A question I get often is how to balance protecting yourself from the sun to decrease skin cancer risk and photo-aging with the concern for Vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D is also known as the “sun light vitamin” as it…
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How to balance protecting yourself from the sun to decrease skin cancer risk and photo-aging with the concern for Vitamin D deficiency.
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FAQ Friday! Q: How often should I have my #skin checked for skin cancer by a dermatologist?
FAQ Friday! Q: How often should I have my #skin checked for skin cancer by a dermatologist? A: How often you need to get screened varies from person to person. We usually recommend that adults have their full body checked…
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FAQ Friday! Q: I’m an adult, why do I still have acne?!
FAQ Friday! Q: I’m an adult, why do I still have acne?! A: Actually, 26% of women 31-40 have acne and 12% of women over 40 have acne! Adult female acne can be very frustrating but also very treatable. Hormonal…
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FAQ Friday! Q: What products should definitely be in my #skincare routine?
FAQ Friday! Q: What products should definitely be in my #skincare routine? A: Keep it simple! There are two must haves for everyone – sunscreen and Retin A. The sunscreen should be broad spectrum, SPF 30 or higher, and contain…
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FAQ Friday! Q: I’m going to be going away for Labor Day weekend and I am really scared about getting Lyme disease. How can I prevent getting bit by a tick?
FAQ Friday! Q: I’m going to be going away for Labor Day weekend and I am really scared about getting Lyme disease. How can I prevent getting bit by a tick? A: Lyme disease is one of several infections that…
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FAQ Friday! Q: I was bad with my skin protection and got a #sunburn. How do I treat it?
FAQ Friday! Q: I was bad with my skin protection and got a #sunburn. How do I treat it? A: First things first, hands off! Fight the temptation to scrub or pick at any peeling skin. After a cool shower,…
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In the US, someone is diagnosed with #melanoma every 8 minutes. But what does it actually look like?
In the US, someone is diagnosed with #melanoma every 8 minutes. But what does it actually look like? Check out some photos & learn about the ABCDEs of melanoma below. http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/skin-cancer/multimedia/melanoma/sls-20076095
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FAQ Friday! Q: What does #SPF really mean? Is SPF 100 really that much better than SPF 30?
FAQ Friday! Q: What does #SPF really mean? Is SPF 100 really that much better than SPF 30? A: SPF or sun protection factor describes the sunscreen’s ability to block ultraviolet B (UVB) rays which cause both sunburns and skin…
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We want to hear from you for FAQ Friday!
We want to hear from you for FAQ Friday! Message us a skincare question, and we might have Dr. Jaber himself answer it tomorrow. Ask away!
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Sunscreen recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics
Sunscreen recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Babies under 6 months: The two main recommendations from the AAP to prevent sunburn are to avoid sun exposure, and to dress infants in lightweight long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and brimmed…
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