Mark Nolan grew up the way a lot of people did: outdoors, in the sun, without much of a second thought about it. With red hair, freckles and fair skin that was prone to burning and summers spent as a lifeguard, slathered in whatever Coppertone SPF was available, his mom was diligent about sun protection.…
Most people who sit down for an aesthetic consultation arrive with a real concern they’d like to address, in addition to a quiet worry that fixing it might change the face they’ve lived in their whole life. Here’s the truth: when aesthetic treatments are done well, they’re undetectable. The goal is never to change your…
There’s something about that first real stretch of warm, sunny days in Northeast Ohio that just feels different. After months of grey skies and cold mornings, the sunshine hits and suddenly everyone is outside walking, gardening, heading to the lake, planning weekend trips. And if you’ve managed to escape south for a few days somewhere…
From childhood to your golden years, your skin changes throughout your life. At Apex Skin, Rachel McKernan, MPAS, PA-C, helps families navigate these changes with expert dermatological care. Whether you’re dealing with diaper rash, teenage acne, or age spots, understanding what’s normal at each stage can help you maintain healthy skin for life. What Does…
Most of us can’t see our own backs, the backs of our legs, or even our scalps very well, all places where our bodies can show signs of melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma. That’s why a full body skin exam (commonly called a skin cancer screening) could be one of the most…
Holiday cheer is great. Holiday skin? Not always. One weekend of salty snacks, sugary treats, late nights, cold air, travel, and—you guessed it—stress—and suddenly you’re dealing with dry skin, dull skin, stress acne, irritation, or a cranky, damaged skin barrier. Sensitive skin especially tends to tap out this time of year. But you don’t have…
Healthy skin is a labor of self-love that takes care, precision, and discipline. At home, that means daily sunscreen and products designed for your skin type. But true skin health also requires the same disciplined, precise care from your dermatologist—those regular skin checks that can catch potential issues early and keep your skin at its…
You’ve done the hard work—healthy meals, workouts, and consistency. Still, diet and exercise can only do so much; genetics, age, and hormones influence where your body holds on. When progress plateaus, non-surgical body contouring helps refine what you’ve built—targeting stubborn areas for subtle fat reduction and/or muscle definition, often with little to no downtime. This…
You’re an adult now. You’ve outgrown all the teen drama. So, why on earth are you still getting the same annoying acne breakouts? Or, perhaps you sailed through adolescence with clear skin, and now that you’re an adult, suddenly you’ve got acne. Why? Adult acne is especially frustrating and disruptive because, as common as it is (about 31.9%…
Sun-damaged skin? You’re not alone. Even the most committed sunscreen users can miss a spot—like the ears or the tops of the feet—or forget to reapply. It’s more common than you’d think: 67% of Americans reported some level of sun damage last year, and over 33,000 ended up in the ER with severe burns. But…
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