Category: Dermotology
Monkeypox: What to Know
Monkeypox was declared a public health emergency by the World Health Organization (WHO) on July 23, 2022. This is a decision undertaken by the WHO if a disease outbreak is an extraordinary event, when it constitutes a public health risk to other states through international spread, and when a coordinated international response is potentially required. …
Have You Heard of Sea Lice?
Summertime in SWFL means families flock to the beach to enjoy some sunshine, warm water, and sea lice?!?! Humans aren’t the only ones who enjoy the warmer water temperatures. Sea lice—not to be mistaken for head lice—are in fact jellyfish and sea anemone larvae. They are tiny, almost invisible to the naked eye, and are …
Important Cosmeceuticals: Part 2
Let us continue our discussion on buzz-worthy cosmeceutical ingredients (if you missed Part 1, you can read it here): Baicalin This ingredient is found in anti-aging formulations, such as SkinCeuticals Resveratrol B E. It is an antioxidant found in the plant Baikal Skullcap—a purple flowering plant found in East Asia. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and may …
5 Effects the Sun Has on Your Skin
Your skin is constantly exposed to UV rays—even on cloudy days, through the windows in your house or car, and in the few minutes you spend walking outside. Even if you spend most of your day indoors, even while you’re wearing sunscreen, and even sometimes when you’re sitting in the shade, ultraviolet radiation can be …
Healthy Aging Month: 5 Tips for a Healthy Aging Face
September is Healthy Aging Month, and while this topic alone could fill a large textbook, here are five tips from Florida’s dermatology-focused Skin Wellness Physicians to help us move through time more slowly and healthfully: 1) Sunscreen The most important intervention one can do for the health of the largest organ of the body would be …
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Important Cosmeceuticals: Part 1
Our patients are interested in establishing a skincare routine with cosmeceutical products recommended by their dermatologists in Florida. In this series, I will present a detailed survey of those cosmeceutical active ingredients that are most important in the current marketplace. Apple Cider Vinegar Raw apple cider vinegar is made from organic apples through fermentation. Acetic acid …
What Can Your Skin Condition Tell You About Your Health?
When your skin is acting up, it could be that you’re using a product that’s irritating it and need to make some adjustments to your routine, or it could be a symptom of an underlying health issue. Either way, it’s important to pay attention to skin irregularities and see a dermatologist if there’s anything that …
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How to Identify the 5 Basic Skin Types
Not all skin is the same! To maintain a beautiful, healthy complexion, you’ll need to adjust your regimen so that it’s tailored to your specific concerns. Knowing your skin type is important, because if you don’t care for your skin in the right way—and end up using products that don’t mesh well with your type—the …
Skin Conditions May Indicate the Presence of Breast Cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. While the recommendations for breast cancer screenings change slightly every few years, one recommendation remains the same for men and women of all ages: Know your breasts! “Breast self-awareness” is the newest buzzword you will hear from key organizations such as the American Cancer Society. Both men and women …
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The Role of Vitamin A in Healthy Skin
Dermatologists in Florida and around the country mark November as National Healthy Skin Month, and although there are a number of potential topics to cover, this piece was motivated by the common question my patients ask: What “cream” should I use? However, the question they should really be asking is: What ingredient should I use? …
