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We spend a lot of time telling you to run and hide from the sun's UV rays under generous layers of sunscreen... and we still do (to a point). However, we'd be wrong if we failed to point out that the sun does have SOME positive effects on the body. So here's a list of all the positive and negative effects the sun can have on you, and how to get the best out of your time spent soaking up some rays. The Positives Sunlight Lifts Your MoodSunlight increases seratonin production in the brain which is associated with an enhanced mood,...

What is Niacinamide? If you're into skincare, you've most likely heard of niacinamide, also known as a form of Vitamin B3. It's starting to pop up everywhere, with promises of smooth, calm, and happy skin...but what does this all mean? If you aren't aware of exactly what B3 can do for your skin, we've put together a list of its benefits and forms that can help you add it to your daily routine.   1. It helps with skin cancer prevention. Niacinamide isn't a free pass to toss out your sunscreen and stop worrying about skin cancer screenings, but it's...

People of all ages can suffer from acne. But what causes it, and what can you do to get rid of this annoying skin issue for good? When many of us think of acne, we imagine it to be a teenage hormonal issue, or worse, an indicator of poor hygiene. While it is true that hormones play a role in kids and young adults who are struggling to get their complexion under control, severe acne is neither a sign of poor hygiene nor exclusive to teenagers. In fact, we have even treated patients that were trying to fight wrinkles and acne at...

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...

No matter what you may hear about tanning, whether it's in the sun or in a tanning salon, this unhealthy practice is putting you at risk for a host of skin conditions that range from irritatingly benign premature aging to dangerously malignant skin cancers. Most of us are not strangers to the occasional tan or sunburn, particularly if you live in South Florida where we're based. From an early age we've heard misconceptions about tanning such as base tans being healthy for you, tanning beds referred to as the "safe sun", and waterproof sunscreens that allow us to swim all...