The Skin Wellness Physicians Blog
Interesting and Useful Information for Marco Island, Bonita Springs, Ft. Myers, and Naples, FL
Welcome to the Skin Wellness Physicians blog! Read posts chosen specifically for people interested in learning about skin health, beauty, and more in the Naples and Marco Island areas.
What is Cheilitis? How To Heal Chapped, Inflamed Lips This Winter
Drier, cooler winter weather can irritate the delicate skin of the lips. Here in South Florida, sunburns may likewise cause dryness and peeling. Simple chapping will usually heal with a moisturizing lip balm. However, lip dermatitis has other causes, including allergies, infections, chronic sun damage, and even nutritional deficiencies. Cheilitis, the term used for inflammation …
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Are All Birthmarks Safe? Discover Which Types Should Be Treated
If you want to reduce your birthmarks, our Florida-based team believes that it helps to understand which skin lesions are typically harmless and which ones you need to be concerned about. Broadly, there are two main types of birthmarks: vascular birthmarks (formed from extra blood vessels) and pigmented birthmarks (caused by clusters of melanocytes, the …
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Why Mohs Surgery Is Ideal for Skin Cancer on the Face
If you’ve been told you need Mohs surgery for skin cancer—especially on your face—you’re not alone. This precise surgical method is often the preferred choice for facial skin cancer due to its ability to remove all cancerous cells while preserving healthy tissue. Mohs surgery at our Florida practice is performed by skilled dermatologists who prioritize …
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Diet and Acne: What We Know from a Dermatologist’s Perspective
For decades, patients have asked whether what they eat affects their acne. While diet is not the single cause of breakouts, modern research shows that certain foods can meaningfully influence inflammation, hormones, and oil production. From a dermatologist’s perspective, diet is now recognized as a helpful—and modifiable—piece of the acne puzzle for our Florida patients. …
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Why Seasonal Skincare Matters
Our skin is constantly adapting to changes in the environment—and as the seasons shift, so do its needs. Factors like temperature, humidity, sun exposure, and wind all affect the skin’s moisture levels and barrier function. What works well for your skin in Florida’s humid summers may not be effective during the drier, cooler winter months. …
Precision and Versatility: What Sets Halo® Apart from Other Fractional Lasers
When it comes to fractional laser technology, few treatments match the precision and versatility of Halo®. At Skin Wellness Physicians, we offer Halo® for Naples, Marco Island, and surrounding areas to patients seeking effective skin rejuvenation with personalized depth control and minimal downtime. This hybrid laser technology represents a modern solution to common skin concerns—from …
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Why Some Sunscreens Cause Rashes
Living in sunny Southwest Florida means sunscreen is a daily essential, but not all sunscreens agree with everyone’s skin. If you’ve ever applied sunscreen only to develop a red, itchy, or burning rash afterward, you may have experienced what’s called a photoallergic reaction. This happens when certain chemical sunscreen ingredients absorb UV light and trigger …
Understanding Mohs Surgery: The Gold Standard for Skin Cancer Treatment
Mohs surgery from our Florida-based team is a highly advanced and effective technique for treating certain types of skin cancer, including basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. First developed in the 1930s by Dr. Frederic Mohs, this procedure has become the gold standard because of its extremely high cure rates and ability to preserve …
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Summer Sun & Dark Spots: What You Need to Know About Hyperpigmentation
Summer can take a significant toll on your skin. Increased sun exposure, especially common in high-UV regions like Florida, stimulates unwanted discoloration, including sunspots, melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation that lingers long after summer has ended. Accumulated sun damage over time causes smooth brown marks called solar lentigines, also known as sunspots or liver spots. These …
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Spread the Word on Dysport®
At Skin Wellness Physicians, we want patients to be equipped with the knowledge they need about cosmetic treatments in order to make an informed decision, but we also want them to feel secure in the fact that we will help them apply that knowledge with experienced guidance. In other words, if you are wondering which …
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