Spironolactone for Acne: Is It Really Worth Your Time?

Adolescent and adult acne is both frustrating–and troublesome to treat at times. Without consultation with a board-certified dermatologist, it may be unclear what triggered the flare-ups in the first place. What is known is that many young women, especially in their late teens/early twenties experience sudden hormonal acne outbursts, usually present as painful cystic acne on the lower …

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Chapped + Wrinkled Lips? Why Lip Balm Isn’t Cutting It

Lucky for sunny South Florida winters, our climate is warm and bright all-year-long. However, despite one of the most significant chapped-lip triggers aside, dry and wrinkled lips cause many men and women issues throughout every season. Regardless of age, size of lips, and the quality of your lip products, there is a deeper underlying reason …

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Boosting Collagen Naturally: Anti-Aging Through the Winter Months

The winter months are not the friendliest of months for those who have mature or dehydrated skin types. Harsh climates, dry air, and frigid temperatures may make it seem as though your skin lacks the radiance and “life” it has in summer months, but this doesn’t necessarily have to be the case for all. Our Board-Certified Dermatologists …

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5 Reasons Your Child Should Visit a Dermatologist

Dermatology appointments made for youth are not nearly as common as they are amongst adults or older generations. There are various concerns and reasons as to why you should seek a dermatologist (as opposed to scheduling an appointment with your pediatrician). Below, we’ve outlined a few, which stretch beyond the common concern for teenage acne and puberty-related breakouts. …

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5 Professional Treatments to Fade Acne Scars

Acne scars come in a variety of shapes and sizes. These scars will often appear as dark purple/brown patches or a pitted depression on the surface of the skin. These scars may become a severe detriment to one’s confidence and self-esteem. It is also important to note that acne scars have less chance of fading naturally …

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Is Your Vitamin C Serum Truly Effective?

Nowadays, nobody is really a stranger to the magic of Vitamin C. From brightening brown spots to fading acne scars and even aiding collagen synthesis for smoothing wrinkles, Vitamin C has earned the title as King of all skincare ingredients. If you’ve ever had a strange experience with Vitamin C, you’re not alone. Naturally, Vitamin C is a highly unstable …

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The Truth on Dermaplaning: 5 Misconceptions About the ‘Cutting-Edge’ Treatment

Dermaplaning facials have gained incredible popularity in the past few years. We’re not surprised! This truly-transformational treatment requires little/no down-time and may be performed on patients of all ages and skin types. Dermaplaning is an exfoliation service using a medical-grade scalpel to gently remove the top layer of dull, dead skin cells and vellus hair, revealing …

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The Maskne Epidemic: What’s Really Causing the Acne Around Your Mouth?

Wearing a mask has become a temporary component of our societal norm. Although masks are vital for preventing the spread of COVID-19, they’re not always friendly for our complexion. But chances are, your pimples are popping (up) around your pout for more reasons than constant mask wear. What Causes Acne Around My Mouth? Your skin …

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The Anti-Acne Diet – What the Latest Research Shows

Many myths and have surfaced throughout the years when it comes to eating for clear skin. “You must avoid fatty foods.” “No dairy. No exceptions.” “Steer clear of sugar.” However, there has been an ongoing debate as these beliefs surface in the medical world. And while it’s true that some claims are simply fads, recent …

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Rough, Dry Skin? How to Care for Over Washed Hands

Frequent hand washing is a protective action we all must take to flatten the curve of COVID-19. And while it is undoubtedly essential as part of daily hygiene, constant hand washing can quickly lead to cracked, rough, and sore hands. On the bright side, protective measures can be taken to help protect your hands from …

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