Nutrition affects the skin and the way it ages. Vitamins, carotenoids, tocopherols, flavonoids and many other plant extracts have potent anti-oxidant properties and are being used as topically applied agents or oral supplements to maintain youthful skin appearance. Therefore, a supplement or topical antioxidant product can be beneficial to the skin. Other nutrients such as …Read More
Wish your skin looked younger with less noticeable lines, fewer brown marks and better texture? While there are genetic factors that cannot be controlled, the damaging effect of external factors such as ultraviolet light (UV) can be blunted by the right anti-aging care. Diet affects how you visibly age, because nutrients reach your skin from …Read More
Sunscreens remain the gold standard for photoprotection. Do you know which are safest, or ingredients to avoid? Sunscreens are rated according to their sun protection factor (SPF), mode of action (sunblocks vs. sunscreens), and absorption spectrum. Sunscreens primarily absorb the UV light whereas sunblocks, like Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide, reflect the UV light. A …Read More
Welcome to my blog! Within this regularly updated feature of my website, I will provide visitors with practice news and specials, as well as information regarding the most recent technological advances and new treatments in Dermatology. I believe that patient education and open communication with your doctor are the keys to achieving healthy, fully functional …Read More
