Blog — Skincare Tips

Get expert tips on the best at-home skincare practices and products that will keep your skin healthy, supple, and youthful between appointments with your dermatologist.  Ever wondered what dermatologists do at home in their personal skincare routine? For many of us, our skincare routine is trial and error and as we age our routine changes, too. Dermatologists have the advantage of knowing what works best for all skin types at all ages, and now we would like to pass our wisdom on to you.  Layer on the Defense We frequently discuss the importance of sunscreen as a preventative measure against damaging UV rays and skin cancer, but sunscreen...

Many of us understand the benefits of a healthy skincare routine. A proper cleansing, protective, and moisturizing routine will help keep your skin clear and youthful. And as you age, getting regular laser and facial treatments and regular skin checks will help prolong that fresh, youthful appearance. But sometimes even the most consistent routine can be sabotaged by these simple, yet undermining, bad beauty habits.    PICKING AT DRY SKIN & BLEMISHESYes, it's tempting, but it's terrible for your skin in numerous ways. Picking at dry skin denies your skin of the time it takes to complete its natural healing process and...

Whether you have far too many skincare products cluttering up your cabinet at home, or too few with no idea on what you need, here is a list of the five products every gal should have to make sure you are taking care of your skin adequately and treating it well.  A Cleanser That Works For Your Skin TypeThis is critical because, as you know, not all cleansers (or faces) are created equal and it is essential that you are cleansing in a way that doesn't exacerbate the signs of aging, irritate your skin, or lead to clogged pores. Here are our...

Worried about looking older than you are? Stop making these faces. Whether you are willing to accept it or not, you are going to age. Fine lines, wrinkles, age spots, sagging...it's all a part of life. But despite its inevitability, there's no need for you to hit the fast forward button on these signs of aging. However, you may be doing just that every time you pucker up, squint, or otherwise contort your face into your go-to selfie pose. Below are the biggest aging culprits when it comes to our selfie habits. The Duck FaceThe duck face was once heralded as the ultimate...

Get the most out of your skincare routine at home with these simple strategies for healthy and happy skin.  We all know that regular visits to your dermatologist and a solid skincare routine at home are fundamental to maintaining youthful, fresh, and healthy skin. However, you may still notice skin issues popping up as a result of environmental, diet, and lifestyle factors. If you have a strong skincare regimen and still struggle with breakouts, dry skin, premature aging, or other issues, try our suggestions below for simple ways to treat your skin at home. Extreme hot water can strip your skin of...