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At Home Skin Care

February 10, 2023Jennifer ElliottMedical Articles
At Home Skin Care

Here are some at-home skin care tips to help you maintain healthy, glowing skin:   Cleanse twice a day: Gently cleanse your face in the morning and at night to remove dirt, oil, and makeup. Avoid using harsh soaps or scrubs, as these can dry out and irritate the skin.   Exfoliate regularly: Gently exfoliate […]

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Can Your Diet Affect Acne?

June 3, 2022Jennifer ElliottMedical Articles
Can Your Diet Affect Acne?

Affecting as many as 50 million people in the United States each year, acne is the most common skin condition in the country. It often begins during puberty, and it is especially prevalent between the ages of 12 and 24. Acne can cause oily skin and several types of lesions, including pimples. Symptoms vary from mild to severe, and they can […]

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May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month

May 2, 2022Jennifer ElliottMedical Articles
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month

There are several different types of skin cancer, including melanoma, basal cell skin cancer, and squamous cell skin cancer.  Melanoma skin cancer is a very common cancer in the United States, with more than 5 million people diagnosed each year. Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer. It is more likely to invade nearby tissues and spread to other […]

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What is Psoriasis & What are the Symptoms and Treatment

April 4, 2022Jennifer ElliottMedical Articles
What is Psoriasis & What are the Symptoms and Treatment

What Is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is a skin disorder that causes skin cells to multiply up to 10 times faster than normal. This makes the skin build up into bumpy red patches covered with white scales. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Psoriasis can’t be passed from person to person. […]

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What Are Age Spots

March 7, 2022Jennifer ElliottMedical Articles
What Are Age Spots

What are age spots? Age spots are flat brown, gray, or black spots on the skin. They usually occur on sun-exposed areas. Age spots are also called liver spots, senile lentigo, solar lentigines, or sun spots. What causes age spots? Age spots are the result of an excess production of melanin, or skin pigment. Doctors don’t […]

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Moles vs. Freckles: What’s the Difference?

February 2, 2022Jennifer ElliottMedical Articles
Moles vs. Freckles: What’s the Difference?

There are several skin lesions that are very common and benign (non-cancerous). These conditions include moles, freckles, skin tags, benign lentigines, and seborrheic keratoses. Moles and Your Skin Moles are growths on the skin that are usually brown or black. Moles can appear anywhere on the skin, alone or in groups. Most moles appear in early childhood and […]

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Laser Hair Removal Facts

January 5, 2022Jennifer ElliottMedical Articles
Laser Hair Removal Facts

If you’re not happy with shaving, tweezing, or waxing to remove unwanted hair, laser hair removal may be an option worth considering. Laser hair removal is one of the most commonly done cosmetic procedures in the U.S. It beams highly concentrated light into hair follicles. Pigment in the follicles absorb the light. That destroys the hair. How to Prepare for […]

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Winter Skin Care

December 1, 2021Jennifer ElliottMedical Articles
Winter Skin Care

Winter can wreak havoc on your skin — making it dry, itchy, and irritated. Cold, blustery conditions outside can leave your skin feeling raw, while indoor heat zaps moisture from the air and from your skin. But there are many simple ways to combat the causes of dry winter skin and help keep your skin […]

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November is National Healthy Skin Month

November 1, 2021Jennifer ElliottMedical Articles
November is National Healthy Skin Month

Your skin is your body’s largest organ, so it’s important to take good care of it. November is National Healthy Skin Month. You may not realize it, but your skin reveals a lot about your overall health. This month makes you aware of what it takes to keep your skin healthy as well as understanding […]

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October is Eczema Awareness Month

October 4, 2021Jennifer ElliottMedical Articles
October is Eczema Awareness Month

Eczema is the name for a group of conditions that cause the skin to become itchy, inflamed, or have a rash-like appearance. There are seven types of eczema: atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, dyshidrotic eczema, nummular eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, and stasis dermatitis. Eczema is very common. In fact, over 31 million Americans have some form of […]

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