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Treating the Skin at Every Age

Though the visible signs of aging can manifest in many different ways, there are several distinct characteristics in our skin that can reveal our age. While youthful skin appears vibrant and smooth, with small pores and even tone, older skin is mottled, dry and wrinkly with visibly large pores...

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How the Environment Affects Our Skin

It’s often said that we are a product of our environment, and the same adage holds true for our skin. The skin never forgets—and each day, it encounters a host of extrinsic factors that contribute to its overall state of health and wellness...

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How to Achieve Brighter Skin

As a dermatologist who specializes in both cosmetic and general dermatology, I know that glowing, even-toned skin is a primary characteristic associated with youth and beauty. Unfortunately, overall dullness of the skin and irregular discoloration are two of the most common issues we all battle in the quest for brighter, more radiant skin...

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What’s New in Cosmetic Dermatology

The progression of medical advancements relies on ongoing scientific research. In the field of dermatology, science has come full circle, revisiting the study of basic anatomy and how the face ages. Observing what happens to fat, muscle and bone as the face ages over time allows physicians to treat the face globally, and this concept has spurred breakthroughs in the way we address the signs of aging...

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Win the War on Aging with Antioxidants

Antioxidants are your body’s go-to defenders in the fight against aging. They team up against disease and counteract the effects of free radicals while combating the aging process. Here’s why I’m their biggest fan...

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Transitioning Your Skin Care This Fall

During the transition from summer to fall, the chill in the air is often accompanied by noticeable changes in the skin, like dryness and dehydration—a far cry from the oily-skinned days of summer. The common denominator? Humidity—or lack thereof. During the summer months, humidity acts as a natural humectant that keeps the skin moist and supple. However, when faced with the onslaught of cold, dry air, the skin often reacts by becoming dry and tight. Indoor heaters also zap moisture from the air and can further exacerbate the problem...

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Vaniqa® (eflornithine HCI) Cream, 13.9%: Getting to the Root of Facial Hair Removal

Like wrinkles, blemishes or sunspots, unwanted facial hair is an aesthetic nuisance—one that millions of women take steps to correct each year. Enter Vaniqa: a clinically proven way to reduce unwanted hair growth on the face in women without downtime. Vaniqa is an FDA-approved, prescription-only facial cream that works within the hair’s follicle to reduce hair growth on the face for women...

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What They Don’t Teach You in Medical School

“Diseases don’t read the textbooks.” I’ve referenced this phrase repeatedly during my years of dermatological practice. Nothing ever looks like it does in school or on paper—and despite our comprehensive medical training, today’s dermatologists must keep pace with evolving technology and understand the need for a broad-spectrum view of skin care.

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Scarring After Surgery: Management and Treatment

The skin is amazingly self-sufficient. Though it requires lifelong care and protection, it has its own complex healing process to deal with trauma. Scar formation is a normal part of the skin’s natural healing after surgery, and with proper care and vigilance by both patient and doctor, this healing process can be monitored without damage to the skin.

My philosophy for scar management is three-fold: Use proper clinical…

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The Importance of Mole Checks

Panos Vasiloudes, MD, PhD, FAAP, FAAD; Dermatologist, Academic Alliance in Dermatology, Tampa, Fla.

Skin cancer affects over 2 million people each year, making it the most common form of cancer. Accordingly, every patient should make mole checks a priority at least once a year. A mole can be more than just an aesthetic nuisance: Though often benign in nature, moles are a very specific type of lesion that may require medical assessment.

The term “mole” is used generically to describe many types of spots on the skin—freckles, beauty marks,…

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