Did you know that signs of diabetes can show up on your skin? In honor of American Diabetes Alert Day (March 22) we’ll take a look at 10 skin conditions that are warning signs of high blood sugar caused by type 2 diabetes. These include dark skin on your neck, sores on your feet, and…. read more
Throughout the colder, winter months, we tend to wear heavier moisturizers and skincare products to protect our skin, but sometimes even with all that protection, our skin is still left feeling dry. It still itches. It cracks. It isn’t always pretty, as you know. Luckily, that season’s now behind us. It’s time to say goodbye…. read more
Skin cancer is a concern everyone should share, regardless of skin type, texture, or tone. However, certain skin types might be especially susceptible to skin cancer development, and it would be helpful to assess risk on an individual basis. The Fitzpatrick skin typing test is a scale most dermatologists at least reference when determining a patient’s skin…. read more
Phytoceramides are extremely popular skincare ingredients, and it isn’t hard to see why! Phyto-corrective skincare offers highly effective moisture retention, clarification, and rejuvenation. Plus, it’s fantastic for sensitive skin. But what are phytoceramides, anyway? Benefits of Phytoceramides Human skin cells are surrounded by ceramides, long-chain fatty acids that maintain a moisture-retaining barrier and influence cell…. read more
Most of us wouldn’t forget to put on clothes before leaving the house. (Hopefully!) In addition to being stylish and preserving our modesty, clothing acts as an environmental protectant against a variety of elements, including the sun. However, while we’re pretty vigilant about at least putting on pants and a shirt before leaving the house…. read more
Even though we’re all bundled up during the frigid winter months, we might still be susceptible to the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays. In cold weather, the sun’s warmth is conspicuously absent, making us think that sun protection is less urgent than in warm weather. However, the sun’s ultraviolet rays, irrespective of the heat we might…. read more
If your lips are on the dry side, you probably think you just need to slather on the drugstore lip balm and wait for your lips to restore themselves to their former glory. In most cases, you would probably be right. But what if it doesn’t work? Seasonal dry lips are perfectly normal. There are…. read more
Why settle for a box of chocolates when you can have healthy and smooth skin? Show your complexion a little love with these fantastic skin-beautifying solutions! In-Office Treatments Whether you have a date with your honey or just want to give yourself the gift of a beauty boost this Valentine’s Day, these services and treatments will…. read more
Sunscreen is always in season! When you’re on the slopes during the winter months, almost completely covered by protective clothing, sun protection might not cross your mind—but for your skin’s health…and safety, it really should! For skiers, snowboarders, or lodge goers alike, cold weather can mean more time outside, and more time outside equals more sun exposure…four to five percent more skin-damaging UV rays for every 1,000-foot increase in altitude to…. read more
With it being cold and flu season, we have all ramped up our cleaning routines and started using hand sanitizers more frequently. As a result, dermatologists have noticed an increase in skin sensitivity cases, that dryness, itchiness, and, in some cases, eczema. While these conditions can often be caused by regular allergies and stress, consistent use…. read more
