As the holidays approach, schedules get busier, and our calendars fill with events, gatherings, and festivities. October is the ideal time to schedule your cosmetic treatments, ensuring your skin is glowing and refreshed by the time the holiday season is in full swing. By taking care of your skin now, you’ll not only beat the […]

As the year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to prioritize your skin health while making the most of your healthcare benefits. If you’ve been putting off a skin check, now is the time to schedule your appointment. Many insurance plans reset at the beginning of the year, and you could still have […]

Eczema is a common skin condition that affects more than 31 million people in the United States. It’s most common symptoms are patches of dry, itchy, and sometimes scaly red or pink skin. However, there are other skin conditions that can look a lot like eczema, making it difficult to self-diagnose.  How Do I Know […]

Oral antibiotics are commonly prescribed for acne. However, this can lead to antibiotic resistance and can disrupt your skin’s microbiome. Fortunately, there are many alternative treatments for acne, including topical treatment products, in-office treatments, and dietary changes that can clear your skin.  Use the Right Treatment Products for Acne When managing acne, the first step […]

Baumann Skin Types with a “P” for “pigmented” have some unique characteristics and concerns. Your skin is predisposed to over-producing the pigment melanin that gives the skin its color. So for you, summertime can mean more dark spots and other signs of sun damage that show up on the surface of your skin. To help […]

Do you have small, rough bumps on the backs of your arms or legs? These bumps could be a common skin condition called keratosis pilaris (KP). KP is harmless but is ugly and annoying. There are at-home and in-office remedies that can get rid of most cases of KP. What Causes Keratosis Pilaris? Keratosis pilaris […]

Also known as actinic elastosis, solar elastosis is a skin condition caused by years of accumulated sun exposure. It literally means “damage to skin elasticity from sun exposure.” More commonly, we refer to this as “sun damage” or “photoaging.” Although not a medical concern itself, solar elastosis may be an indication that a patient is […]

Early detection is crucial when it comes to treating melanoma and other skin cancers, but many people do not know what to look for. Use this guide to learn how to perform a self-exam at home and what signs to look for. Steps to Perform a Self-Exam For most people, scanning your skin for anything […]

Argan oil has long been used for its beauty and health benefits, although there is still limited but promising research regarding its use for the skin. What we do know about pure argan oil is that it is an excellent source of many beneficial nutrients like vitamin E and omega fatty acids, making it a […]