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NURTURING YOUNG SKIN: A DERMATOLOGIST’S GUIDE TO PRE-TEEN SKIN CARE

As children transition into their pre-teen (tween) years, they undergo numerous physical changes, including the onset of puberty. Establishing a healthy skin care routine early on can help pre-teens maintain clear, vibrant skin while instilling lifelong habits of self-care and hygiene. At Vitalogy Skincare,   our Dermatologists have some practical tips and advice to help parents […]

MOHS SURGERY – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Skin cancer is becoming more and more prevalent among Americans. According to the American Cancer Society, skin cancer is by far the most common type of cancer in the United States, accounting for approximately 5.4 million cases each year. The incidence of skin cancer has been on the rise for several decades, likely due to […]

IS A BASE TAN SAFE? FIND OUT WHY ALL TANNING IS A BIG NO-NO.

The Dangers of a Base Tan: A Dermatologist’s Perspective As dermatologists, we cannot stress enough the importance of protecting our skin from harmful UV rays. Whether from the sun or a tanning bed, tanning can have severe consequences for your skin’s health. In this blog post, we’ll be answering some commonly asked questions about tanning […]

SKIN CARE PRODUCTS GEARED TO HELP PREVENT SUN DAMAGE

Sun damage is a serious concern for many people, and for good reason. Exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays can cause a wide range of problems, from premature aging to skin cancer. Fortunately, a variety of skin care products can help protect your skin from the damaging effects of the sun. The most crucial […]

How to Keep your Skin Healthy During the Winter Months

Let’s be honest – our skin, hair, and nails are affected by lots of different things. These can include your genetic makeup, hormones, the type of products you use, and even the weather. As the weather in winter gets colder and dryer, many of us notice disconcerting changes. How do we proactively help our skin, […]

UNDERSTANDING SEBORRHEIC KERATOSIS

Tricia Winters, PA-C With all the information we have become familiar with on how to keep our skin healthy, some of us are vigilant about watching out for any changes that occur to our skin. Fortunately, some skin changes are worrying but not harmful. One of these is seborrheic keratosis. This may be a term […]

ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT MELASMA

Amara Sayed, D.O. If you have noticed some darkening patches or freckles on your face, or if all of a sudden it looks like you have a mustache on your upper lip, you may be looking at a skin condition called melasma. At Vitalogy Skincare, we aim to help our patients through these often puzzling […]

LIVING WITH VITILIGO

We can safely say that vitiligo is not a skin condition that most people would recognize based on its name. Most of us have not heard the term before unless we are living with the disorder or know someone who is. June 25th is World Vitiligo Day, and at Vitalogy Skincare, we would like to […]

SUN SAFETY TIPS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY – VACATION EDITION

Dr. Amara Sayed Vacation time for most of us is something to look forward to. A little planning ahead, especially with a family, makes things go a lot smoother and stress-free. Whether you are going on a trip to the beach, skiing in the mountains, or staying at a cabin by the lake, there is […]

XTRAC® Therapy: An Effective Treatment for Psoriasis, Vitiligo, and Eczema

If you speak with anyone who lives with any of the above conditions on a regular basis, you will quickly learn that the issue goes beyond having a condition that is often so clearly visible. While the goal of any treatment is to reduce symptoms, it is often a struggle to find something that works. […]