Atlanta summers mean more sun exposure, more time outdoors, and more reasons to schedule a professional skin cancer screening. By Dr. Elise P. Barnett, MD, FAAD Board-Certified Dermatologist · Atlanta Skin Wellness Center ★ Castle Connolly Top Doctor — 3rd Consecutive Year If you read last month's post on hyperpigmentation, you already know the theme: Atlanta's UV index runs high...
Atlanta's summer sun is one of the leading causes of hyperpigmentation — Dr. Barnett shares what actually works. By Dr. Elise P. Barnett, MD, FAAD Board-Certified Dermatologist · Atlanta Skin Wellness Center ★ Castle Connolly Top Doctor — 3rd Consecutive Year If you live in Atlanta or anywhere in Georgia, you already know: the sun here is relentless. From April...
As far as skin care is concerned, a lot of emphasis is put on taking care of your face. But what can we do to preserve and protect the skin on our bodies? Just like the visage, the body shows signs of sun damage and aging,as well as your skin care practices. “Nothing is a bigger tell than a smooth,...
Walk down the skincare aisle or scroll through social media, and you’ll find collagen supplements everywhere promising smoother skin, fewer wrinkles, and that healthy “glow from within.” But do they actually work, or are they just the latest beauty trend with clever marketing? A recent scientific study by researchers Seung-Kwon Myung and Yunseo Park took a closer look at this...
October is Eczema Awareness Month, and we’d like to discuss the basics of eczema and share top tips to help restore your skin. Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is one of the most common skin conditions worldwide, affecting over 31 million people in the U.S. alone. It can be uncomfortable, frustrating, and even painful. While living with eczema requires...
Back to school skincare: Clear, Confident, and Ready to Glow As the school year kicks off, it’s the perfect time to refresh more than just your wardrobe and school supplies! Between summer sun, late nights, and upcoming classroom stress, many teens and young adults find their skin acting up right in time for the first day of school. Here’s how...
