Everyone is looking for a simple solution for skincare that offers exceptional results. “We have high expectations of cleansers, creams, and serums, only to use them to see they do not work on our aging skin,” sympathizes Stacey Martin, a licensed medical aesthetician and certified laser technician at Sanova Dermatology – Pflugerville in Austin, Texas. One hot skincare line on Continue reading
Exercise more, eat healthier and stress less are common resolutions for the New Year. This year the dermatologists at Sanova suggest you consider a resolution to take your skincare regimen more seriously. You’ve heard it all before but skipping crucial steps like taking your makeup off before bed or moisturizing can take a toll on your skin. Consider these New Continue reading
With the smell of roast turkey and freshly baked pumpkin pie in the air, Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the season of overindulgence. Doctors have warned us for years about the health hazards of overeating and more recently the dangers of too many sweets. But there may be a silver lining when it comes to the Thanksgiving buffet. Many of Continue reading
Any beginner just starting out with their own skincare routine is bound to be confused by all of the different products and how to use them. “Oh no, do I exfoliate or cleanse first?” “What’s a toner?” “Oh gosh is my moisturizer the last step?” If these questions sound familiar, these tips will guide you through the steps of skincare Continue reading
These days, the word “antioxidant” is heard fairly often. However, another word that should have your attention is “oxidation.” If you have ever seen an apple core turn brown, you have seen the results of oxidation. Now, imagine how oxidation is affecting your skin. The air you breathe is metabolized, creating free radicals. “Those free radicals damage cells and molecules, Continue reading
Every year there is a new diet or super food that promises to improve your health, help you look younger, eliminate wrinkles, and let you live forever! “These fads don’t last long and often don’t stay around long enough to see an effect,” says Dr. Kellie Reed, board certified Dermatologist at Sanova Dermatology. With so much media coverage on these Continue reading
Skin treatments can help clear acne, but when blemishes go away their effects can still be visible. Craters and scars sometimes mark the spots where pimples appeared on the skin. “There are a number of ways to reduce the visibility of these scars with simple procedures that promotes the growth of new cells in scarred skin,” says Dr. Miriam Hanson, Continue reading
Millions of Americans are currently taking the dietary supplement Co-enzyme Q10 (CoQ10) to treat a wide range of health conditions, ranging from chronic heart conditions and high blood pressure to age-related conditions such as Alzheimer’s Disease, macular degeneration, and cataracts, among many others. However, did you know that CoQ10 can also be an important part of your skin care regimen? CoQ10 is a naturally occurring enzyme Continue reading
When searching for the perfect moisturizer, you may start to wonder what it should contain. “There is a lot more that a facial moisturizer can offer you than you’d expect,” says Dr. Miriam Hanson, a board certified dermatologist and cosmetic specialist in Austin, Texas. “Many advancements have been made in skin care design, including creating multipurpose products.” This includes the Continue reading
Cosmetics are a familiar staple of the beauty and dermatology care industry. From familiar products such as lipsticks, powders, skin lotions and creams to blush, shampoos and nail polish, cosmetics are all around us. However, what are cosmeceuticals? And what role can they play in skin care? Cosmetics are defined by the US Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act as substances Continue reading
