We’ve always talked about melanoma, seeing as it’s the most aggressive and most deadly form of skin caner. But what about the nonmelanoma skin cancers, like basal cell or squamous carcinomas? Reports say that there are almost 5.4 million nonmelanoma skin cancers diagnosed every year.The risk factors for nonmelanoma skin cancers are the same as […]
When discussing skin conditions, it’s important to understand how common or uncommon they can be within the general population. Acne in general is the most common skin condition, and everyone has experienced to a degree it while growing up, and many still continue to get acne well into adulthood. A majority of people will most […]
Hydroquinone is a product prescribed by dermatologists to correct skin tone and complexion. It is a skin-lightening agent used to fade dark spots and hyperpigmentation. Dermatologists use it to treat conditions like acne scars, age spots, melasma and spots from psoriasis and eczema. It’s a straightforward product to use, but can be easily used improperly. […]
It’s not easy searching for the right dermatology care provider. While there are a lot of resources available for all the offices in your area, you still need to do a bit of research on your own to find the one that is right for you. Here are four factors you should keep in mind:Credentials […]
Alpha Hydroxy Acids, also known as AHA’s, and Beta Hydroxy Acids, or BHA’s, are skin acids used as chemical exfoliators. These two function by peeling away the dead skin cells on the surface or your skin, revealing fresh new cells underneath. The most common AHA’s are glycolic and lactic acids, while the most common BHA’s […]
If you are losing 100 or more hairs per day, then you should see a doctor about it. Normally we can shed that much in a day, but most of them are being replaced by the next hair coming out of that follicle. Some medical conditions can cause excess hair loss like certain Thyroid or […]
The American Hair Loss Association has declared that August is Hair Loss Awareness Month. As such, we want to shed some light about the numbers and statistics of hair loss and how it affects people.At age 29, 12% of men will have experienced some sort of hair loss. By age 35, 66% of men will […]
There were 1.38 million chemical peel treatments done in 2018 alone, and that number continues to rise every year. This versatile skin rejuvenation treatment is the third most requested procedure done behind Botox and fillers. Chemical peels are able to address multiple issues at once without the potential complications that come with other more invasive […]
Your skin has a natural barrier to help protect itself from bacteria, pollution, and the sun’s harmful rays. Occasionally, this barrier can get damaged, leading to the loss of moisture, an imbalance in your skin’s pH level, and the disruption of its natural biome.Here’s how you can tell your skin’s protective barrier has been compromised […]
The FDA regulates what is considered toxic and prohibited ingredients for cosmetics and skincare products. Many ingredients that go on the formulas for the products you use have to pass the FDA’s quality control and rules. While they do allow certain ingredients and substances to be added to products, these substances can still affect each […]