When years of frowning, laughing and squinting leave you with an aged, tired or angry appearance, you may want to join the countless adults who rely on Botox to fix it. Botox injections represent a proven and highly convenient non-surgical treatment to reverse the unwanted signs of facial aging. In fact, Botox is approved for… Continue reading
As the summer break nears its end, your kids will be trading in their swimsuits for alarm clocks. As parents, you may be thinking about buying school supplies, getting haircuts or squeezing in a dental appointment before the first day of school. However, in your haste to get your kids “back-to-school ready,” don’t forget about… Continue reading
Do you have spider veins or varicose veins that cause you to be self-conscious or avoid wearing shorts? While they are not one in the same, both spider veins and varicose veins involve a structural abnormality of blood vessels that can be very unsightly. Spider veins are a cluster of dilated skin capillaries that can… Continue reading
Do you suffer from psoriasis? Like many other chronic skin conditions, psoriasis often has “flare-ups” or times when its symptoms are worse than others. There is no doubt that psoriasis is quite uncomfortable and disruptive to deal with. Those that suffer from the common plaque psoriasis are likely to experience patches of raised, red skin… Continue reading
Do you have acne scars that are a daily reminder of your turbulent battle with pimples as a teen? Nearly 40% of acne sufferers develop some type of scarring due to their condition. While superficial scars typically go away on their own, there are a significant number of adults that suffer from deeper and more… Continue reading
Embarrassed by your vitiligo? If you suffer from a chronic skin disorder that causes blotchy white patches of skin to appear on various parts of your body, you are not alone. Nearly 2 million people in the United States have vitiligo. It is not distinguished by a certain race or gender, but this skin condition… Continue reading
Treating Acne as an Adult Although pimples and zits are most commonly associated with hormonal teenagers, that doesn’t mean that adults can’t get acne too. In fact, according to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, impacting as many as 50 million Americans each year.… Continue reading
Cancerous Moles: Do You Know What to Look For? Moles, also called nevi, are common skin growths. Clusters of pigmented skin cells are what cause these small dark brown spots on the body. Whether you have 5 moles or 50 moles, you shouldn’t let these skin spots go unchecked. While most moles are not a… Continue reading
Protecting Your Lips This Winter There’s a lot to love about the winter months. Chapped lips, however, are not one of them. If you suffer from dry or cracked lips during the winter, you are certainly not alone. Not only do your lips stay exposed to the elements, but they are made of thin skin… Continue reading
Understanding Hyperhidrosis Sweating is perfectly natural and normal. In fact, sweating is your body’s built-in cooling mechanism. However, not everyone sweats the same. In fact, there are some individuals who suffer from excessive sweating, especially in the underarm region. This is known as hyperhidrosis, and it can be a major threat to your self-esteem. If… Continue reading
