Dermatology News/Education

Psoriasis vs Eczema

Anyone with dry, itchy skin and prone to skin rashes has probably wondered if they have either psoriasis or eczema. Psoriasis vs eczema, it is easy to confuse these two common skin conditions, but they are distinctly different, despite their similar symptoms. Of course, only a dermatologist can tell you if you have either or [...]

How Long Does Botox Last?

Botox cosmetic injections effectively reduce wrinkles, but how long does Botox last? The answer is somewhat complicated. It will be different for each person and Botox treatment because there are many variables. An excellent place to start is with an understanding of what Botox is and how it works. What Is a Botox Treatment? Botox [...]

Dermaplaning Guide - Face Rejuvenation

Dermaplaning allows those living with imperfections on their faces, such as unwanted hair or scars, to get rejuvenation. Acne affects 80 percent of the population between the ages of 11 and 30. Another five percent will continue to have this skincare problem throughout their lives. One out of five will also experience minor to serious [...]

Microneedling vs. Chemical Peels

Suppose you are looking for ways to correct uneven skin tone, eliminate wrinkles, soften acne scars or improve the appearance of your skin. In that case, you might ask which option between microneedling vs. chemical peels could offer the best benefits. These are two distinctly different skin treatments, so how can you decide which option [...]

How Long Do Dermal Fillers Last?

The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery defines a dermal filler treatment as a gel-like substance injected under the skin. Injectable dermal fillers let you restore volume to your face and reduce the signs of aging. It is a way to get rejuvenation without undergoing invasive procedures like a facelift or other forms of plastic surgery. [...]

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Do you ever dread looking in the mirror? Are you tired of seeing your once youthful appearance succumb to the aging process? Time marches on, and unfortunately, those years of life experience can show more quickly on your face than other parts of your body, especially if you are a facially expressive person. That’s where [...]

Skin Care Basics

The skin is the body's largest organ and accounts for roughly 18% of an adult's weight. It serves as a protective outer layer that keeps in moisture and keeps out invasive organism (like infections). It protects our organs against injury. It also helps regulate the body's temperature and has self-healing capabilities. The best way to [...]

Sun Safety

Because of the ultraviolet radiation it emits, the sun is inherently dangerous to human skin. In fact, the American Academy of Dermatology stipulates that there is no safe way to tan. Tanning is the skin's natural response to damage from the sun. Additionally, the Environmental Protection Agency proclaims that everybody, regardless of race or ethnicity, [...]

Skin Cancers

Skin cancer is the most common form of human cancers, affecting more than one million Americans every year. One in five Americans will develop skin cancer at some point in their lives. Skin cancers are generally curable if caught early. However, people who have had skin cancer are at a higher risk of developing a [...]

Skin Growths

Seborrheic Keratosis Also known as seborrheic verruca, most people will develop at least one seborrheic keratosis during a lifetime. Fortunately, these lesions are benign and don't become cancerous. They are characterized as brown, black or yellow growths that grow singly or in groups and are flat or slightly elevated. Often they are mistaken for warts. [...]

Tattoos

A tattoo is created by injecting ink into the dermis (the second layer of skin) to incorporate a form of skin decoration. Tattooing is practiced worldwide and has often been a part of cultural or religious rituals. In Western societies today, tattooing has re-emerged as a popular form of self-decoration. Technically, a tattoo is a [...]

Tanning Beds and Tanning Booths

According to the American Academy of Dermatology and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, ultraviolet (UV) radiation from tanning beds, tanning booths and sun lamps are known carcinogens (cancer-causing substances). Exposure to UV radiation during indoor tanning has been proven to increase the risk of all skin cancers, including melanomas, squamous cell carcinomas [...]

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