Skin picking disease, also called dermatillomania or excoriation disorder, is a mental illness related to obsessive-compulsive disorder. This disorder is characterized by the need for repeated picking at one’s skin which results in areas of swollen or broken skin and...
Summer is now upon us, making it more important than ever to take care of your skin – including your hands. Most skincare focuses on the face and neck, but the hands should not be forgotten. DCSI has used our expertise to put together a list of some of the best...
Contrary to popular belief, manicures are not the only solution to nail issues. Your nails need proper regular care, even outside of the salon. DCSI offers nail services for nail diseases and disorders, so we wanted to share some of our nail care tips. First, it is...
Our nails are made up of the same protein that our topmost layer of skin and hair is made out of – keratin. While it is a strong protein, it is not uncommon to experience splitting, peeling, or breaking. In fact, these happen a lot more often than most people...
Living in Florida means you enjoy lots of beautiful sunshine. Unfortunately, that bright sun can easily scorch your skin. Many locals search for South Florida sun exposure treatments after a long weekend at the beach. If you stayed out too long, you might wonder how...
