By Cristal Tope, FNP-BC When it comes to skincare, lips are often neglected. Nothing is as sensuous as smooth, soft, kissable lips. Read on for some tips on how to get amazingly luscious lips. 1. Hydration is key to preventing chapped lips. When the body is dehydrated, the lips are more prone to dryness. Aim for about six to eight glasses of water per day to stay properly hydrated. 2. Avoid licking, biting, or picking. When lips feel dry, there is a natural tendency to wet them by licking, but this can exacerbate the problem. As saliva evaporates, lips will get more dry and prone to something ..read more

Our skin is our body’s natural armor. But sometimes, our armor gets cracked. When this happens, our bodies can develop skin irritations like rashes or eczema. While some skin conditions may be genetic or due to medicines or other issues, some can also be caused by a food sensitivity or food allergy. What is a Food Sensitivity? A food sensitivity, also known as a food intolerance, is an incapability of the body to digest a specific food or food group. This means one of two things; the body’s digestive tract can not process the food, or the food produces an irritation like a rash to the body it ..read more

Are you experiencing small, grainy bumps that appear fleshlike on the skin? Are the bumps rough and hard? If you look closely, do the bumps have black pinpoints at the center? If your answer is yes to the above questions, you may have warts. A warts diagnosis might prompt cause for concern. However, many forms of warts are more common than one may think, especially among children and teenagers. Although warts may disappear on their own, it’s essential to understand what they are, the different types, how to spot symptoms and treatment options. What are Warts? At the surface, warts are small s ..read more

For most of us, our hair is our crown and glory. That’s why hair loss can be a sensitive subject for many. Each year, men and women are plagued with bald spots and receding hairlines. By the age of 50, at least 40% of women will be affected by hair loss, according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information. This number can nearly double for men. Some embrace their new looks, but others struggle to find a solution. Treating hair loss can be difficult, but it’s not impossible. As you age, your chances of developing hair loss increase year over year. The questions then become, “what ar ..read more

Cancer— it’s a word no one ever wants to hear or be associated with. Unfortunately, each year the United States averages over 5 million incidences of non-melanoma skin cancer (among more than 3 million Americans) and an additional 100,000 cases of melanoma. With the odds of developing skin cancer of some kind so high, it’s essential to know the steps you can take now to prevent, monitor, and address skin abnormalities whenever a risk arises. Read on to learn more about the three skin cancer types, as well as skin cancer symptoms and treatment options for each type. Basal Cell Carcinoma Basal ..read more

Skin care is essential for everyone, yes, even for —and especially for— men. For starters, men tend to sweat more, have more body hair and may spend less time, in general, prioritizing their skin health. These factors combine to show why skincare for men is essential. Read on to learn more about a few of the crucial skincare routine steps, as well as treatments that help men reach their full potential when it comes to great skin. Cleanse, But Don’t Overdo It Any good skin care regimen includes a step for cleansing your skin. But even if your daily work routine leaves you feeling grimy, the be ..read more

,What is Collagen? Collagen is a naturally occurring protein that contains essential amino acids that help maintain and repair tendons, bones and joints. Additionally, collagen plays a vital role in your skin's elasticity, strength, and structure. Collagen production starts to decline in your mid-20s to early 30s, making your skin more susceptible to wrinkles and sagging as you get older. While collagen loss is naturally inevitable, factors like smoking, drinking and UV exposure can speed up the process.  The good news is that many treatments and products are available today that seek to boos ..read more

Tackle Age-Related Skin Changes with These Skincare Tips for Each Decade It’s never too late to start working towards healthy, radiant skin, but the sooner you begin a regimen of skin damage prevention, the better! As we age, our skin loses some of its protective fat, becoming thinner and drier over time. This combination of normal skin changes with aging can make your skin appear less plump and smooth than when you were younger. Beyond the typical age-related skin changes, we also experience long-term exposure to various skin-damaging elements, including environmental factors like sunlight a ..read more

The new year is here, and our attention now turns to 2022 and all of the potential and promise it has in store. Now is the perfect time to start planning your resolutions so you will already be off to a great start before January is over. When it comes to your dermatologic health, one new year’s resolution we can stand behind is adopting a skin health diet in 2022. Did you know that the foods and drinks you put into your body play a direct role in your skin health? That’s right— nutrition and skin health go hand in hand. From healthy fats to powerhouse vitamins, there are plenty of naturally ..read more

Fall is in the air! With the change in seasons comes the need to update your daily skincare regimen as you shake off the summer grime and adjust to lower temperatures and humidity. Transitioning your skincare routine from summer to fall doesn’t have to be a complicated process. With a few minor tweaks, you’ll have your fall skincare routine ready for sweater season in no time. Find out which fall skincare treatments are right for you. 1. Denser Products When the humidity goes down, the need for a thicker skin moisturizer goes up! Save your skin from the cracking and chaffing that often accomp ..read more