Acne can hit you at any age. Just because you had clear skin in your teenage years doesn’t mean you’ll be so lucky as you age. If you go through life without any acne problems at all, you’re one of the lucky ones, or maybe you just know how to care for your skin properly. To prevent acne, there are a few things you should know, and you should also know how to treat it and what you can do to prevent acne scars. Read More»
Those bumps on the backs of your arms could easily be mistaken for pimples, but that isn’t what they are. Most likely they are from dry skin cells that have grown over hair follicles and left you with a white bump that resembles a white head. If you have these on the back of your arms, it can make you feel like your arms look unsightly, leaving you uncomfortable showing your arms and feeling self-conscious. Read More»
Most people are aware of the dangers of skin cancer, but you may not know a lot about precancer. Precancer, as the name suggests, is often a precursor to full-blown cancer. Precancerous cells are skin cells that have developed abnormally. If left untreated, it’s likely that precancer will mutate further into skin cancer, which may then metastasize into your lymph nodes. It’s in your best interest to have precancer diagnosed and treated as soon as possible. Read More»
Botox is a cosmetic treatment that will allow you to keep your skin looking youthful. It is administered as a series of injections with the intention of paralyzing targeted areas of the face. Licensed estheticians, cosmetic surgeons, and dermatologists can all perform Botox treatments. Here are four reasons to see your regular dermatologist when you decide you’d like to explore Botox treatment options: 1. A dermatologist is a medical doctor. Read More»
Psoriasis is a complex skin condition that can lead to discomfort and embarrassment. There are several types of psoriasis, but one of the most severe is known as plaque psoriasis. Here are some symptoms that might indicate you are suffering from this condition. Inflamed, Raised Patches of Skin This is the hallmark symptom of plaque psoriasis because it sets the condition apart from other forms of psoriasis. The condition causes large patches of skin, the size of a quarter or larger, to become red, inflamed, and flaky. Read More»
Waxing and shaving your hair may be something that you’re used to, but wouldn’t it be nice if you could shave some time off of your daily routine? Imagine not having to deal with unwanted hair at all (or at least very rarely). With laser hair removal, your esthetician will target each individual hair follicle which will help to kill it. The result is smoother, almost hair-free skin. One of the best things that you can do to get optimal results from laser hair removal is to prepare properly. Read More»
Mohs surgery is a procedure that removes both squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma, which are different types of skin cancer. During your surgery, your dermatologist will meticulously remove a layer of skin and examine it for cancer cells. If the layer still has cancer cells in it, another layer will be removed. This process will continue until there is no evidence of cancer in the last layer of skin that has been removed. Read More»
Have you been dealing with some wrinkling and sagging you don’t love seeing in the mirror each morning? Maybe you’ve thought about having Botox injections, but you’re scared. This article will get to the heart of common fears about Botox and other anti-wrinkle injections and address them so you can pursue this treatment with increased confidence. Fear #1: It will hurt. Shots are not fun, and maybe the idea of having an injection in your face is turning you off. Read More»