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Pumpkin with facial mask and towel on wooden background, copy spaceFall Skincare As the seasons change, so do our skincare needs. Did you know that adjusting your skincare routine for every season will ensure you have the best skin for every condition? As fall approaches, with its cooler temperatures, falling humidity, and dryer indoor air, your skincare routine will need a few tweaks, to keep your skin healthy and looking its best. Arlington Dermatology breaks down suggested fall skincare routines, and what you should be changing to meet your skin’s needs in the new season. Why do you need to ..read more

Close-up asian woman with hyperhidrosis sweating. Young asia woman with sweat stain on her clothes against grey background. Healthcare concept.Do You Suffer from Hyperhidrosis? If you sweat excessively, it could be hyperhidrosis. Hyperhidrosis is a condition that causes excessive sweating unrelated to heat or exercise. Some people sweat so much with hyperhidrosis that it soaks through their clothing or drips off of their hands, and the sweating can be so heavy that it disrupts normal activity and causes social anxiety and embarrassment. Fortunately, there are treatments for hyperhidrosis that ..read more

Handsome happy young Caucasian man applying face cream after a morning shave. Men’s space in the skincare industry is growing, and why shouldn’t it be? After all, men have skin, so skincare shouldn’t be focused on women. More men than ever are taking an interest in skincare but are not really sure what they need. Men treat their skin differently than women, and need different kinds of care to support that. Here, Arlington Dermatology offers a skincare routine for men just learning to care for their skin. Establishing a Routine Here’s the good news: skin care doesn’t need to be complicated. In ..read more

Are you curious about Retinol? We see the word Retinol in many skin care products, and they boast their benefits. What is Retinol? Why are they good for our skin? We take a dive into Retinol to understand what it does to our skin and why it’s in so many products these days. Retinol is a form of vitamin A, known for its anti-aging and acne-fighting properties. There are over the counter products that contain retinol, but medical-grade and prescription products contain stronger concentrations of retinoids. So, are retinoids and retinol the same thing? No, but they are in the same family. Retino ..read more

What’s the big deal about serums? We see them everywhere and they promise to provide real benefits for our skin. What are they? What benefits do they provide? Which one is right for you? We explain the advantages, the different types, and how to choose the right one for your skin. Face serums are lightweight in comparison to moisturizers but have a higher concentration of active ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid, and vitamin C. Serums can be very effective in managing issues like acne, dry skin, dullness, and the signs of aging. Depending on the serum you choose, they can bright ..read more

Do you really need to see a dermatologist to find products that can change your skin and solve your skin issues? How effective are over the counter dermatology products vs medical-grade products vs prescription products? What is the difference between the three? When should you choose one over the other? When would the two be chosen over prescribed products? We have the answers you need to help you choose the right products for your skin. Let’s start by explaining the difference between over the counter, medical-grade, and prescription products. It might seem that medical-grade and prescripti ..read more

In light of our current research study on men’s hair loss, we take a dive on hair loss and when it’s time to visit your dermatologist. What are the signs of excessive hair loss? What can we do to mitigate that? Is it genetic or is it environmental? Hair loss can affect the scalp or the whole body, and can be the result of hormonal changes, medical conditions, aging, or heredity. Stress can cause hair loss, as can certain medications and hair styles. Here, Arlington Dermatology gives you the answers you need to understand hair loss. The first thing to understand is how hair grows. Hair growth ..read more

The Year of Reduced Stress Are you feeling stressed these days? You are not alone in that. The post-pandemic world seems full of bad news, and the economic climate is less than ideal, so most of us are under pressure, and that can cause undue stress. You know that stress can impact your mental health and your body, but have you ever considered what it can do to your skin? Here, we look at symptoms of stressed skin, offering tips for managing your stress so you don’t break out, increase signs of aging, and suffer from other skin issues. Interestingly, even as your stress can affect your skin ..read more

Nourish and Hydrate Your Skin from Within Dry, dull skin is skin that needs some extra care. You can slather on skin care products, and that will help, but the best way to keep your skin nourished and hydrated is by changing your consumption habits. What do you do that has a negative impact on your skin? Excessive drinking can rob your skin of hydration, and smoking is known to accelerate skin aging, so ditching these unhealthy habits is a good first step. If you want to really be proactive about improving the health of your skin, though, there are some lifestyle changes that can have a major ..read more