Strange looking tan lines have always been annoying to manage and watch out for. As more and more people go outside wearing masks, and masks themselves becoming mandatory in a lot of places, there has been a rise in facial tanlines.To prevent face mask tan lines, your best defense is practicing good SPF habits. This […]
Hyaluronic acid, the main ingredient of injectable fillers, are what gives your skin its volume. By injecting HA into wrinkles, fine lines and folds, dermatologists are able to restore volume and fullness that has been lost through aging, while enhancing the level of moisture of your skin.Overall Volume Loss – One truth about getting old […]
Our skin contains trillions of micro organisms like bacteria, harmless viruses and even fungi. These organisms feed on the oils, dirt and dead cells that accumulate on our skin. Did you also know that your microbiome contributes to how effective skin care products can be?Two humans have about a 99% similarity in their DNA, but […]
Wearing masks nowadays is necessary to help minimize the risk of spreading COVID-19. However, wearing masks do come with some minimal side effects, like skin irritation. It is a small price to pay for helping everyone around you, and fear not because there are ways to help treat it! Here are Dr. Sims’ tips for […]
Our skin changes when we hit middle age. For some, they lose the glow that they had when they were younger. For others, their skin becomes dry and dull. Wrinkles and fine lines also start to appear more often. This is the age where we should be thinking about what we want to achieve with […]
Did you know that you can either an overreaction or no reaction at all on your skin by using too many products? This is called the “redundancy of effect” and it happens when you are unknowingly using multiple products that do the same thing to your skin. The results can either be none or extreme.None, […]
Being outdoors without proper sun protection can result in skin damage, in more ways than one. While the damage doesn’t show up immediately, it does gradually build up and you will see changes in your skin. You can tell the difference between people who practice sun safety when they’re outside and people who do not. […]
Your priorities in life shift as you get older, so should your priorities for skincare. As we age, our skin also undergoes different changes and these changes require a adaptation and prioritization. We can’t have perfect skin forever, but we can diminish and reduce how time affects how it looks. Here’s what you should be […]
You would think that once your leave your teen years, that you would be safe from pimple breakouts, but acne during your adult years can be a real issue. Did you know that acne is the most common chronic inflammatory skin disease in the world? It is reported that around 50% of adults over the […]
You will see the word “antioxidant” talked about when it comes to skincare. Antioxidants are a great addition to your skincare routine, especially this summer. Many serums, like vitamin A, C or E-based ones, contain antioxidants that provide positive effects for your skin. It’s even found in foods like fruits, vegetables and certain teas. What […]
