Answers to questions about teenager's skin care.
Melasma impacts around 5 million individuals in the U.S., as per the National Center for Biotechnology Information. Brian Nailling, PA-C, DMSc, at Vitalogy Skincare, answered the top melasma questions, including its nature, symptoms, and available treatments. Q: What is melasma? Melasma is darkening of the skin resulting from overactive pigment producing cells. These cells, called melanocytes, produce […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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. […]