A major breakout can be incredibly frustrating — especially if you’re taking excellent care of your skin or have never been acne prone before. Even a single zit can drain self-confidence, and research has found that severe acne negatively impacts the subject’s work and academic performance, social life, and relationships. But fear not, even if you […]
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Be Skin Cancer Smart This Summer: Prevent and Detect Melanoma
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. You may be planning to spend some time in the sun this Memorial Day weekend to kick off the summer season. Are you equipped to keep your skin safe? Skin cancer incidence has been on the rise in the US for over 3 decades, with over 3.5 million cases […]

Sleep and your Skin: Rest to Rejuvenate
While April is a time of spring awakening, don’t forget to mind your sleep. Ever wonder why sleep deprivation shows in your face? Much like the rest of your body systems, shut-eye is fundamental to maintaining a healthy complexion. Besides, with exposure to environmental stressors throughout the day, the nighttime represents a key opportunity to […]

A spring awakening for your skin
Spring is a great time to pamper your skin. Coming out of a long cold and dry season, your skin may not be looking its best – and that’s okay. Your dermatologist can help guide you through personalized skincare solutions for the spring and treat those stubborn skin, hair, or nail issues that have troubled […]

Has it expired? – Skincare product edition
Got a jumble of skincare products lying around in a drawer or medicine cabinet at home? Think twice before you grab that serum or sunscreen that’s been sitting around for… who knows how long. Understanding when a skincare product is safe to use or has expired is more complicated than you’d think. We’ve got your back […]

6 Rules for Revamping your Fall Skincare Regimen
As summer winds down and cool fall weather creeps in, you’re probably packing away the shorts and swimsuits in your closet to make room for jeans and sweaters. Sweltering beach days are behind us, and you’ll start layering up as temperatures drop. But what are you doing for your skin this fall? Just like your […]

Top 5 back to school skin care tips
It’s that time of year again! ‘Back to school’ season is upon us, and the flux of new beginnings and changing schedules can take a toll on your skin. Getting into the swing of things after summer break is stressful for students and professionals alike. With everything on your plate, it can be easy to […]

Exercise Skincare: Skin-Friendly Fitness Habits
You exercise regularly to maintain your personal wellness, but do you ever stop to ponder how your workout routine might be affecting your skin? Dermal health can be heavily impacted by your fitness habits, and chances are you could be doing more to protect it. Follow these dermatologist-approved exercise skincare tips before, during, and after each […]

Dermatology, Meet Technology: Convenient, Cost-Effective Online Skincare is a Click Away
Online dermatology is the latest innovation in skincare. What can it do for you? The Dermatologist at your Fingertips From a suspicious mole to acne, and cold sores to stubborn rashes, there come the moments in our busy lives when skincare issues simply need to be addressed. We can’t afford to ignore them any longer, […]

14 New Year’s resolutions for healthier skin
As we recover from weeks (months?) of indulgences and stress thanks to the holiday season, it’s natural to want to change our ways this time of year. Though they may seem doomed, New Year’s resolutions aren’t all bad. As Stanford University reports, “Research shows that when people resolve to change, they immediately feel more confident, […]