Medical Review By: Beth Mitchell, PA-C If your skin is oily and you’re constantly fighting shine, it can be tempting to go to extremes to get oiliness under control. Maybe you buy the most drying face wash you can find, or you’ve convinced yourself that you should never use moisturizer, regardless of how light it
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How to Get Rid of Spider Veins on the Face
Medical Review By: Hector Valle, PA-C When you think of spider veins, you probably picture skinny, red or bluish-purple squiggles on the legs. But tiny red spider veins can also appear on the face. Unlike leg veins, they can’t be covered up with clothing — but they can be treated, typically without surgery. “Spider veins
[Read More]Does stress cause acne?
Medical Review By: Dr. John Minni Pimples have a way of showing up at the worst possible time. Days or hours before a wedding, a reunion, a hot date, or a big presentation at work, a big fat blemish (or two, or three) appears, giving you yet another reason to feel stressed. But does stress
[Read More]5 Myths About Skin Aging and Wrinkles
Medical Review By: Camila Yepes, PA-C No one wants to look older than they are. But with so many myths about wrinkles, it can be hard to know what’s true or how to keep your skin looking as smooth and youthful as possible. Camila Yepes, PA-C, a board-certified physician assistant at Water’s Edge Dermatology, debunks
[Read More]Teen Acne Isn’t Just a Cosmetic Problem
Medical Review By: John Minni, DO If you’ve ever had acne, you know how frustrating it can be. But for some people, it’s more than frustrating. “Many people think that acne is just a cosmetic issue, but the condition can lead to depression and anxiety, and teenagers are particularly vulnerable,” said John Minni, DO, a
[Read More]When to Worry About a Spider Bite
Medical Review By: Thomas Pham, MD Spider bites are more common than you might think. Garden spiders that get trapped in clothing or under hair may bite two or three times before you flick them off or crush them by scratching. Dermatologists sometimes call these bites “breakfast, lunch, and dinner.” Fortunately, when it comes to
[Read More]Are Cold Sores Contagious? Here’s What to Know
Medical Review By: Camila Yepes, PA-C Cold sores, aka fever blisters, are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) — not by colds or fevers. But like colds, they are very contagious. You can spread HSV at any point from the first warning tingle up until the cold sore scab has completely disappeared. It’s even
[Read More]Sunscreen Facts for Smarter Sun Safety
Medical Review By: Evelina Ingersoll, APRN Most of us know enough to pack sunscreen before hitting the beach, spending the day at the lake or pool or working outdoors. But which sunscreen should you choose? How should you apply it and how much should you apply? And does it expire? Read on for answers to
[Read More]Why EltaMD Sunscreen Is One of the Best Sunscreens for Your Face
Medical Review By: Evelina Ingersoll, APRN You may have a go-to brand of sunscreen you buy year after year, or perhaps you choose whatever is most affordable at the drugstore. But have you ever wondered if the sunscreen you use is the best one for your skin — or your health? News that the FDA
[Read More]Mineral vs. Chemical Sunscreen: Which Is Best?
Medical Review By: Evelina Ingersoll, APRN You’ve probably heard that when it comes to buying sunscreen, you should choose one that provides broad-spectrum protection (to guard against both UVA and UVB rays) and has SPF 30 or more. But when it comes to mineral vs. chemical sunscreen, which is the smarter option? Many or
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