Ever wonder why a board-certified dermatologist often looks at your nails when doing a thorough skin examination? This is because your nails can reveal a lot about your overall health. Here are some nail changes to look out for.
A dermatologist is a trained and board-certified medical doctor who treats diseases of the hair, skin, and nails. Here are some examples of common skin conditions that may require the expertise of a dermatologist.
Our pores are natural and essential structures that help maintain the integrity of the skin so removing them is impossible. The same can be said about pore size - it cannot be reduced but there are ways to minimize its appearance. Dr. Philip Lorena shares tips on how to achieve this!
Do you think you are sweating beyond the normal? Do you have excessive sweating when you are about to deliver a public speech or presentation? If you answer yes to any of these questions, this is for you.
We all want our skin to look its best during the summer. But did you know that there are treatments that are require more effort on your part when it comes to post-procedure care and avoiding the sun?
Did you know that the human skin sheds every 21-28 days? But as we age, this shedding process becomes slower leading to dead skin cell pile up. The result? Dull, uneven, rough, or flaky skin.
How well do you know your skincare product ingredients? While some skincare products work wonders on its own or when combined with other key ingredients.... some simply don't.
Retinoids are the gold standard in anti-aging. They increase cell turnover and stimulate collagen remodeling resulting to brighter skin, improved skin texture, fine lines, and wrinkles, and sagging. The only caveat to the use of retinoids is that most people cannot tolerate the skin irritation that occurs once they start using them. The skin appears red, very dry, peeling, and sometimes sore.
Milia cannot be prevented and they can just spontaneously appear on the skin but most of the time they result from trauma to the skin. Reduce trauma to the skin and you can minimize the development of milia.
