As the old saying goes, “kids say the darnedest things”. They also ask some pretty tough questions. Here are some of the common questions your child may ask and the...

Like anything in life, if you have a problem you simply work to find a solution. Here are 5 common skin, hair and nail problems that you may have asked...

Aging happens. Skin starts looking dull, fine lines start showing up, dark spots appear. When you look in the mirror, if your reflection doesn’t match how you feel, it may...

As you age, you may notice your skin is changing. It becomes less supple, thinner and drier, injures more easily and heals more slowly. As a result, seniors are prone...

August is national psoriasis awareness month. While we already covered the quick facts about psoriasis, it is also important to know the more detailed information behind this skin condition. What...

August is national psoriasis awareness month. Chances are if you or someone you know doesn’t suffer from psoriasis then you most likely do not know a lot about this skin...

Your daily skin care routine most likely starts and ends with washing your face. According to Dr. Victoria Negrete, board-certified dermatologist with Forefront Dermatology, “while cleansing seems like it should...

Whether you were a tanning bed user in the past or spent years slacking on sunscreen application, you may be affected by sun damaged skin. According to Dr. Abigail Donnelly,...

A pleasant walk in your yard, a park or the woods can turn unpleasant quickly if you come in contact with rash-inducing plants and weeds. Learn to identify these plants...

Tick season is in full swing this summer, increasing your risk of developing Lyme disease. Lyme disease is spread by the bite of the Ixodes tick, usually no bigger than...

Whether you suffered from acne as a teen or in adulthood, it can sometimes lead to unfortunate acne scarring. Not everyone will experience acne scars, but it is more common...

Acne can happen at any age, and specifically as adults we often wonder why we are experiencing acne. “Acne is for kids”, says adult acne sufferers. Unfortunately that’s not the...

Acne, unfortunately, can affect people of all ages. So why does acne affect everyone differently? What causes a pimple is pretty much the same regardless of your age. When you...

Many of you may have heard the term shingles, but might not actually know what it is. Let’s start out by reliving our childhood. Remember when you had chicken pox?...

The UV Index scale is a great tool to tell you how quickly sunburn can occur if you are not applying proper protection. The ultraviolet levels are measured on a...

Research has shown sunscreen use can help prevent skin cancer by protecting you from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Walk into any store and you will see an abundance of...

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with 1 in 5 Americans developing it in their lifetime. Regular self-skin exams and a yearly skin cancer screening...

Skin cancer does not discriminate by age, gender, or ethnicity. It is important to know the signs of skin cancer and perform a monthly self-skin check to spot potential malignancies...

There Are Two Skin Cancer Categories Skin cancer is defined by two categories: melanoma and non-melanoma. Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer and is the most likely...

There's a lot more to you skin than you might think. In addition to being your largest organ, your skin plays a vital role in detecting hot and cold, regulating your...

After covering Rash 101, we thought it would be a good idea to cover another type of rash, ringworm. Although this could have been shortly covered in Rash 101, we...

Skin rashes can occur because of a variety of factors including heat, infections, medications and environment stimulants. Here is a rundown of the most common types of skin rashes. Atopic...

With every season comes change, and with spring upon us now is the time to change up your skincare regimen. With warmer temperatures it is common for skin to transition...

April showers bring May flowers… and pollen. Not only are we welcoming spring, we are also greeting allergy season. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, over 25...

Your skin is your largest organ and it’s also a reflection of your overall health. Your nutrition affects the health of your skin, which means you literally are what you...

Not all spring break vacations are on the beach. If you are taking a ski vacation this Spring Break, you have most likely thought of just about everything--but take a...

If you are traveling to a warm destination for Spring Break, or even if you will be spending some extra time outdoors at home, it’s time to brush up on...

While you are sleeping, your skin has a chance to recover from the day by allowing blood to flow to the skin, offering countless benefits. According to Betsy Wernli, MD,...

Many men have a skincare regimen of washing their face in the shower with a randomly selected bar soap and nothing more. However gentlemen, if you would like to look...

Eczema, also known as dermatitis, is a common skin condition characterized by the inflammation, swelling or irritation of the skin. Eczema affects as many as 35 million Americans. Eczema is...

Eczema, also known as dermatitis, is a common skin condition characterized by the inflammation, swelling or irritation of the skin. Eczema affects as many as 35 million Americans. Although it...

As the cooler temperature and lower humidity of winter have been present for a couple months now, you are probably noticing some unfavorable changes to your skin’s appearance. According to...

If all of the eating, drinking, and extra stress from the holidays have left your skin feeling dull, or if you have damage such as fine lines and dark spots,...

Have you been caught in a makeup rut or does your beauty regimen need a boost for 2017? Do you have products on your bathroom counter that have been collecting...

The start of the New Year is a time we all think about making resolutions to improve our lives, like eating healthier and getting more exercise, but what about protecting...

For those who spend a lot of time outdoors at this time of year when temperatures are at their very coldest, either for work or pleasure, the risk of frostbite...

While the holidays can be a very joyous time of spending time with family and friends, they can also be a time of stress and overindulgence. If you are finding...

Winter often sneaks up on us, with its blustery cold, snow and wind, but for many of us, being outdoors is a necessity or even an enjoyable pastime. If you...

About National Handwashing Week The goal of National Handwashing Awareness Week is to decrease the spread of infectious diseases by empowering individuals to educate and help protect their communities. Working together we...

In honor of National Healthy Skin Month, we’re devoting November to raising awareness about the skin, your body’s largest organ, and how to keep it vibrant and healthy. This week,...