We all want clear skin with an even skin tone, but sometimes melasma spots can show up on our face and derail our skin goals. We’re here to tell you that with a little bit of know-how, you can manage your melasma and get your skin care goals back on track. What is Melasma? Melasma… read more
Name your skin imperfection and chances are VBeam can improve it. A birthmark? Redness? Rosacea? None of these is a match for VBeam’s pulse dye laser’s ability to even out skin complexions. What is VBeam? VBeam zaps bursts of light at the skin so imperfections like visible blood vessels and capillaries are heated evenly in… read more
Lipoma on the back of the neck, lipoma on the chest, and scalp lipoma are conditions that millions of people live with worldwide. In fact, about 1 out of every 1000 people will end up with a lipoma bump sometime in their life. What is Lipoma? Lipoma is a benign fatty lump under the skin…. read more
What is a CO2 Laser? A CO2 laser is a skin resurfacing treatment that zaps beams of light at your skin to injure it—and eventually—improve its appearance. What Makes The CO2 Laser So Special? The Co2 (carbon dioxide) laser is one of the most powerful lasers available for skin resurfacing. It’s an ablative laser, which… read more
We’re big fans of dermatologists here at the Skin and Cancer Institute for all the helpful things they do for their patients. From A-Z (acne to zits) to everything in between, a dermatologist keeps their patient’s largest organ—their skin—healthy. What’s a Dermatologist? A dermatologist is a medical doctor who’s specially trained to care for your… read more
Skin tags are benign cutaneous growths (acrochordons) that develop in areas of friction like the neck, axillae, and body folds. They’re associated with genetic predisposition, hormonal changes, and insulin resistance. While medical removal options include cryotherapy, electrodesiccation, and excision, over-the-counter solutions exist with varying efficacy. We recommend professional evaluation for tags that change in appearance,… read more
Molluscum Contagiosum is a viral skin infection. It causes bumps to form that are round, firm, and painless. These bumps can be as small as a pinhead when they start or as large as a pencil eraser as they grow over several weeks. They have a pit or dimple in the middle and are smooth… read more
Take microneedling and add platelet-rich plasma, and you have a winning combination for healing. The two treatments work synergistically to improve your skin. First, microneedling injures your skin. Then platelet-rich plasma heals it. Confused about why you would damage your skin to improve it? Read on for the whole story. What Does Microneedling Do? Microneedling… read more
Imagine the convenience of having your prescription in hand as soon as you finish your dermatology appointment. And envision how supported you’ll feel by a physician owned dispensary technician who understands your dermatology prescription and can advocate for you with insurance. Just think how much money and time you’ll save. This convenience is now yours…. read more
One of the most potent skin vitamins you’ve probably never heard of is called niacinamide. It’s a form of vitamin B-3 that’s loaded with benefits for your skin. It can make your skin stronger and look better. Plus, it can treat various skin conditions, including acne and hyperpigmentation. But these are just two out of… read more
CoolSculpting can permanently eliminate up to 25% of fat cells in targeted areas like abdomen, flanks, and thighs through controlled cooling without surgery or downtime. It won’t help with significant weight loss, visceral fat, or loose skin, and results appear gradually over 2-3 months. Ideal candidates are near their target weight with stubborn fat deposits… read more
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