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...

After a long hard day, all we want to do is fall onto our pillow. Yet, even when we are drop-dead tired, we head to the bathroom to wash away the day. But it isn’t always enough to simply cleanse...

We all know the importance of wearing sunscreen. All doctors agree that applying sunscreen is one of the best ways to protect yourself and minimize the risk of skin cancer. Thanks to the harmful...

For centuries, mankind has been on a mission to find the fountain of youth. Why? Because who doesn’t want to look young forever? Unfortunately, the fountain of youth has never been found, so we’ve...

With this beautiful summer weather, many of us have the urge to show off a little skin. But it’s harder to have fun in your summer body with rough and bumpy skin. Not to worry! We’ve compiled a list...

Are those tiny brown dots on your face, neck, chest, back, and maybe even your legs annoying you? Freckles can often be a cosmetic disturbance for those looking for even skin. Is there a way to...

Having facial acne is one thing, but when it spreads to your body it takes the frustration to a whole new level. Luckily, just as you can get rid of acne on your face, you can get rid of body acne,...

While you’re enjoying pumpkin-flavored everything and the warm smell of cinnamon, your skin is transforming right along with the change of the season from summer to fall. You may notice that it is a...

Having dehydrated skin isn’t fun for anyone. From annoying and stressful symptoms to long-term treatment options. But do you have dehydrated skin or is it just dry skin? Take a look at our checklist...

We’ve all heard the warnings that stressing too much can have a negative impact on our skin. Let’s uncover the truth once and for all if stress has any affect on your skin.   How Stress Affects...

As if seasonal allergies weren’t bad enough, they also put your skin through the wringer. Instead of trying to muddle your way through it, it’s better to understand the ways seasonal allergies...

How to Identify and Treat Crow's Feet What Are Crow’s Feet and What Causes Them? Crow’s feet is the term used to describe the fine lines and wrinkles found at the outer corners of your eyes. There...

The irritation that comes with coming in contact with poison ivy and poison oak can be beyond annoying. The constant itching, the awful burning, and the reddening of the skin, can be truly...

Have you found a slow-growing bump on your face, neck, or torso? Is this bump painless but filled with liquid? Is it soft to the touch? If you answered yes to these questions, then you may have...

Did you know that you could work wonders with the right makeup techniques to instantly take years off of your face? From smoothing out wrinkles to vanishing your age spots, perfecting your eyebrows...

Winter is a beautiful time of the year. Enjoying a cup of hot cocoa after spending the day outdoors may be nice, but the dry, cracking, itching skin is not. Winter can really throw our skin for a...

One area that deserves more attention than we often realize is the lips. Year round, we need to keep them moisturized and supple in order to keep them youthful and free of discomfort. Here are the...

If you’re up to date on the latest cosmetic trends, then you’ve probably heard all about dermaplaning. Plenty of people have raved about his modern skincare technique. Here’s how you can use this...

Let's face it, leg veins can be extremely annoying. Whether they’re varicose veins or spider veins, you're probably trying your hardest to get rid of them. Luckily, we know exactly how to do that....

The tanning, beach-going, swimming, and sweating of summer is now in the past as we move toward the cool and calmer time of year. As we approach fall, it’s time to bring forth fresh new skin and...

If there's one thing we love most about fall, it's the feeling of a new, exciting season. Whether we want to revitalize after a wild and sweaty summer, or spruce up for the coming holidays, fall is...

So you have a fancy cocktail party coming up, or some other swanky get-together? We know how important it is to look your best, and that includes having zero unwanted hair. Whether it's on your...

Winter is harsh on everyone’s skin, but imagine if you had to face the worst winter has to offer while also battling rosacea. We understand how difficult it is and how having rosacea during winter...

Having vitiligo can be a burden and hard on your self-esteem. If you have vitiligo, it isn’t life-threatening, but it’s still important to understand what it is and how to reduce its severity. What...

Did you look into the mirror to see a strange cluster of bumps and wondered if it was acne? Sometimes those strange bumps or rashes could actually be a fungal infection. Don't worry, it sounds worse...

The wonderful thing about modern day cosmetic solutions is that there is always something new to help your skin. Have you heard of DOT, also known as Dermal Optical Thermolysis? This relatively...

The holidays can be extremely stressful. Making travel plans, planning parties, making room for visiting relatives, and more can really add up. All this stress can start to show up on our face,...

Most of us deal with discoloration of some sort. Whether it’s from acne scars, general skin discoloration, or something more severe like vitiligo, we all deal with unwanted pigmentation. The...

We’re always on the lookout for the next greatest skincare solution. We try creams, cleansers, injections, and numerous cosmetic dermatology treatments. But there’s one that seems to come out on...

We can’t deny it, this is one of the most stressful times of the year. As we plan for holiday get-togethers, Christmas presents, family feasts, and everything else associated with the holidays, we...

There are so positive effects of light therapy. This medical and cosmetic treatment method has become the best choice for the treatment of a multitude of conditions. Here’s everything you need to...

