With Melanoma Monday right around the corner, this infographic from the American Academy of Dermatology is a timely reminder. The back is the most common site for Melanoma, and it’s important to ask a friend or family member for help with preventing and detecting melanoma on your back.
Check out these very helpful tips for melanoma prevention and detection, and if you notice any changing spots on your back, be sure to schedule an appointment w...
Think applying sunscreen to your back is easy? The American Academy of Dermatology used a UV camera to show how much skin people really miss when applying their own sunscreen. Check out the video below and remember: friends don’t let friends apply sunscreen to their own backs!
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
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How often do you wash your face? Are you applying sunscreen every morning before you step out the door? If you aren’t following a proper skincare routine, you could be adding years to your skin’s appearance!
Use this skincare routine recommended by Dr. Plott to fight wrinkles and protect your skin!
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SculpSure is a breakthrough device for the reduction of stubborn fat in problem areas like the abdomen or love handles. SculpSure helps patients achieve a slimmer appearance without surgery or downtime.
Even with diet and exercise, most people have areas of stubborn fat that seem impossible to get rid of. SculpSure can help patients of all skin types achieve the results they are looking for with a non-invasive treatment that fits into their busy life...
Has this ever happened to you? You head to the pharmacy to pick up your medicine, only to find it costs 10x the amount you expected? Instead of leaving with a filled prescription, you leave frustrated and shocked at the $400 total.
Some drugs cost hundreds (even thousands) at retail, so what should you do when a prescription is just too expensive?
Luckily, there are a few things you can try to bring down the cost.
Note: These strategies won’t wo...
We all want to put our best face forward. Honestly, who doesn’t want clear, radiant skin?
Hormones and genetics might be keeping your skin from looking perfect, but you could also be contributing to the problem. In an effort to help your skin, do your best to avoid these three bad skincare habits.
Bad Habit #1: Popping Your Zits
You look in the mirror only to see a big whitehead staring back at you. You have to pop it, right? Wrong.
Popping zi...
Have you ever seen a dark, patchy area on a person’s forehead or cheeks? Or maybe you’ve experienced it yourself? If so, you’re most likely looking at melasma, a relatively common skin condition.
Melasma causes hyper-pigmented patches of skin. These patches usually appear on the face and seem to come from nowhere. Even though melasma isn’t painful or uncomfortable, it’s a source of cosmetic frustration. Fortunately, with intentionality a...
With the best anti-aging products at your fingertips, how do you know which ones to choose? The beauty of this simple routine is that people of any age can keep their skin looking young. And with just four skin care essentials, you won’t break the bank getting started.
Morning Routine
1. Wash Your Face
Start the day by washing your face with a mild cleanser. CeraVe’s cleanser or SkinMedica’s foaming face wash work well. They gently remove oils, o...
You look in the mirror each morning and wonder exactly when your face started to sag so badly. If you hold your skin a certain way, you can almost see a younger you. Of course you’d like to get your fresh face back, but you may not want to deal with surgery.
Thanks to Ultherapy you can get the facelift results you’ve been wanting without ever going under the knife. This FDA-approved ultrasound therapy creates long-lasting results much like a f...
Moles literally come in all shapes, sizes, and places. Some can be left alone and others should be removed, either for medical or cosmetic reasons. If a mole needs to be removed, there are several options for getting rid of a mole, ranging from laser mole removal to shaving it down. Whatever the need, a trusted dermatologist will deliver the best results.
Medical Mole Removal
People have moles removed for a variety of medical reasons. Some moles will t...