There are two things you should remember about acne. One is that it is nearly always a temporary condition. The other is that since its blemishes are caused by an increased oiliness of the skin, the methods that work the best in keeping acne to a minimum, until it…

Contrary to popular belief a photofacial treatment is not the same as a laser face treatment. A photofacial treatment is more effective than a laser treatment because it has the ability to get deeper into the skin where it can help to treat pigmentation problems and dilated vessels. The…

A rehashed story gets legs again. I remember years ago when I took Accutane, actually I took it twice, I did have some of the side effects of depression. As most people that take Accutane are teenagers with hormonal issues already this can be expected. The thing that is…

Collagen and Elastin fibers are the structural support that the skin needs to remain youthful. Collagen production is stimulated by the hormone estrogen and this is necessary for the skin to remain firm and wrinkle free. The problem with menopause is that this production of estrogen begins to wane…

Acne is the medical term for common acne. Acne is widespread among teenagers, although a smaller percentage of adults in their 30′s and 40′s still get acne. Common acne is characterized by the presence of one or all of the following: whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustule or pimples that are…

There are numerous safe and effective treatments for acne. Over the counter medications do a good job of treating mild forms. Prescription medications and advanced treatments can cure almost all acne within a few months. But in the meantime, and afterward, it can help to hide it as well…

There are dozens of prescription medications to treat moderate to severe acne. Some are topical (applied to the skin surface), others are taken as pills or injections. All require at least one visit to a professional dermatologist or physician. Fortunately, the majority fall into a few simple classes with…

Just as the sun can play havoc on your skin over the summer months, winter is also a time when additional care is needed to protect your skin from the extremes of the weather conditions that it will be exposed to. Often during the winter we are inside in…

Some acne cases require more advanced treatment methods. In some individuals, the motivation isn’t just the severity of the acne as much as the desire to avoid side effects from medication. Whatever the motive, advanced acne treatments offer an alternative that is attractive to many. Among the most popular…

Dry skin reacts somewhat differently to normal skin when exposed to the sun. It tends to burn more easily and when it does burn it also tends to peel. This will cause the skin to become itchy and this can also be a problem in colder weather too when…