Skin cancer can be a serious condition, especially if it is not treated early on. Fortunately, many cancerous melanomas tend to differentiate themselves from harmless moles, and marks that may indicate skin cancer can be relatively easy to spot if you know what to look for. “Many melanomas are asymmetrical, have unusual borders and colors, are larger than moles, and Continue reading
After performing all the initial scientific studies and product development on Vitamin C’s benefits for the skin, it’s no wonder SkinCeuticals is the “Antioxidant Authority.” Skinceuticals is known for investing in extensive studies underscoring the benefits and safety of their Vitamin C skincare products, which are commonly used for both treatment and prevention for the signs of skin aging. Their Continue reading
Vitamin C is a favorite ingredient in the beauty industry, often recommended by dermatologists thanks to its numerous benefits to the skin. In fact, you can use it with any skin type since it does not lead to the side effects that come with other active ingredients. Vitamin C also referred to as ascorbic acid or L-ascorbic acid is a Continue reading
You may have heard the hype about antioxidants, but what are they? Antioxidants are substances that defend our skin (and our bodies!) against damage from molecules called free radicals. Free radicals occur naturally within the body but also develop from exposure to UV radiation, as well as from other environmental stressors. “Damage from free radicals contributes to the aging of Continue reading
With endless skincare products in the market claiming to do many things, you need to be careful when shopping. For that matter, one of the most important things you need to look at when picking a product is the ingredients it contains. And equally crucial, the skin concerns those ingredients target. If you have mature skin, the Biopelle skin range Continue reading
Matrix CO2 Fractional Laser Treatment uses a grid pattern of thousands of small pulses of laser to remove years of sun and age damaged skin. “The laser works like aerating a yard, vaporizing many small ‘plugs’ of skin deep into the dermis, removing the old, damaged skin, and stimulating the development of healthy new collagen,” shares Dr. Jeffrey Poole, a Continue reading
Growing up, kids hear many well-intended sound bites from their parents that serve as reminders to do their best. “Please brush your teeth.” “Did you comb your hair?” “Wear your mask and bring a spare just in case.” While some lessons are seasonal, others stand the test of time. “Don’t pick at it, or it will scar.” Kids the world Continue reading
Most of us associate sunburns and skin cancer risks with the hot, sunny days of summer. In fact, as we move into the colder, darker winter season, studies have found that many adults stop practicing smart sun protection. “But if you want to minimize your skin cancer risks and keep your complexion looking radiant and healthy, you need to protect Continue reading
While facial peels and lasers have gained momentum and offer incredible results, it is important to maintain a top-notch skincare regimen that prepares your skin for such treatments. Facial peels and lasers assist in efficiently exfoliating the surface to improve the look and feel of skin while also treating wrinkles, preventing acne, and improving the appearance of scars, age spots, Continue reading
There is a common misconception that cosmetic dermatology is reserved just for women, but this is simply not the case at all. In fact, statistics taken from both The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons and The American Society of Plastic Surgeons show that minimally invasive cosmetic procedures have exponentially increased among male patients year after year. There are so many great Continue reading
