When it comes to our skincare routine, we can often fall victim to just using whatever it is we started with, but not taking the time to understand if what we’re putting on our faces every day is actually making a difference or improving its appearance. So many of us grab a skincare product from the…
With the public now making their rounds with the COVID-19 vaccine, we are learning more about its full range of effects, including what some may say are negative ones. Let’s dive in to understand how the vaccine impacts psoriasis specifically. What do we know? The new mRNA vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna) are 95% effective in preventing…
Your skin is your protection. It’s the very first line of defense for anything you come into contact with. For this reason, you should be adamant about maintaining its health. Here to teach us five of the main reasons you should never neglect your skin’s health is Jackie Hollcraft, PA-C at our newest location in…
As we enter the cold weather season during a pandemic, many of us will suffer from unusually dry skin, especially dry hands from all that washing! On top of your typical winter skincare, we have to be aware of the excess hand-washing due to preventing COVID-19 on top of it. Let’s get to the bottom…
As scientists and doctors worldwide try to quickly expand their knowledge to fight COVID-19, new developments are being found and shared, including information on a variety of rashes linked to the virus. In fact, rashes are presenting in approximately 20% of COVID patients, making it an indicator of the virus, and prompting dermatologists to take…
Scarring is one of the most sensitive issues with skincare. It’s very difficult to heal scars and do so properly and permanently. For this reason, patients who come to us put a lot of faith in our understanding of scars and how to help heal them. Among one of the worst culprits in scarring is…
As men are spending more money than ever on personal hair care and skincare products, it is just a matter of time until we see more effort dedicated to their faces. When treating male cosmetic patients, it is essential to score a touchdown on the first visit as men are typically physician-loyal when they are…
Your skin’s health, and its vibrancy, is under your control! We’ve enlisted the help of our very best to help you look and feel better, and more vibrant in the skin you’re in. 1. Food – What are the best foods for healthy skin? “We have heard that you are what you eat and that…
Sunscreen can save your life if you know how to use it effectively. The truth is that far too many people suffer from sun-caused skin ailments like signs of aging, dark spots, and even worse, skin cancer. Here to walk us through sunscreen is Dr. Lauren Karpinski. About Dr. Karpinski Dr. Karpinski grew up in…
When it comes to skincare, summer is one of the harshest seasons. You have to be diligent with how you take care of your skin and the way in which you protect it from the sun, heat, and other weather induced damage. With skin cancer affecting more than 3 million Americans each year, knowing how…