Achieving healthy skin hinges on your skincare routine. Yet, navigating through a sea of promising products can be overwhelming. Adding to the complexity is knowing how and when to apply your skincare for optimal results. Here is a guide to streamline your skincare routine and kickstart your journey to healthy skin. Skin Care Step One: […]
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Our Guide to Skin Care During Spring Break Travel
As the winter frost melts away and the sun starts shining brighter, it’s time to welcome spring break with open arms. Whether you’re jetting off to a tropical paradise or embarking on a road trip adventure, one thing remains constant: taking care of your skin should always be a top priority. With the change in […]
Sweets and Your Skin
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and while we’re all gearing up to celebrate love and affection, it’s essential to be mindful of the sweet treats that often accompany this romantic occasion. It’s no myth that overindulging during holidays can accelerate the aging of our skin. Our skin is composed of collagen and elastin […]
Teenage Acne: What to Try at Home First
There’s no way around it—the teenage years can bring some additional difficulties. The stress and hormonal changes can bring some uncomfortable changes and a key example is teenage acne. Most of us experience our first pimples during puberty, and acne often continues through the teenage years. In fact, approximately 85% of teenagers will deal with […]
Super Spring Skin Care Tips
As winter comes to an end and spring sets in, the trees are shedding their coats of snow and green buds are blossoming – and the birds are returning in droves. People who love the outdoors are spending increasing amounts of time outside, now that the sun’s rays are stronger and it’s getting warmer. So, […]
Two Vanguard Skin Specialists Physicians Named 2018 Colorado Springs’ “Top Docs”
Each year, Colorado Springs Style magazine and El Paso Medical Society conduct a confidential, peer to peer survey asking local doctors who they would recommend to their family and friends should the need for a referral arise. The results of that survey are published in the September/October issue of Colorado Springs Style magazine in their […]
Preparing for Your First Visit to a Dermatologist
Seeing a dermatologist regularly is essential in the fight against skin cancer. Skin exposed to the sun is especially susceptible to cancer growth. However, there are areas on your body that aren’t exposed to the sun, and yet skin cancer can appear there, too. A dermatologist will examine your body for signs of sun damage […]