Top 5 ways to prevent wrinkles: 1. Sun protection: Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is one of the biggest causes of wrinkles and skin aging. UV rays cause the superficial part of the skin (epidermis) to thin and become cigarette paper like. The dermis (middle later of the skin) may develop brown spots, decrease in collagen (which […]
5 treatment options for adult female acne: Acne was always thought of as a disease that mainly effects teenagers. But in the past decade the fastest growing segment of population with acne is adult women. Some of these patients never had acne as teenagers, only to develop it in their 20’s and 30’s. It’s unclear […]
Myths About Dry Skin Even though dry skin is much more widespread during the winter months, it can still show up during other seasons and even throughout the year for some people. Although it is a common skin condition, there are still many misconceptions surrounding dry skin as well as the causes behind it. Below, […]
Psoriasis is a multifactorial genetic condition in which inflammation is increased and skin cells turn over at a higher than normal rate. On the outside, the increased scale is caused by rapid growth of skin cells. This in turn causes skin cells to accumulate on the surface of the skin and cause silvery scale. On […]
Caring for your skin to make sure it’s healthy and beautiful is important. However, there is a lot of misinformation about this very topic. Myths of skin care are rampant on the internet and beauty magazines. Here are some of the myths…debunked! Myth #1: Drink more water for dry skin. If you suffer from dry […]
Did you know that: ● The skin of an adult weighs about about 9 pounds? ● The skin is the largest organ in the body? ● The skin is constantly regenerating, shedding about 50, 000 dead cells a minute? ● The average person has about 3 million sweat glands in the skin? ● The skin […]
Some people have skin that constantly begs for moisture, while others cannot seem to counteract excess oil. Genetics influence your basic skin type, but environmental factors also play a role. Moreover, skin changes over the course your lifetime. Understanding your skin type can help you make the right decisions when it comes to skin care. […]
I am happy to announce that on November 4, I will be discussing these topics with members ofThe Transition Network, NYC Chapter. There are 3 Pillars of Improving your Appearance with Cosmetic Dermatology: 1. Skin Care 2. Improving skin quality and texture 3. Volumizing and contouring with fillers and toxins 1. Skin Care: Skin care […]
Minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures have become the convenient go-to treatments for those wishing to combat signs of aging with minimally invasive, non-surgical options. In its most recent statistics, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported a clear spike in minimally-invasive procedures, stating that in 2014 “facial rejuvenation procedures experienced the most growth.” Of 13.9 million minimally-invasive […]
Summer is here! Hello sunshine and warm weather. With summer in full swing, you’re probably spending a great deal of quality time outdoors, running, biking, hikingor hangouts on the beach. Spending more time in the hot sun can wreak havoc on your skin, even damaging your skin. This summer, fight back against the sun’s harmful […]
