Our lifestyle can be the cause of dark circles under the eyes. Dark circles happen when you’re lacking sleep, suffering from allergies or stress, genetics, or even aging. Some of these reasons can be controlled while others cannot be controlled. The best way to prevent dark circles is to have a balanced diet with fruits, […]
Are you worried about getting wrinkles? You can’t stop aging but you can prevent some wrinkles by changing simple things like: SLEEP POSTURE The way you sleep has a lot to do with your skin and health. Sleeping in a certain position has an effect on the skin and some positions can lead to wrinkles. […]
Dermatologist Joshua Fox, MD Offers Tips for Understanding Rosacea Symptoms and Treatment Alternatives Red splotches, facial flushing, unsightly bumps and pimples, bloodshot, watery eyes and even swelling of the nose are all symptoms which often fall under a general diagnosis of rosacea. But how is it possible to know for sure if these symptoms are […]
Scars are a natural part of the healing process. Scars caused by an injury need time to heal. The body produces collagen to help heal injuries fast. The appearance of a scar depends on multiple factors. The shape, size, and depth of the injury contribute tremendously to the way a scar looks. Total scar prevention […]
As the days grow shorter, the temperature decreases, and the air becomes drier, the skin loses moisture. You may not want to believe it, but fall is right around the corner. Yes, the leaves are beautiful and the cooler weather is refreshing but there’s definitely something sad about putting away your shorts and taking out […]
Getting only a few hours of sleep can hold back metabolism and hormone production in a way that is related to the effects of aging and early stages of diabetes. It is indisputable that a good’s night sleep is beneficial for your health on many levels. Study after study has shown that getting at least […]
Sunscreen is used to protect the skin from sun effects such as skin cancer. Skin cancer is the most common and increasing form of cancer in the United States. From lotions to sprays to sticks, consumers have many options when purchasing a sunscreen. Now there is a new addition to the market: sunscreen pills. There […]
Everyone has that favorite pillow that seems to help you sleep better. Despite how comfortable and clean your pillow might be, it’s the home of thousand of dust mites, bacteria, fungi and mold. People hang onto their pillows for too long. According to experts, pillows need to be replaced every six months. Keeping a pillow […]
Since spider veins are heavily a cosmetic concern, in most cases, spider vein treatment is not covered by insurance. However, since varicose vein treatments are often addressing a medical issue, many insurance companies will cover part of the costs associated with these treatments. At Island Vein Specialists we offer three main treatment options for varicose veins. […]
Did you know that one in five American suffer from excessive sweating? Our bodies sweat in order to maintain body temperature. Excessive sweating is a very common disorder also known as hyperhidrosis. Excessive sweating is embarrassing and can complicate your professional and social interactions. There are many products and treatments to choose from but finding […]
Wrinkles and other visible signs of aging are unavoidable. The severity of aging signs, however, can be affected by factors that are sometimes preventable. A major factor that contributes to visibly aged skin is sun exposure. Here we’ll tell you three facts about what’s called “photoaging” and three ways to protect yourself against skin damage […]
Do you suffer from hyperhidrosis or just want to hide the signs of normal sweating? A new shirt is now on the market from a company called Sweatweave that is specially designed to prevent sweat marks. The company claims the shirt is the result of 10 years of R&D studying how to make cotton, often […]
