercials, seen it in a magazine ad, and maybe you even know how to spell it. But what the heck is it? We’re talking about hyaluronic...

It seems as if we are always on the lookout for the next best thing when it comes to skincare. And why shouldn’t we? Sun exposure, injury, acne, and makeup application all contribute to aged,...

Most of us are well aware of the warnings. We hear about it all the time-- the importance of being screened for skin cancer. But is it truly as big of a deal as commercials, paper ads, and the news...

At-Home Skin Cancer Screening Tips As May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, we thought it was about time to simplify personal at-home screening. We’re always told how important it is to get regularly...

What to Know About Protecting from Skin Cancer   Protect Yourself from Skin Cancer Skin cancer is a nasty business. Finding out you have skin cancer can be truly disheartening, but there’s good...

What to Know About Treating Skin Cancer   Here Are Some Options to Treat Your Skin Cancer Finding out that you have skin cancer can be devastating. So many thoughts and fears run through your...

What to Know About Early Stages of Skin Cancer   Early Signs of Skin Cancer to Look Out For Detecting skin cancer early is the best way to ensure it is treated successfully. But how can skin...

What to Know About Untreated Skin Cancer   The Dangers of Untreated Skin Cancer Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the world. Brought on typically by overexposure of UV rays (via...

What to Know About Identifying Skin Cancer   Is the Spot on Your Skin Cancerous? We all have that fear that one day we’ll wake up and find a strange spot on our skin that turns out to be...

Common Risk Factors for Skin Cancer The mere idea of developing skin cancer can be very scary to many of us. However, we can fight that fear with knowledge. Understanding this disease is the first...

What to Know About Ultraviolet Radiation While skin cancer can develop for various reasons, ultraviolet radiation is often the main culprit. But what is ultraviolet radiation and how does it lead to...

Find the Best Sunscreen for Summer We all know how important it is to wear sunscreen. It’s no secret that the sun emits harmful rays and exposes our skin to ionizing radiation that can ultimately...

We’ve all been cooped up in our homes for months, but it’s almost time for us to get back out there and just in time for summer! They say absence makes the heart grow fonder and we are all yearning...

TGI Summer! As we all slowly start to make our way back into the world just in time for summer fun, we must look our best. And who are we kidding? All this time in isolation, many of us have not...

Dermal fillers just may be the most popular way to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and achieve an overall younger appearance. Why? Because dermal fillers have proven to be extremely effective,...

It's absolutely imperative that every woman looks amazing on her wedding day. From the perfect gown to the right hairstyle... even her nails must be exquisite. But we often find ourselves forgetting...

Father's Day Skin Treatment Gifts Who says clear and beautiful skin is just for women? Not us! That’s why we’re going to help you handsome fathers get the best skin of your lives just in time for...

Having melasma or brown spots can make just about anyone self-conscious. But you don't have to be. While melasma may be a cosmetic disturbance, fortunately it does not harm the body in any way. This...

Have you been waking up in a pool of sweat? Are you dripping wet after a light exercise? How about sweating profusely when you’re not hot or exerting any energy? You may be excessively sweating for...

With summer right around the corner, we're all probably feeling the need to spend hours underneath the summer sun. Being cooped up in the house, we've lost our beautiful glow and it's about time we...

Everyone loves a bit of fun in the sun, especially children! But before we can let them run wild, we have to make sure they're protected from the sun's harmful rays. Here are a few ways to keep your...

We all should know by now that suntanning is very unhealthy. But that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice having that sun-kissed skin. We’ve put together a list of essential tips to help you fake...

You look in the mirror and you see wrinkles, dark spots, acne scars, and more, and you ask yourself, “How do I get rid of all of this?” So you grab your phone and Google “treatments to get rid of...

Nobody likes having scars, unless you're the antagonist in an action movie. But for the rest of us, we do our best to keep embarrassing scars from forming. Whether they are from acne or injury,...

Men and women all over the world will at some point in their lives experience hair loss. Yet a vast majority of us will begin to see hair loss as early as 35 categorized as male and female pattern...

We all love a bit of summer fun in the sun. But what do you do when all of that summer fun starts taking its toll on your skin? It’s just a simple fact that the sun can have a damaging effect on our...

We can all agree that the fast and drastic change of our world is something that can be a bit difficult to get used to. Yet, slowly but surely, we are adapting to our new normal and that includes...

Age is nothing but a number, and our desire to always have beautiful skin at any age proves it. Nonetheless, as we age, we face more and more skin issues and it can be extremely annoying. We begin...

Every healthy human being experiences sweating. Sweating, also known as perspiration, is a natural body function that occurs when the body is overheating (whether by environmental or internal means)...

There is nothing fun about sunburns! The stinging pain, the awful discoloring, and the damage that has occurred beneath the skin that could lead to skin cancer. There are no two ways about it, being...

Throughout the history of mankind, thick, full lips have always been a desired feature. Many of us go to the extreme to get that perfect pucker, but what happens when you look in the mirror one...

If you’re suffering from pityrosporum folliculitis, odds are you are fed up with the itching, recurring bumps, redness and more. If this is the case, feel free to breathe a sigh of relief as we give...

By the time we reach our 30s and 40s, we start to take a closer look in the mirror and see the seemingly inevitable signs of aging slowly appearing. While we can’t prevent ourselves from getting...

So you head to the pharmacy to get your newly prescribed medication and as the pharmacist is going over everything you need to know, you hear them say “avoid direct sunlight.” Strange, right? Not,...

We all know how important it is to keep our skin moisturized. Maybe that’s why we get an overload of ads and commercials all promoting hundreds of different kinds of moisturizers, creams, and oils....

Who doesn’t love summer? The bright sun, the warm weather, beaches, and pool parties. But when we’re out and having a good time in the summer sun, it can really start to take a toll on our skin. The...