Feeling that warm sun on your face in summer; nothing quite beats it. However, too much sun comes at a cost. Knowing the right balance is key, as is knowing how to best protect yourself. In addition to increased wrinkles and sunspots, too much sun can put you at a higher risk for skin cancer…. Read more »
Scars are a natural part of the healing process and are bound to happen more than a few times throughout life. Our bodies put this particular defense mechanism in motion in order to protect and heal itself from wounds. Collagen in our skin will generate new skin cells to protect an opening in the layers… Read more »
Now that summer is here, we can all rejoice with the warm weather and feel good about that sun hitting our skin. However, the proper protection must be taken to ensure smooth, healthy skin all summer long. Here are some things you should do to keep your skin glowing throughout the season. Stay out of… Read more »
Summer is what we look forward to all year, but before you enjoy that sun, consider how to properly protect your skin from harmful UV rays. From covering to moisturizing, there are many ways you can shield your skin. It just takes a little forethought before hitting the beach or your neighbor’s cookout. The statistics… Read more »
Scars wear like a badge of honor for some people, but most of us view them as something to hide. Often times, scars represent an imperfection of sorts, giving us pause when they are left uncovered. Scarring goes beyond the physical, often spilling over into the emotional, causing people long-lasting self-image issues and lowered self-confidence…. Read more »
Scars are a natural part of the healing process – a defense mechanism set in motion by your body to protect itself from wounds. Essentially, natural collagen generates new skin; however, that new skin is often a different color and texture – usually starting off red or pink and fading to white over the years…. Read more »
Planning a surgery is always harrowing. Your very life is at stake, of course. But there may be other consequences of surgery that concern you as well, such as scarring. From total knee replacements to c-sections, scars are an inevitable by-product of surgery. While many surgeries these days involve less invasive techniques such as laparoscopic… Read more »
Facial scars are more common than you may think. They come about in a variety of ways, such as accidents, injuries, acne, piercings, etc. Did you know you can even get permanent scars from scratching at chicken pox as a child? While common, facial scars are more difficult to cover up than scars elsewhere on… Read more »
As we get older, our skin starts to show it. Some of the things that cause our skin to age are out of our control, however other things can be influenced to help slow the process. While we can’t control the natural aging process that causes lines and sagging, we can control some of the… Read more »
Living with scars probably isn’t your ideal scenario. Aside from creating a wild and out there story about your shark attack that left you with a cool memento, there are ways you can reduce the appearance of your scars and feel more confident in your complexion. While scars can fade and become less prominent, they… Read more »
