Dr. Sims Blog
A Quick Retinol Rundown
Retinol, most commonly known as Vitamin A or sometimes retinoid, is a powerful substance that is found in many skincare products. So what’s the difference between Retinol and Retinoid? Well retinol can be found in over-the-counter skincare products, whereas retinoids can only prescribed by a a dermatologist as these products (like Retin-A) are a lot […]
Basic Care for African American Skin
African-American skin tones come in different levels of melanin. Melanin is the component of your skin that determines your level of pigmentation. Its most important role is to serve as a shield for your cell’s DNA against the harsh radiation from the Sun. To protect your beautiful skin tone and preserve your skin’s natural beauty, […]
How to Prevent the Appearance of Sun Spots
Sun spots are not the same as age spots. While age spots, also known as liver spots, appear on your skin as you age, sun spots actually appear after over exposure to the sun. Sun spots are the result of an increase in the skin pigment called melanin due to UV exposure. These melanocytes concentrate […]
Dispelling Four Laser Hair Removal Myths
If there’s a treatment that’s been considered a game-changer, it’s definitely Laser Hair Removal. Its durability allows you to be hair-free for a long time, and it’s so easy that you can get it done during your lunch break, and then go back to work afterwards. However, like all cosmetic procedures in the market today, […]
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