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, […]
skincare
Loving The Skin You Are In…Redness And All
Everyone has days when we look in the mirror and see things that make it harder to appreciate our skin. One of the more unique skin concerns for the estimated 16 million plus people that have rosacea, is the emotional and physical impact that comes with dealing with chronic redness. Rosacea has been noted throughout […]
How to Do a Skin Exam for Your Valentine
More than three million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer each year – it’s the most common form of cancer in this country. Wearing sunscreen every day is one important step you can take to protect your skin from the dangers of the sun’s harsh rays. Another important step is to conduct regular self-exams of […]
Sun Protection at High Altitude
Did you know that you need to be even more careful protecting yourself from the sun when you’re at a high altitude? UV exposure at high elevations is significantly greater than at sea level. In fact, there is a 6 to 10 percent increase in UV exposure for every thousand feet of elevation. For example, […]
Look Younger Without Surgery: Micro-Treatments
One of our patients sent us a link to a Vogue article, where writer Jancee Dunn shared: “We are always the same age inside.” Of all Gertrude Stein’s quotable remarks, this one resonates with me the most. My interior age has, for longer than I can remember, hovered around 30. On the outside, however, I […]
