As people age, it’s natural to experience thinner, drier skin and an increase in wrinkles and other signs of aging. However, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), sometimes one’s environment and lifestyle choices can cause the skin to age prematurely. Although there is no way to prevent your skin from aging, AAD dermatologists… Continue reading How to Prevent Premature Skin Aging
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Skin Care Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive
Caring for the health of your skin doesn’t have to break the bank, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). “It’s important to realize that products don’t need to be expensive to be effective,” said board-certified dermatologist Sheila Zahra Farhang, MD, FAAD. “A simple, three-step approach that includes cleansing, moisturizing, and protecting your skin… Continue reading Skin Care Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive
The Nine Best Dry-Skin Solutions
According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), following the same skin care routine year round may not work so well when the humidity drops, as it does in winter. Without a change in your skin care, dry air can make fine lines and wrinkles more noticeable. It can also itch, flake, crack, and even… Continue reading The Nine Best Dry-Skin Solutions
The Truth About “Alphabet Skin Creams”
Editor’s note: Feel like you’ve been hearing a series of letters rather than actual descriptors attached to the newest skincare products? You’re not crazy: You’ve just been caught up in the swarm of “alphabet creams.” BB, CC, and now DD creams first gained popularity in Korea, and have made similar waves stateside. But what do… Continue reading The Truth About “Alphabet Skin Creams”
Smart Strategies for Diabetic Foot Care
Along with monitoring blood sugar levels, one of the most important things diabetics can do is care for their feet. Diabetes can lead to a loss of feeling in your feet; as a result, you could be injured (a cut, a blister) and not know it. And because diabetes can also lower the blood flow… Continue reading Smart Strategies for Diabetic Foot Care