As the seasons change so do the needs of our skin. Due to the dry winter elements our skin has a tendency to become dry, flaky, irritated and even cracked around this time of year. Simply making a few changes in your skin care routine will help you keep your skin smooth, soft and supple. Here's 12 tips to keep you soft.
How many of you know someone who always has a tan even in the middle of winter? Maybe you are that person who often frequents the tanning salon. Well, the other day Dr. Spearman ran into one of her friends from high school. Her friend was the one who always had a “healthy glow” thanks to her almost year-round tanning. Now, years later, one of the first things Dr. Spearman's friend jokingly asked when she realized her high school buddy had become a dermatologist was “do you think I will get skin cancer?” Dr. Spearman told her the truth citing a recent study issued by International Agency for Research on Cancer. You will want to print article this out and give it to your family members and friends who use tanning salons.
Some of Expert Dermatologist Dr. Felderman's Articles
Our dermatology expert, Dr. Lenora Felderman, unravels the mysteries of some perplexing skin problems - what are those little red dots on my skin anyway?
Dr. Spearman gives you practical advice on how to treat stretch marks. Stretch marks are quite difficult to treat and in fact, complete resolution is often unattainable. However, there are options to improve the appearance. And, you can start when you are pregnant.
When is the last time you changed your facial products? What you need in your 30s won't work for you in your 40s and 50s. Dr. Spearman discusses the changes in your skin as you age and recommends products for each phase.
While the chances of developing an infection at a nail salon is relatively low, it only takes one infection to make you regret your decision to get a pedicure. Common risks include contracting warts, bacterial infections of the skin (including antibiotic resistant staph infections), and fungal infections of the skin and nails. Not a pretty sight. This article gives you the information you need to evaluate a salon.
Dr. Spearman's Articles
Dr. Dara Spearman, dermatologist, articles about your skin and what you can do to keep it healthy.
Have you noticed clumps of hair in your shower drain, brush, or on the bathroom floor? If so, you are not alone, many women suffer from alopecia, or hair loss. This problem is not only physically disturbing but can also cause significant emotional distress. Dr. Spearman talks about what you should do.
Dr. Felderman Answers Questions
Dermatologist Dr. Lenora Felderman answers your questions about stuff we think about but don't like to talk about — deodorants, keratosis and more. Send your questions to Lenora@smartnow.com.
A diagnosis of diabetes can have a profound impact on your life and how you live it. Women who are diagnosed with disease may have to take medications by mouth or even by injection. Side effects of this disease are fairly well known, except for the disease's affect on your skin. Dr. Spearman discusses the impact on diabetes on your skin and how to care for your skin.
Vitiligo, or depigmented patches of skin,is a disease that can have a big impact on psychological well being. For women of color this is especially true because of the sharp contrast of the depigmented skin and their natural, darkly pigmented skin. Dr. Dara Spearmans explains the number of treatments and cosmetics solutions available.
Have you noticed clumps of hair in your shower drain, brush, or on the bathroom floor? If so, you are not alone, many women suffer from alopecia, or hair loss. This problem is not only physically disturbing but can also cause significant emotional distress. Dr. Spearman talks about what you should do.
Many of us are familiar with the “mask of pregnancy” or melasma. Melasma is an acquired hypermelanosis of sun-exposed areas, which means there is extra melanin in the skin in these areas. Melanin is a pigment your body produces, which determines the color of your skin, hair and eyes. When there is too much melanin, your skin may have tan, brown or even black patches. Dr. Spearman talks about what you can do about this.
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