Dermatologist Blog
What Does Dehydration Do to Your Skin?
Dehydration is a condition that occurs when an individual has lost so much fluid, mostly water, that the body can no longer function normally. The most obvious sign of dehydration is thirst. However, there are other signs and symptoms of dehydration, including...
How Skin-Safe is Your Halloween Makeup?
It’s that time of year again! Halloween is right around the corner and soon it will be time to put together all the important parts of your costume. This includes the near-final step – makeup! Makeup is a huge part of most Halloween costumes whether it’s fake blood,...
Skincare Tips for Long Flights
If you’ve ever been on a long-haul flight, you know you don’t typically land at your destination with a feeling fresh and clean. When it comes to long flights, there’s so much to prepare for – and your skin is no exception. Airplanes can wreak havoc on facial skin so...
What Are the Best Facials for Acne?
If you’re no stranger to acne, you may feel as though you’re constantly searching for a cure for the pesky bumps on your skin. While there is no one-cure-fits-all when it comes to acne, facials are known for calming the effects and conditions that come with it. Below...
Treatments for Hives
Hives, also known as urticaria, is a skin reaction that causes itchy welts ranging in small spots to large blotches. Angioedema is a related type of swelling that affects a deeper layer of the skin, oftentimes around the face and lips. You can usually treat mild cases...
Summer Skincare Tips
Just like you change your clothes as the seasons change should you be changing your skincare routine. It’s important to be especially diligent during the summertime when the temperatures are hot, and the sun is beaming. As you’re showing more...
What Does Wart Treatment Include?
Warts are areas of skin that grows faster than normal due to a virus. They are actually an HPV infection of the skin. The body will eventually build up a resistance over time and the cause of warts will disappear, however there is treatment available. If warts become...
How to Treat Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a common skin condition with systemic considerations. The most common type of this condition consists of raised lesions covered with silvery scales most commonly seen on the elbows, knees, scalp, and trunk. Psoriasis is an immune system condition and...