Tips of the Week

Finally!!! Some new rules on sunscreens that should be helpful. The biggest problem has been with assessing UVA coverage (important for everyone but really important for melasma). Companies... more

If you're already sun damaged, be very careful this summer not to do more. Think about fun "surfer" rash guards to protect your torso and arms. Wear hats.  Scrubs also help but don't overdo... more

 First, you have to understand them! What kind of brown spots do you have?

Are they lentigoes (flat and light to medium dark brown) and caused by sun damage? Are they seborrheic keratoses... more

I'm getting a lot of questions about this relatively new class of laser. For good reason too, because the right fractionated CO2 system coupled with an experienced dermatologist can be... more

 Don't forget your hands when it comes to aging skin. Most people get as much sun on the backs of their hands as they do on their faces.

You can use the same products you use on your face... more

 Put the same sunscreen on your neck and chest that you do on your face.

This may sound obvious, but it's surprising how many of us don't do it regularly. And it looks odd to have facial... more

 Suncreen is even more important at high altitude. Look for sunscreens with a good UVA blocker like Mexoryl 3%, zinc or titanium 5-10%. UVA becomes more intense at altitude. It's a longer... more

  Now's a good time to take stock of any sun damage accrued over the summer.

If you're in your 20s or 30s, consider a series of microdermabrasion or light peels to help your skin slough off... more