If you have never been to a dermatologist before, you may feel a little in the dark about what to expect and how to prepare for your first visit. Don’t worry; a dermatology check-up is typically a painless and stress-free appointment. Most importantly, you’ll walk away feeling good that you’ve given your skin the attention…
Read MoreBack-to-school season is upon us. As you run around to gather school supplies and new outfits, don’t forget about investing in the right skin care supplies. Whether you have a young child or college bound teen, there are skin care products to ensure your family maintains healthy and beautiful skin through the new school year….
Read MoreWhen you look in the mirror, are you faced with unsightly reminders of the acne-plagued years you suffered as a teenager? Acne is a stubborn and embarrassing skin condition, especially for a socially-conscious adolescent. However, many patients don’t outgrow their frustrations with acne. Even after pimples stop emerging, acne can leave behind disfiguring scars for…
Read MoreYou were probably educated as a young child to stay away from poison ivy, or that dangerous three-stem leaf. Poison ivy is a toxic plant that is common in Georgia and throughout the United States. This plant is most known for the itchy, spreading and disruptive rash it creates on the skin upon contact. A…
Read MoreWhile more common in men, hair loss an occur in both genders. Unfortunately, women with thinning or balding hair suffer a much greater hit to their self-esteem than men. For men, hair loss due to aging is common and much more accepted. For women, a full head of healthy hair is a sign of beauty…
Read MoreAcne is one of the most common skin conditions. It can also be one of the most frustrating to deal with. While acne typically affects young adolescents, it can linger into adulthood as well. The highly visible and often erratic pattern of red bumps and pimples on the face can take a major toil on…
Read MoreNo matter how hard we try, we simply can’t avoid the natural aging process. While there are several parts of our bodies that wear out over time, people tend to notice and feel concerned about the effects of aging on their skin the most. As we get older, the skin loses its elasticity. It also…
Read MoreTags are meant for clothing, not your skin. Unfortunately, “skin tags” do exist. In fact, as many as one in four people have skin tags. Skin tags refer to a flesh-colored flap of soft tissue that protrudes from the surface of the skin. They are typically found in areas that get irritated when two areas…
Read MoreYou are probably well aware of the fact that smoking cigarettes is harmful to your health. However, just like your lungs and heart, your smoking habit can also compromise another important organ in your body – your skin! Smoking is known for causing premature aging within your skin, but it does far more than sabotage…
Read MoreIt is no surprise that pregnancy brings on numerous changes within a woman’s body. Beyond an expanding belly and swollen feet, some women must also deal with melasma. Melasma is a skin condition that affects millions of individuals. Up to 90% of the sufferers involve women because hormonal fluctuations are a primary trigger. Women who…
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