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MICRONEEDLING WITH PRP: THE BENEFITS, PROCESS, AND AFTER CARE

One of the most popular cosmetic treatments is Microneedling. It is a versatile treatment that can be used for the treatment of several skin conditions. Microneedling uses the body’s healing process to help improve the overall look of your skin, it is safe for all skin types, helpful in introducing healing serums into your skin, […]

ADULT AND TEEN ACNE: THE DIFFERENCES AND TREATMENT OPTIONS

When we think about the experiences we may have with acne breakouts, for some of us the phrase “bane of my existence” might be an effective way to describe the way we feel about it. Acne is a skin condition that can affect anybody at any age. In fact, the American Academy of Dermatology will […]

A Skin Cancer Q&A with Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Smetanick

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time to elevate attention about America’s most common cancer. Matthew Smetanick, D.O., sits down with us to talk about the cancer that will affect one in five Americans by the age of 70. Q: What is skin cancer?   A:  Skin cancer is an abnormal growth of cells from the […]

Maskne Madness and How to Calm It

Is wearing a mask every day – ALL day – causing you to break out? For many in the medical field wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), is part of the job. With the COVID-19 pandemic, wearing a face mask became commonplace for the rest of us. As a result, many of us are now suffering […]

Marionette Lines – What are They and How Do I Treat Them?

marionette linesMarionette lines are commonly called “laugh lines” or “smile lines” and are a natural sign of aging that appear downwards around the mouth and chin. They can make you look like you have a frown on your face. These lines form as facial volume minimizes with age and deeper creases form below the mouth.

Nail Fungus Prevention and Treatment

nail fungus treatmentNail fungus can be an annoying and unappealing issue. Learn more about fingernail and toenail fungus prevention and treatment from Vitalogy Skincare.

Something You Do Every Day May Be Putting You at Risk for Skin Cancer

skin cancer on left armThe increasing time Americans spend in their cars can negatively impact your skin, increase sun exposure, and potentially increased instances of skin cancer. Learn how from a firsthand story from one of our Vitalogy Skincare team members.

Skin Tag Removal

skin tag removal dermatologistSkin tags aren’t a medical emergency, but they are often annoying and can get caught on things so you probably want to get them removed. Here’s some information on what they are, what causes them, where they commonly occur, and how to remove them. A skin tag is a small skin growth that is usually painless and harmless. It usually consists of hanging skin that may have a stalk. Skin tags are also known by other names such as acrochordon, cutaneous pap, illoma, cutaneous tag, fibroepithelial polyp, and more.