Question: I have been using a Retin-A (tretinoin) anti-aging skin-care regimen but with all this extreme winter weather my skin is chapped, cracked and looks and feels terrible. What should I do? Answer: You may need to adjust your skin-care routine and anti-aging...
Question: I have been using Rogaine for 6 months and I have recently noticed several deep wrinkles forming under my eyes, specifically the side I sleep on. I know there are some testimonies on the internet and on Wikipedia about minoxidil causing collagen depletion...
Question: All I had was a simple pimple – why did it leave such a dark spot and how can I get rid of it as quick as possible? Answer: Of course the answer’s not that simple! Everyone’s propensity to form a dark spot in response to anything that causes skin redness...
Question: My hair has been thinning considerably for several years now, and my hairdresser recently found some strange spots on my scalp. What are they? Answer: Watch out for basal cell carcinoma (BCC), the most common, treatable form of skin cancer, on your scalp,...
Question: I’ve noticed a small sore like a scab on my left upper arm that will not go away. What could that be? What should I do about it? Answer: Your sore could be a Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC), so don’t take it lightly. Sometimes a BCC can resemble...
Q. I ran out of my usual deodorant, so in a pinch I sprayed my favorite perfume under my arms. Is that bad? A. Possibly. Because underarms, especially in the summer, are more sensitive when susceptible to wetness from sweat, humidity, friction and heat. Your underarm...
