Can You Apply Sunscreen Over Makeup?
Sometimes you wonder who writes the rules. OK, you understand the concept of re-applying sunscreen every two hours when you’re at the beach or the pool. After all, your skin’s already …
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5 Reasons to Wear a Quality Sunscreen Daily
When you were younger, you may have chosen quantity over quality: You loved fast fashion that filled your closet with variety. But, just as quickly, those garments filled your …
The Best Preventive Measures Against Skin Cancer
Each day, approximately 9,500 women, men, and even some children are diagnosed with skin cancer in the United States. Skin cancer is, in fact, more common than any other type …
A Closer Look at Our Favorite Products
We dermatologists are passionate about skin: protecting it, rejuvenating it, and resolving any medical or cosmetic issues that arise. We’re also passionate about using the right kinds of products …
Myths and Facts About Warts
Warts are small, hard mounds of flesh that may resemble miniature cauliflowers. Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), a family of viruses that includes about 150 strains. …
The Mental Health Impact of Skin Conditions
As medical practitioners in the West become more aware of the mind-body connection and start to view their patients holistically, they’ve also gained insights into how physical disease can …
5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Pick at Your Acne
Almost three-quarters of women and men in the United States have had acne at some point in their lives. Even though acne’s most strongly associated with the teenage years …
Help for Your Rosacea
Rosacea is an as-yet incurable skin condition in which you develop red patches on your face. You may also have red, angry pustules that look like acne. In severe …
Complications of Psoriasis
Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder most commonly associated with scaly, rashy, and itchy skin. Psoriasis is common and affects almost eight million adults in the United States. Although psoriasis …
When Moles Are a Concern
If you’re an average woman or man, you probably have 10-40 moles scattered about your face and body. Most moles are benign (i.e., noncancerous) and nothing to worry about. …