Skin cancer can affect anyone under the sun – literally! That’s why it’s so important to stay informed about how it works and what we’re doing to keep ourselves safe from it. Unfortunately, there’s some misinformation out there, and some of it can be harmful to your health, so let’s talk about a few of […]
“More and more people realize that a ‘healthy’ suntan is anything but,” says Jennifer Wong, a certified registered physician’s assistant specializing in dermatology with Advanced Dermatology PC. “The ultraviolet rays that cause a tan – whether from the sun outside or a bulb in a booth – damage skin cells, triggering premature aging and most […]
Our top tips for taking care of your skin while running With the New York Marathon right around the corner, this is an essential time to talk about skincare specifically for runners. Whether you’re a long distance runner or a weekend jogger, it’s important to be aware of some of the common skin problems that […]
All summer you’ve seen the warning signs about protecting yourself from the sun. As the season begins to wind down you realize you didn’t do as much protecting as you should have. Soon enough the effects from your unprotected fun-in-the-sun will begin to surface.
If you haven’t already seen it all over our social media accounts, then you should know that May is…Skin Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), “It is estimated that 144,860 new cases of melanoma will be diagnosed in the United States in 2016.” This shocking number should make you want […]
When we think of our daily skin care routine most times people overlook a very prominent feature on their face, if you haven’t guessed it from the title already – it’s the LIPS! In this blog post we will get into the details of lip care.
The changing of seasons means it’s time to change up your skin care routine. The products and methods you have been using in the previous months may not be enough to get you through the winter.
You see them on TV, in the movies and magazines, and now at your local pharmacy or cosmetic store? There seems to be an increasing trend of celebrities delving into the realm of skin care. We’ve compiled a short list of celebrities who have skin care lines already on the market, and one who is […]
Shade Structures and Good Skin Knowledge from the AAD An AAD grant program is helping to protect children from harmful UV rays from the sun. Providing shade in outdoor spaces is important to keeping children from getting sun damage that may lead to skin cancer. The shade structure grants provide $8,000 to eligible applicants to […]
Protection from the sun is very important for the skin. Being out in the sun without protection can increase the risk for sunburn, wrinkles, premature aging, and skin cancer. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. It is estimated that 3.5 million cases are diagnosed annually. Your health is […]
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 […]
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 […]
