As scientists and doctors worldwide try to quickly expand their knowledge to fight COVID-19, new developments are being found and shared, including information on a variety of rashes linked to the virus. In fact, rashes are presenting in approximately 20% of COVID patients, making it an indicator of the virus, and prompting dermatologists to take…
Scarring is one of the most sensitive issues with skincare. It’s very difficult to heal scars and do so properly and permanently. For this reason, patients who come to us put a lot of faith in our understanding of scars and how to help heal them. Among one of the worst culprits in scarring is…
As men are spending more money than ever on personal hair care and skincare products, it is just a matter of time until we see more effort dedicated to their faces. When treating male cosmetic patients, it is essential to score a touchdown on the first visit as men are typically physician-loyal when they are…
Your skin’s health, and its vibrancy, is under your control! We’ve enlisted the help of our very best to help you look and feel better, and more vibrant in the skin you’re in. 1. Food – What are the best foods for healthy skin? Anne Keller, Westlake “We have heard that you are what you…
Sunscreen can save your life if you know how to use it effectively. The truth is that far too many people suffer from sun-caused skin ailments like signs of aging, dark spots, and even worse, skin cancer. Here to walk us through sunscreen is Dr. Lauren Karpinski. About Dr. Karpinski Dr. Karpinski grew up in…
When it comes to skincare, summer is one of the harshest seasons. You have to be diligent with how you take care of your skin and the way in which you protect it from the sun, heat, and other weather induced damage. With skin cancer affecting more than 3 million Americans each year, knowing how…
Diabetic Skin Care It is estimated that about one-third of people with diabetes will have a skin disorder at some time in their lives caused by the disease. Diabetics are more susceptible to bacterial and fungal infections; allergic reactions to medications, insect bites or foods; dry itchy skin as a result of poor blood circulation;…
Pregnancy Skin Care To have a healthy pregnancy it is also important to gain your knowledge of pregnancy skin care. Although less common, there are a few skin conditions related to pregnancy: PUPPP (Pruritic Uticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy) This condition occurs in roughly one percent of pregnant women. It is characterized by itchy…
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…
Tanning Bed Risks 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).Some tanning bed risks include, exposure to UV radiation during indoor tanning has been proven to increase the risk of all…