May was skin cancer awareness month and we always revisit the dangers of unprotected sun exposure. The number of cases of melanoma in young adults is on the rise. Millennials are especially vulnerable, because they seem to underestimate the dangers of the sun and skin...
It seems like chemical peels have been around since the beginning of time. Ancient Egyptians used animal oils, salt and alabaster to aesthetically improve skin and treat skin conditions. Egyptian women also took “sour milk” baths so their skin would be...
We all put tremendous stress on our hair. We expose our hair to hair dryers, hot curlers, hair color and highlights, hair straighteners, chemical-laden cosmetics and ultraviolet light (UV) from the sun. All of these elements can cause hair to become dry, brittle and...
This past Tuesday, the United States surgeon general issued a call to action to prevent skin cancer, calling it a major public health problem that requires immediate action. Nearly 5 million people are treated for skin cancer each year. According to the American...
Question: I’ve heard conflicting opinions about what age babies can go in the sun. Is there a sun exposure rule for healthy skin for babies? Answer: I second the advice of the The American Academy of Pediatrics, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the...
