UV Index – Am I Going to Burn Today
Point to the Index: The UV Index The National Weather Service (NWS) and the Environmental Protection… [more]
Birthmarks – How to Tell Your Twins Apart
Birthmarks are persistent areas of discolored skin that are generally visible from birth. While many… [more]
Acne – Triggered Suicide
Acne isn't "just" a skin problem. In this BBC article, teens can suffer suicidal depression due to low… [more]
Your Skin’s Health
What Skin Are You In? The 4 Common Types of Skin
It is very important for you to know what kind of skin you have. Each skin type has unique characteristics and requires different kinds of care and treatment. Below are the 4 skin types: Normal/Combination: This skin type has medium pores, a smooth and even texture, healthy color. It has a balanced oil and water [...]
Holy Moley: The Truth Behind Moles
Moles are small, dark, skin growths that can develop on any part of the body, alone or in groups. It is normal about have between 10 to 40 moles by adulthood. Moles are caused when the cells in the skin grow in a cluster instead of being spread throughout the skin. These cells are called [...]
Let There Be Light: Light Therapies for Acne Treatment
Light therapy consists of exposing the skin to specific wavelengths of light. There are three main types of light therapy. Blue light therapy functions as an absorber—there to absorb the bacteria produced by the skin. It kills P. acnes, and treats acne vulgaris most effectively. These blue lights do not contain ultraviolet (UV) light, which [...]
Skin Care
4 Basic Steps to Skin Care
Step 1: Cleansing It’s pretty simple. Find a good face wash that your skin responds well to. Remember to read the fine print on these products to see if it’s suitable for your skin type. You do not need to spend $50 on an expensive “quality” wash. Your local drug or convenience store should have [...]
Benzaclin Carekit Rebate
How to save on your next 4 prescriptions for the BenzaClin® carekit Download Rebate Certificate Insured Patients Pay no more than $20 on each of your next 4 prescriptions for the BenzaClin® carekit.* Cash-Paying Patients Save up to $25 on each of your next 4 prescriptions for the BenzaClin® carekit.* Fill your prescription for BenzaClin®. [...]
UV Index – Am I Going to Burn Today
Point to the Index: The UV Index The National Weather Service (NWS) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) developed the Ultraviolet (UV) Index in 1994. The UV Index is a useful tool to help the public take steps towards reducing UV radiation exposure, since skin cancer and other skin diseases have increased significantly in the [...]
Taking Care of Your Skin
What is JUVEDERM?
Juvederm is a hyaluronic acid injectable gel that smoothes facial wrinkles and folds. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in all mammals; it is used to hydrate and add volume to the skin. This substance has also been used to treat arthritis, eye wound and surgery repair. Juvederm injectable gel is nonsurgical and very [...]
Stages of Melanoma
Stages of Melanoma The following stages are used for melanoma: Stage 0: In stage 0, the melanoma cells are found only in the outer layer of skin cells and have not invaded deeper tissues. Stage I: Melanoma in stage I is thin: The tumor is no more than 1 millimeter (1/25 inch) thick. The outer [...]
Treating Acne With Chemical Peels
A chemical peel is a technique that, once applied to the skin, causes it to blister and peel off. The new skin is smoother and the lesions caused by scars and acne are gone. Chemical peels can be performed on the face, neck and hands. It can be performed in a doctor’s office or as [...]
Do It Yourself: Over-The-Counter Topical Treatments For Acne
There are many different ways to go about treating acne. Looking at over-the-counter products is a great first step for easy and mild treatment of acne. Benzoyl Peroxide: an over-the-counter (OTC) agent that comes in cream, gel, and wash form. It kills P. acnes, helps remove excess oils and dead skin cells that clog pore. [...]
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