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Top 6 Mimickers of Skin Cancer

Despite the increases in public awareness and education about protecting our skin, patients are often surprised when they are told they have skin cancer. “In many cases, patients have long-standing changes in their skin that they believe are benign...

Makeup for Problematic Skin

Selecting the right products for your skin can be challenging. Many ingredients found in cosmetics and skin care can trigger acne and other skin issues. When selecting your makeup, look at the custom cosmetic packaging and check for the different ingredients, as you...

When Will I Notice The Results From My IPL Treatment?

Sun-damage has a number of manifestations on the skin, including brown and red spots. These can accumulate over years of sun exposure and tanning, and lead to patches of discoloration on the face and body. Over time, many patients begin to lament their fun in the sun,...

What Is A Skin Biopsy?

Like other physicians, dermatologists rely on medical history and physical exam to diagnose a patient’s skin condition. When a patient’s skin problem isn’t straightforward, an additional work up is required. “Acne, eczema, psoriasis are all...

Is The Topical Skin Lightening Agent Hydroquinine Safe?

Topical hydroquinone has been used for over 50 years to lighten dark areas on the skin such as age spots and melasma. “In some senses, Hydroquinine has become a standard for treating acne scars, hyperpigmentation and dyspigmentation on the skin,” says Dr....

What Is Sun Damage?

Dermatologists and skin care experts often use the term “Sun Damage”, but what does it truly mean? Well… It takes a little bit of explaining to truly understand the full scope of sun damage. Sun Damage represents a spectrum changes observed on the...