The best way to balance your skin barrier pH…and WHY I fell in love with this age-old super ingredient. There are all kinds of products that claim to balance your skin barrier’s pH. But what’s so big about your skin’s pH? And, why is it so important to have an acidic skin barrier pH? Well, […]
November, Movember, Ready, Set, Grow!
Are you ready to show the world you are a man and grow that mustache and beard you have longed for since last Movember? Well get ready to stop shaving and start growing. We have listed for you the official steps to join this 13 year old movement as well as some timely tips to […]
Dangers of Antibacterial Soaps
FDA Determines Antibacterial Soaps not effective and may actually do harm. I’ve been telling my patients for years; “Never use antibacterial soaps.” The “antibacterial” part is pure marketing hype meant to pique the obsessive weaknesses of us OCD-types and has no proven benefit over non-antibacterial soaps. I cannot tell you how many new […]
Success Story: Sue Suss
I have had eczema since I was a child. Typical outbreaks behind knees and inside elbows. I grew out of that as I entered my teenage years. Then, when I turned 56, I had an eczema out-break on my right lower leg. The itching was horrendous. I tried many “natural and holistic” approaches with little […]
Skin Care & Cancer
A woman’s complexion can affect how she is feeling about herself, and can impact her overall attitude about her health. Treatments for Cancer can affect your skin and leave it dry, dull, flaky and more sensitive to sun, wind, topical products and other elements. Your skin color can be abnormal or lackluster and is […]
9 Eczema Triggers to Avoid
Eczema is a skin condition characterized by dry, itchy, red and inflamed skin. Atopic dermatitis is the most common form of the condition. There are several elements in your everyday environment that can trigger eczema flares. Let’s take a further look below: 1. Combat Cold Weather People who live in extremely cold climates may experience […]
How To: Beach-Ready Feet
It is almost that time of year again! The sun is already out and shining and it won’t be long before you find yourself in flip flops or sandals. Are your feet beach ready? Dry, cracked heels are a common condition in both men and women. There are several factors that contribute to dry feet […]
Secrets to Treating Sunburn
Many of you know that I prefer the use of clothing and hats to protect your skin from the sun rather than the application of all the chemicals that are found in sunscreens. I always recommend that my patients wear a rash guard when they’re going to be in the pool or directly in the […]
7 Foods That Hydrate Your Skin From The Inside Out
Whether you are dealing with dry weather during the winter or you are someone who has always had a tendency for dry skin, it will become increasingly important for you to keep your body moisturized. Of course, there are always a number of amazing products available on the market that are made to hydrate the […]
Why You Should Know What Neomycin Is
Have you ever used antibiotic ointments for a cut or a wound and it actually looks worse the next day? A contact allergy may be the cause. Neomycin, a key ingredient in triple antibiotic ointments available over-the-counter, has gained notoriety as “allergen of the year” in 2010 because of its effects as an allergen to […]