At Derick Dermatology, we understand the importance of skin cancer screening. It’s a service that often gets overlooked until it’s too late. Undergoing skin cancer screenings is critical for the early detection of many forms of skin cancer. The sooner…
5 ways to Prepare and take care of your skin for Summer As the weather becomes steadily warmer and the days longer, it has us turning our sights to the summer season. With this, comes BBQs, beach days and vacations…
Don’t be alarmed if you have stretch marks. This doesn’t necessarily mean that anything is wrong with your health or skin. Stretch marks are common, and anyone can get them. They appear whenever a person has a sudden weight gain…
The most common type of inflammatory dermatological condition, contact dermatitis (CD) can occur when the skin touches an irritant. Sensitivity to soaps and bleaches, chemicals and solvents, plants and some food, cosmetics, and medications may cause contact dermatitis.
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The first visit to a dermatologist can create worries about what happens when you get there. In addition to your concerns about skin issues, doubts about anything new can disturb your peace of mind. Visiting a dermatologist regularly can inform…
As summer days beckon trips to the beach or pool, the need for skin protection increases. Developing a healthy respect for the sun may provide the best way to avoid sunburn, skin cancer, and dry skin. Some marketing myths about…
The luxurious feeling of body lotion after a shower or bath brings enjoyment to daily activity and makes it special. While a few ingredients can make lotions harmful, most provide a beneficial effect on personal well-being. Hydration and moisturizing enhance…
Seven Great Tips for Springtime Skin Care Spring’s arrival gives you a perfect time to refresh your skincare routine. After a winter of protecting against the dry, harsh weather, you can lighten up for spring. Your skin’s healthy, glowing look…
Identifying and Treating Skin Tags The appearance of harmless skin tags seems to occur more frequently over time, but people below age 50 may have them too. Medical science has not confirmed a cause for them, but potential reasons include…
While the World Atlas does not credit the breezes from Lake Michigan for naming Chicago the Windy City, the cold and dry gusts make skincare in the winter extremely challenging. Dryness produces effects on the skin that everyone recognizes and…