The Importance of Sunscreen – Beyond J&J Recalls and Environmental Regulations
2021 has not been kind to sunscreen. In January, Hawaii banned the sale of over-the-counter sunscreens containing oxybenzone and octinoxate in order to protect Hawaii’s marine environment. Most recently, Johnson...
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How to Choose a Sunscreen for Your Child
Being a parent is hard enough with all the decisions you need to make on a daily basis. Taking care of your child’s skin should be just as up there...
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How Much Sunscreen to Use on Your Face | Forefront Dermatology
Sunscreen is a vital tool in the fight against skin cancer and premature skin aging. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, daily sunscreen use – when used correctly –...
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Sunscreen: It’s Not Just for Summer
Sunscreen is the jack of all trades when it comes to a skin care product. It protects against damaging UV rays that cause skin cancer and premature aging, while also...
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Under-eye Skin Care Tips
Are you suffering from crow’s feet, dark circles or under-eye bags? The skin around your eyes is thin, delicate and sensitive and requires special care. Dr. Shilpa Sawardekar, board-certified dermatologist...
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Chemical vs. Physical Sunscreen
A lot of people are unaware that there are two types of sunscreen: chemical and physical. What’s the difference? Chemical sunscreens contain organic compounds, such as oxybenzone, octinoxate, octisalate and...
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Military and the Increase in Skin Cancer
Research has shown that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. While we all are an increased risk, a recent study published in the Journal of...
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5 Must-have Skin Care Products 2019
Natural beauty starts with a glowing complexion. When skin is healthy the pores are small, breakouts are minimal and tone is even. Sticking to a skin care routine while utilizing...
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5 Skin Care Resolutions for 2019
The New Year is a symbolization of a fresh start and endless possibilities. It is also the time of the year when many of us make resolutions. Setting skin care...
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How to Treat Sunburn
If you're reading this you must have missed our previous blog about how to properly apply sunscreen! That’s okay; I think we have all been there – lesson learned, right?...
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How to Properly Apply Sunscreen
Sunscreen is a vital tool in the fight against skin cancer and premature skin aging. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, daily sunscreen use – when used correctly –...
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Top 3 Treatments to Reverse UV Damage
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,...
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Are you UV Smart?
July is UV Safety Awareness Month and our skin is the most UV-affected area on our body. While our skin spends every day protecting us against heat, dehydration, sunlight, injury...
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UV Index: The Sun Safety Scale
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...
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Sunscreen: Picking the Right One for You
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...
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Sun Safety for a Spring Break Vacation on the Slopes
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...
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Sun Safety for a Spring Break Vacation at the Beach
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...
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Preventing Dry Skin in Winter Weather
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,...
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