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West Dermatology Holiday Hydration Regime $299 ($342 value)
Perfect for those wanting to add hydration back into their skin. This holiday set has everything you need from a soothing cleanser, to hydrating serums, and a replenishing cream. Click here to shop now!
For: The Revitalized Skin Seeker
Pigment Correcting Bundle $98 ($148 value)
Gift both or get one and keep one (a little treat for yourself!). Revitalize sun-damaged skin by minimizing dark spots and reducing the look of fine lines with this pigment correcting serum & sunscreen. Click here to shop now!
For: The Healthier Complexion Chaser
Alastin Daily Beauty Regimen Set $124 ($155 value)
This holiday season, self-care is a must! Treat those you love with this complexion rejuvenator skincare regime. Receive a FREE cosmetic bag and travel size Nourishing Moisturizer with your purchase. Click here to shop now!
For: The Luscious Hair Hopeful
Nutrafol Women's Hair Growth Supplement 3-Month Supply
The holiday season can be stressful. Target root causes of thinning hair like stress, environment, and nutrition with medical-grade, natural ingredients that support your whole body health. Click here to shop now!
Perfect For: Anyone on Your List
SkinCeuticals Holiday Gift Sets $163 - $210 ($166 - $263 value)
With 5 limited-edition exclusive holiday gift sets to choose from, each one is sure to please depending on your needs! Each set tackles a different skincare concern and comes with a FREE premium cosmetic bag ($30 value). Click here to shop now!
Perfect For: Yourself or a Loved One
Give the Gift of a Skin Check
This year, you know the gift of radiant and healthy skin is at the top of our list (and don't forget...), that also includes getting an annual skin check too! Give yourself, or a loved one, the gift of a skin check so you can start the New Year off right. Healthy skin is always in so schedule your appointment today!
Have fun with your holiday shopping and, as always, if you have any questions about any of the above products or you would like to schedule an appointment with your dermatologist, call us today! Wishing you all love and happiness this holiday season!
]]>Does Everyone Need Sunscreen?
Yes, you need sun protection regardless of your Fitzpatrick skin type. Wear sunscreen with a high SPF if your skin is on the light side. You can get away with sunscreen with a lower SPF if your skin is on the darker side.
Book an Annual Exam
If your skin is on the light side (especially if you have red hair or freckles) you should see a dermatologist at one of our clinics for an annual skin check starting at about age 30. If your skin is tan to dark, see a dermatologist for a yearly exam starting at about age 40.
Ready to join the dozens of patients who know their skin type and use it to take care of their skin? Or, are you still not quite sure which category your skin fits int? Book your appointment with us and our dermatologists will help you figure out the answer.
This month, we’re taking our love for our derm-grade products to the next level by highlighting why we always steer our patients toward clinical-grade skincare brands. With products that are able to penetrate deep into the skin’s layers and produce quality results, we choose to have a wide variety of brands at hand to allow us to tailor our suggestions to each individual patients’ needs.
What Is Derm Grade?
Our derm-grade products (also called medical or clinical-grade) are proven effective. They’ve passed Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspection through controlled and double-blind trials. This means that the participants and researchers don’t know which product participants are getting until after the trial, so the results are less biased. It’s one of the gold standards in the scientific community for proving a product works.
Regular Products
Non-derm grade products sold in supermarkets, drug stores, and online are self-regulated by the cosmetic industry. This means they can make wild claims about how good they are with no evidence to back it up. Yikes.
Consumers Lose
It’s the consumers who lose when they are left experimenting with different products that may or may not work as advertised. Plus, it’s frustrating and expensive to buy a product for a specific condition and then have it not work.
The Advantage of Derm-Grade Skincare Brands
Derm-grade skincare can penetrate deeper layers of skin. So, when you buy, say, retinol that’s medical-grade, you know the collagen and elastin in your skin is being repaired at the deepest level possible with a topical product.
Are Derm-Grade Products More Expensive
Yes, and no. While you will pay more for the actual bottle of product, it’s less expensive than having a drawer full of products that you spent good money on but didn’t work for you. With derm-grade products, you know they work because they passed a thorough FDA inspection.
Derm-Grade Products Are a Better Value
At our clinic, we believe our derm-grade products offer our patients excellent value for many reasons, including that you don’t need to experiment with several different types of routines. Instead, you can save money with:
You Only Need a Few
Just a few of our key derm-grade products are plenty to keep your skin looking its best. We recommend you make sure your serums are derm-grade, especially Vitamin-C serum. If you want to treat a specific problem, like melasma spots, also make sure your products are derm-grade.
We hope you are as in love with our derm-grade skincare products as we are. Ask to see the products on hand at your next annual skin check.
February is the month to kiss lip damage goodbye and pucker up for your Valentine. There are a few things you can do right now to prepare your lips for that perfect smooch. And we’ve included some tips you'll want to keep in mind for a healthy pout all year round.
A Pretty Pout
Kissable lips come down to hydration, and that's hard to come by during the dry months of winter. There’s less moisture in the air now than during the summer months. Compensate for dryness by restoring your moisture balance—from the inside out.
Lip Tips
Drink lots of hydrating fluids every day, especially water. Also, foods high in water content like fruits and veggies are helpful. In addition, use a humidifier to add as much moisture as possible back into the air around you.
Chapstick and Lip Balm
Unlike the rest of your skin, your lips do not have oil glands so, it is up to you to keep them moisturized. Your lips suffer when their moisture barrier (the outer layer of skin) is compromised, which causes them to crack, and chap. Avoid this by wearing a moisturizing balm daily during the winter.
Ingredients to Look For
There are some great chapstick and balm options online and over the counter. Avoid drying ingredients like fragrance, salicylic acid, menthol, and camphor. You'll want to look for hydrating and protecting ingredients like:
Let's Talk SPF
Did you know that the risk of sunburn on your lips is higher than the rest of your skin? That's because it doesn't have the same top layer of protection called the stratum corneum that the rest of your skin has. This makes your lips softer than the surrounding skin (on the plus side). But it also makes them more susceptible to sun damage. That's why you need to wear lip balms and chapsticks with SPF.
If You Need Lip Repair
What should you do if your lips are damaged? We recommend SkinCeuticals Antioxidant Lip Repair restorative treatment if you need lip repair help. It's perfect for injured or aging lips because it helps attract and retain water. This product rejuvenates, reshapes, and replenishes your lip tissue.
There are things you can do right now to keep your lips moisturized, like getting lots of hydration and running a humidifier. Also, balms and chapsticks are a great way to add softness to your lips. Remember to choose those with SPF so your delicate lip skin will be protected from sun damage. If you have any questions about any of the above or you would like some additional skincare product recommendation, schedule a visit with one of our dermatology clinics today!
If you have any questions about moisturizing your skin or you still don't feel your best after following the steps above, just give us a call. Schedule an appointment today!
Happy Hydrating!
Self-tanners seem like a no-brainer, right? Ask your dermatologist about their recommended lotion and spray-on tanners today.
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