White spots or dots on the skin. What are these?
Blotchy skin, in general, is currently considered by many cultures to be unattractive. Most cultures value even toned skin without red spots, white spots or brown spots. So whiter spots...
How to use sunscreen effectively and not spend a fortune!
A reader Micheal (thank you!) asked about how to use sunscreen effectively without breaking the bank on products. And, I think I’ve confused you all a little in previous posts...
What is the correct information about zinc oxide in sunscreens?
I’m thinking the easiest way to explain this is to use the table below. Please remember that the SPF number – like 30 or 50 – only refers to the...
Why lip sunscreen is so important!
This is great. I’ve seen at least 4 patients in the last two weeks with problems on the lips with precancerous spots and skin cancers. This is a frequent problem....
TOP 24 MUST HAVE SKINCARE PRODUCTS FOR 2018
I love putting this together because we all want the most healthy, vibrant skin we can have. And finding the best skincare products for our particular skin makes a difference....
Skin of color and sunscreens that won’t leave you chalky.
You make a good point, and many of our patients have been frustrated with this also. I’ll make some recommendations below, but remember skin tone is very individual so you’ll...
Face, Chest, and Neck Skincare: Can I use the Same Products?
The face, chest and neck skincare is more different than you might think. The main difference is that the face has many more oil glands than either the neck or...
Drugstore repair products – what’s good, what’s not.
Great question! Drugstores tend to have nice, inexpensive cleansers like Cerave or Cetaphil and decent moisturizers. For moisturizers, try the bland CeraVe, Cetaphil, or Vanicream creams or lotions. These are...
Good ages to start skin care products to prevent aging
Preventing aging skin with good products and sunscreen is a relatively new concept in this country. Must have been our Puritan ancestors for whom self care was some sort of...
Skincare 101: a guide to skincare routine essentials!
I love your questions! Consumers are having a difficult time sorting out which skincare products are worth it, and what claims can be trusted. To answer your easy question: you...
