Soaps for Sensitive Skin
Lauren Fanta Soap. It has been engrained in all of our minds to wash with soap and water, but do we really know what we are using to cleanse our skin? Soap is a mixture of fats, oils, and an…
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Molluscum
Hannah Caroompas Molluscum contagiosum is a virus that, as the name suggests, is contagious. The appearance of bumps that are often flesh colored or pink, dome shaped, and have a dimple in the center are the only symptom of infection.…
CoolSmooth: The New CoolScultping Applicator You’ve Been Waiting For
By: Hannah Heimdal If you have been dreaming of a non-invasive, FDA-cleared way to sculpt problematic areas of the body – you’re in luck! CoolSculpting has made this dream a reality for many. This technology is based on cryolipolysis, a…
More Harm than Good: The Infamous Base Tan
Lauren Fanta With spring break right around the corner, you may hear the phrase “base tan” being used more often. The age-old myth goes something like “if you get a base tan, then you will avoid burning while tanning.” According…
Risk of Skin Cancer
Lauren Fanta If you have a history of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) or squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), it may have been a huge relief to hear the diagnosis was not malignant melanoma. Malignant melanoma accounts for less than 1% of…
Psoriasis vs Eczema
By: Lauren Fanta With colder months approaching, as is the inevitable discomfort of itchy, dry skin. Now is the time to get your psoriasis or eczema under control. Although both are considered inflammatory skin conditions, understanding the difference between psoriasis…
Removing the Redness- Vbeam
By: Olivia Nuelle If you’ve ever struggled with acne or rosacea, you’re not alone. Both rosacea and acne affect millions of Americans and can be life disrupting. Acne scars and facial redness can be difficult to conceal. The Vbeam laser…
Snow Skiers- Protect Your Skin!
Hannah Caroompas Whether we like it or not, it is nearing that time of year where freezing temperatures, high winds, and snow rule our lives. For outdoor snow sports enthusiasts, this means it is almost time to start gearing up!…
Raynaud’s Disease
By Julie Hancock Raynaud’s disease is a condition characterized by reduced blood flow to certain areas of the body, especially the fingers and toes. Sometimes there is an underlying medical condition that is causing this phenomenon, known as secondary Raynaud’s,…
Should You Wear Sunscreen in the Winter?
By: Hanna Sutton As fall is beginning to fade into winter and days above sixty degrees begin to seem like a distant memory, our daily routines change. The days are shorter and cooler, we layer on thicker sweaters and scarves…