Winter can be a time of fun and excitement, but for those with eczema, it can be a frustrating and irritating time of the year. Itchy, dry, and cracked skin can be painful as much as it is annoying,...

Isn’t it ironic that the most wonderful time of the year is also the most stressful? And this stress can begin to appear on our faces. From stress-related acne to dark circles around the eyes to...

Who doesn’t want to look amazing for the holidays? You’ve probably already figured out what you’re going to wear and how your hair will look, but have you thought about how you’ll tackle acne?...

There are more than 200,000 cases of vitiligo in the United States per year. So it’s safe to say that this condition is quite common. Our team of dermatologists have delivered successful treatments...

Many people will agree that winter is a beautiful time of the year. But for the more than 3 million people suffering from psoriasis in the US every year, winter is no picnic. Psoriasis is a skin...

Phototherapy has become a popular treatment method for numerous skin conditions. Used in both cosmetic and medical procedures, phototherapy just may be the best treatment option.   What to Know...

We’re finally past the stress of the holiday season. Now it’s time to usher in the new year and what better way to do that than with a total face rejuvenation? With one treatment, you can completely...

We always hear about skin cancer. From how it develops, to increased risks, and of course how to prevent it. For some of us, it may seem like information overload. To help cut through all the...

Finding out you have a fungal infection is no laughing matter. Numerous questions are bound to flood your mind. Fungal infections, or mycosis, is contracted via contact with the fungus. The only way...

There’s a lot that goes into choosing the right skin procedure. The first thing that most people wonder is how invasive the procedure may be. For many of us, we believe that the treatment is often...

By now, most people are aware that light therapy exists in the world of dermatology. But do you really understand what it is, and most importantly, if it is right for you? What to Know About Light...

They seem to come out of nowhere. The incessant itching, burning, and stinging. The unsightly swollen, pale red bumps. We’re talking about hives and they are a major nuisance. Luckily, prevention...

Having nail abnormalities may not sound like a big deal, but in reality, they sometimes are. Nail abnormalities are often a sign of a major health issue. You can think of nail abnormalities as...

Having actinic keratosis can easily lead to skin cancer when left unchecked and untreated. This precancer commonly forms on skin that has been damaged by the continuous exposure of ultraviolet rays....

What’s more perfect than spring break? No school/work, perfect weather, tropical getaways. It’s amazing! But before we can flood the beaches, we have to remember to put on sunscreen. Putting on...

Oftentimes when we think about Botox, we think about how it can smooth out our wrinkles and tighten our skin to reduce sagging and drooping. But what we sometimes forget is that Botox can be used as...

If you’re like the rest of us, you’ve probably been searching the internet looking for as much information as you can get on fillers. You’ve seen the commercials and heard the stories and now you’re...

Having flawless skin isn't always a matter of cosmetic preference. It is also a sign of good health. So the question is, how can we achieve healthy skin that stays clear and moisturized? With a...

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, our minds are fixated on love and romance, and what says romance better than a kiss from your valentine? So it’s important now more than ever to get...

During this time of the year, when the harsh winter months can be brutal, we often worry about our skin health. This is when we turn toward safe and effective cosmetic treatments that can help us...

Though it may sound like the name of an episode from a preteen sitcom, the twindemic is actually the term coined by the New York Times used to describe the impending flu season that’s set to be...

Hair loss for women and men can be both frustrating and embarrassing. At times, it may feel like a lost cause, but we assure you, it’s not. Whether you suffer from alopecia areata or any other...

Hair loss for women and men can be both frustrating and embarrassing. At times, it may feel like a lost cause, but we assure you, it’s not. Whether you suffer from alopecia areata or any other...

Whether you are young or old, acne has a way of making life stressful. Many people believe that acne outbreaks are reserved for those dreadful teenage years, but that’s not quite the case. In...

If there’s one thing about aging that we all hate, it’s the dreaded double chin. Medically known as “submental fullness”, the double chin seems to be the bane of our existence. So one must wonder,...

It’s been said that the eyes are the window to the soul. Well, if that’s the case, then making our eyes look amazing is imperative during day to day conversation and when you want to make a great...

For many of us, spring is the best time of the year. The weather is perfect; not too hot and not too cold. It’s also the ideal time to treat yourself to cosmetic hair removal treatment. Here are the...

Anyone looking to bring youth back to their face or achieve plump and smooth skin has probably heard about hyaluronic acid. In recent years, hyaluronic acid has been the secret weapon of...

Most people know the benefits of Botox. Botox can serve as one of the best treatment options for the reduction of wrinkles, fine lines, and drooping faces. While Botox is safe when administered by a...

Think you don’t need sunscreen during the winter season? Don’t be fooled -- sun damage can happen even during cold and cloudy winter months. Read on for more about why sunscreen is important, plus...

We can all agree that wrinkles are not something we're looking forward to. Unfortunately, many of us don’t begin to treat them until they are deep and seemingly permanent. Treating wrinkles is one...

