Posted in Texture, March 2010 on Mar 12, 2010 | Permalink
"Glow" is a subjective term, but somehow we all know it when we see it. Just look at children's skin!
Glow is caused by several factors. The most important is the eveness of the skin's... more
If your skin has good texture, even color, very little sagging around the eyelids or jawline, and few or no wrinkles, then you just need to use state of the art products and consider... more
Okay - I can't help myself. I still love that ColoreScience powdered sunscreen (Sunforgettable SPF 30 - comes in tints) for anyone athletic (doesn't drip into eyes), or oily, or who just... more
Many of my patients are confused about skin care products and what they can do.
Here's the good news. At any age, and particularly starting young, they can help prevent future sun damage>... more
For cosmetic issues, take an inventory of problems. Initially, just make a list of everything that's bugging you from the chest up. Then, prioritize them with the skin issues bothering you... more
Posted in Skin Cancer, Moles, Feb 2010 on Feb 05, 2010 | Permalink
If you are low risk, your primary care doctor can check your moles. If you are high risk, see a dermatologist. How do you know which you are?
You are higher risk if you have a personal or... more
Think light screen not sunscreen.
UVA is present 365 days a year through clouds, through window glass and car windshields. That little bit of daily damage is significant because it adds up... more
As many of you know, I'm generally a fan of SkinCeuticals products. They put more time into research than most companies, and they work hard to make sure their products are high quality,... more
It can be all too easy to put off dealing with skin issues. For medical issues, take an inventory of problems, even seemingly minor ones. Minor issues left unattended can become much... more
Posted in January 2010 on Jan 08, 2010 | Permalink
Here's a thought for the new year. Many of us spend more money and time on our cars than our skin, despite the fact that we spend much more time in our skin than the car. And, our skin... more