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Sunscreen in the Winter—Why You Still Need It

It’s no secret that regular use of sun protection not only exponentially decreases your risk for skin cancer, but will also keep your skin smoother, healthier and younger-looking over time. Yet one of the biggest misconceptions about sunscreen is that it isn’t necessary aside from, say, the beach or pool. When patients ask me whether they need to wear sunscreen during the winter, I always respond with an emphatic “yes.”

First, it’s important to understand the difference between UVA and UVB rays. UVA rays—the kind that penetrate the skin…

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Hot Holiday Procedures for Healthier Skin

Kevin L. Welch, MD; Dermatologist, Chairman Dermatology and Laser Center, Medical Center Clinic, Pensacola, FL

One of the most rewarding aspects of my job is the ability to make my patients look and feel better about themselves. And with the current advancements in cosmetic dermatology, I can deliver these positive results in less time. Especially during the busy and hectic holiday season, patients want treatments that deliver noticeable results with little downtime.

One of the most frequently requested procedures is the neurotoxin injection, otherwise known as…

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For the Love of Lasers

Richard Fitzpatrick, M.D.; Dermatologist, GBK Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, San Diego, California; Founder, SkinMedica

I met my first laser in 1962 as a freshman at Princeton University, and as soon as I started playing with the then-brand-new argon laser in physics class, I was instantly fascinated by the fact that you could concentrate a beam of energy so perfectly. Although no one had any idea how to use this innovation at the time, I immediately saw the…

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Holiday Must-Have: The Little Black Beauty Bag

To gift or to keep, the SkinMedica® 2011 Holiday Gift Set has your eyes and lips covered

The holiday season is upon us, and there’s no better gift than beauty… Everyone needs a fabulous accessory (or two!) while flitting from fete to fete, and sparkling eyes plus gorgeous lips are at the top of everyone’s list. That’s why SkinMedica’s 2011 Holiday Gift Set has everything you need to make the most of your eyes and lips—so you can…

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How realistic are our expectations?

The list of our expectations from skin care products and procedures is l-o-o-o-n-g.  We want wrinkles and brown spots to disappear, skin become tighter and firmer, dark circles and puffiness under the eyes – GONE! 

How reasonable are our expectations?  When I start patients on a new skin care regimen I want them to be excited about it, but at the same time, I educate patients about WHAT they should expect from their skin care regimen, and WHEN the result will become noticeable. Expecting perfection is not realistic, expecting improvement is. Just as the…

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Collagen: The Youth Protein

Think of collagen like a thick rope similar to those found on ships. The strands are tightly intertwined and strong, which helps it keep its form. Over time, the individual fibers begin to break, the rope frays and it begins to lose its strength. In our skin, collagen literally plays a supporting role, lending structure to the skin, and maintaining its smooth, line-free, youthful appearance.

A protein that occurs naturally in most animals, collagen is the primary connective tissue found in the skin, muscles and tendons—and makes up the framework for all soft tissues. But…

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Behind the Scenes at Fashion Week

SkinMedica® was on-hand at the VIP Styling Lounge to educate and provide treatments

New York’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is all about looking good, and skin is no exception. SkinMedica’s very own Senior Clinical Aesthetician Lora Colvan set up shop at the exclusive VIP Styling Lounge at Manhattan’s Empire Hotel, where she provided celebrities and the fashion world’s bold-faced names with skin care consultations and performed SkinMedica’s most popular treatments. So we had to…

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The Man Behind the Products

SkinMedica’s Vice President of Formulation Development and Founding Formulation Scientist, John Garruto, shares his skincare insights, favorites, and his most memorable moments

After 34 years in the business of beauty, it’s safe to say John Garruto knows a thing or two about skincare. As SkinMedica’s Vice President of Formulation Development, he’s played a pivotal role in the brand’s development—and the formulation of the line’s bestsellers. Here, Garruto gives us a glimpse at the man…

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The beauty of right now!

When it comes to beauty…let’s face it, patience is usually not on our side. We want to see the result quickly and most preferably, right away. Of course, we understand that it does take time for certain products and/or treatments to work, sometimes weeks or often months. But what about now? Does anything improve the skin instantly?

The answer is yes, there are treatments that can fulfill the request: “I want my skin to look good NOW!”   My personal favorite is

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The power of pairing procedures and skin care

If you’re thinking about a cosmetic procedure such as laser resurfacing or even surgery, those few hours you spend in the doctor’s office are just a small part of your journey to beautiful skin. The process of skin rejuvenation is a long one, and it starts with solid skin care. But proper skin care is not a single product—it’s a comprehensive regimen combined with healthy habits. When these align, it’s possible to reverse signs of aging, improve symptoms of sun damage and even prevent future skin damage from occurring. The ultimate goal is to find the right…

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