With Spring Break right around the corner, many of us are amping ourselves up and preparing for nice, long (socially-distanced) days at the beach. Before we begin posting our Instagram marathon of...

Skin cancer is sadly very common and can be quite serious. Early detection and treatment of all types of skin cancers are necessary to prevent the spread of the cancer to vital organs and other body...

If you have a lot of freckles that you feel self-conscious about, you might be trying freckle removal techniques on your own. While these tiny pigmented spots are usually nothing to worry about, if...

When it comes to skincare, there are few things more frustrating than dealing with persistent adult acne. You might be confused, as well, if you can’t seem to find the root cause or an effective...

There’s just something about springtime that makes you want to start fresh and try new things. It’s also the time when makeup trends come back in full swing. With that being the case, it’s about...

Now that winter is nearly over, and spring is rolling around, it’s the perfect time to heal from the frigid air and prepare our skin for the warmer months. The best way to do that is to treat...

Spring Break is right around the corner, and you know what that means? Warmer weather! It is time to pull out the swimsuits, shorts, and skirts and show off our legs. Yet, some of us are a little...

Can taking supplements affect your skin for the better? While adding supplements into your life won’t prevent cancer or cause wrinkles to vanish on their own, certain supplements can definitely help...

Exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Jogging, swimming, dancing, weight-lifting; there are numerous types of exercise we can engage in. Unfortunately, some people develop a rash or...

Sometimes we just can’t help but take a close look in the mirror and see all the signs of aging. What we often fail to realize is that aging isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Some of us are even lucky...

Skin cancer has been on the rise for decades, due in large part to earlier and earlier exposure to harmful UV rays due to the tanning craze. In fact, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in...

From heat rash to sunburn, there are many types of rashes that show up in spring. But don’t let the risk of developing a rash keep you cooped up indoors. Here’s how to recognize, prevent, and treat...

We always hear how the sun is bad for your skin. It’s no secret that the sun emits harmful ultraviolet radiation that penetrates the earth’s atmosphere and rains down on us. This radiation interacts...

We tend to want to do just about anything to treat wrinkles and fine lines. Maybe that’s why we’re willing to spend hundreds of dollars a year on expensive creams. But do they really work? The...

This Skin Cancer Awareness Month, be better to your skin! Educate yourself on the facts and learn how to look for signs of skin cancer. Then get a skin cancer screening and protect yourself from the...

Skin cancer comes in several different forms and can be caused by just one blistering sunburn in a lifetime. You’ve probably heard about the importance of wearing the appropriate SPF sunscreen...

Fillers have become a popular go-to cosmetic dermatology treatment for wrinkles, fine lines, and drooping skin. Fillers have been around for years and are a viable alternative to the areas Botox...

It’s common knowledge that fruits and vegetables are beneficial to your health. This powerful produce can do amazing things, from offering protection against cancer, diabetes, and heart disease to...

Imagine having fresh and rejuvenated skin during a time when nature resets and begins its own rejuvenation. One of the easiest and most minimally invasive ways to do that is with...

Terms like shingles and herpes zoster describe a silent monster lurking quietly in the body of those who had chickenpox. It may not be deadly in everyone but does pose a major health risk to...

If you’ve been spinning your wheels trying to treat or prevent skin conditions like acne, eczema, or wrinkles, consider decreasing your intake of processed meats. Here’s how processed meats, a...

Female hair loss is more common than you may realize. Luckily, with dermatological advances, there is something you can do about your thinning hair. Here is how we can help. Causes of Female Hair...

Having a herpes outbreak can be devastating. Not only is it embarrassing, but for many of us, the symptoms may be too much to bear. Luckily, there are multiple steps you can take when having a...

Is your skin looking tired and dull? Are fine lines, wrinkles, and creases causing you to feel self-conscious? Are your acne scars plaguing you? We’ve got great news for you. Chemical peels are a...

Skin Cancer Awareness Month is here, and you know what that means! It’s time to kick education and prevention into high gear. One of the most important aspects of skin cancer prevention is mole...

There’s no doubt that a lot of things change as we get older. One of those things is definitely our skin. As a matter of fact, our skin is the most obvious sign of aging. As we mature, our skin...

Who doesn’t want to show up to their Independence Day celebration sporting a bronze glow? Unfortunately, many people put themselves at risk -- or even develop skin cancer -- because they want to...

When you’ve waited all year for warm, sunny weather and lots of outdoor activity, the last thing you want to deal with is skin rashes. From hives to heat rash, summer can irritate the skin and cause...

Pregnancy is a beautiful thing, but that doesn’t stop it from being exhausting, uncomfortable, and often painful. To top it all off, you may also have to deal with acne. Luckily, there are several...

It’s officially allergy season, and most of us have the tissues and antihistamines within arm’s reach. While we may be prepared for what allergies do to our eyes, nose, and head (i.e., sinus...

It’s an unspoken tradition for us to individually prepare for one of the most fun times of the year. We’re talking about swimsuit season, and it’s rapidly approaching! It’s time we all make sure our...