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Coffee and Flying

Two things that don’t mix well are flying and coffee, especially for your skin. Coffee suppresses antidiuretic hormone (ADH) so you are losing water while the extreme dryness of the air onboard makes a perfect storm. Dehydrated skin accentuates fine lines and looks dull. We recommend a 16oz water bottle for every 2 hours of […]

  • Posted on: May 21 2022
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ITCHY SCALP?

Itchy scalp can have numerous causes including allergic reactions to hair dye or shampoo but the most common cause is seborrheic dermatitis also known as dandruff. Seborrheic dermatitis is seen as thick greasy flakes of skin on the scalp. Seborrheic dermatitis is caused by an over reaction of the body to normal yeast that live […]

  • Posted on: Mar 3 2022
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Saggy Skin?

  Saggy skin is caused by aging. Firm skin can stretch and snap back into place. Dermatologist think of intrinsic aging which happens to everyone which means a gradual fraying of the collagen and elastic fibers that hold our skin in place. This leads to redundant skin loose eyelid and neck skin and jowls. There […]

  • Posted on: Feb 13 2022
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Dry Skin Care Tips in the Winter

This Winter in New York City has turned cold leading the dermatology visits for dry skin.  Below we cover some tips. We start out by defining terms used to describe a moisturizer and give product recommendations.    What are the differences between Moisturizer, lotion and cream?  Lotion and creams are both Moisturizers.  The meaning of […]

  • Posted on: Jan 11 2022
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Winter Acne

Winter acne has a variety of causes but most likely to decreased ultraviolet (UV) light exposure which helps keeps facial bacteria in check. When your skin gets dry in the winter from forced heat, wind and low temperatures, your body responds by making more oil (sebum) plus with less natural oils on the face, more […]

  • Posted on: Jan 4 2022
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USA Today

Gwyneth Paltrow is taking some heat for the way she applied SPF in a recent video. On Tuesday, Paltrow gave fans a look at her “guide to everyday skin care and wellness” in a video for Vogue. The actress and businesswoman, 48, said she doesn’t slather on her sunscreen, but instead likes to put some […]

  • Posted on: Apr 6 2021
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How Skincare Can Transform Your Mental Health

How Skincare Can Transform Your Mental Health Living in New York City is a dream for many people, but New Yorkers know how tough it is to survive in such a big city. Having to deal with the hustle and bustle of such a lively metropolis on a regular basis can have adverse impacts on […]

  • Posted on: Aug 1 2020
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Poison Ivy Hits New York and New Jersey. What to Know

Poison Ivy It’s the time of year that we start spending more time outdoors on hikes, biking, jogging or just clearing out the vines and weeds in the back yard. Poison ivy is a perennial scourge of the outdoorsman and natively found in North America. Poison Ivy (toxicodendron radicans) has close cousins poison sumac which […]

  • Posted on: Jul 13 2020
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UV Rays | new york, ny

This Year, Add “Sunscreen” to Your New Year’s Resolution

It’s January, which means it’s the start of a brand new year. And what better way to start the year fresh than with a simple resolution that hardly takes any effort. As you’re creating your New Year’s Resolutions, don’t forget to add sunscreen to your daily skincare routine. The reasons are plentiful, but the most […]

  • Posted on: Jan 15 2020
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Medical Botox for Hyperhidrosis NYC

Still Sweating it in the Winter? Botox Could Help

If you notice yourself sweating a lot more than other people, even in the colder months, it’s possible you may have a condition called hyperhidrosis. Hyperhidrosis is the term for excessive sweating. Excessive sweating can take place in many parts of the body including the palms, underarms, feet, and more. There are a variety of […]

  • Posted on: Dec 15 2019
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