Sweating can be a source of embarrassment and discomfort, especially when it happens at inconvenient times. While antiperspirants can provide temporary relief, they may not be effective for everyone, and their chemical composition raises concerns for some individuals....
Light is essential to plants and animals. Photo receptor cells in our retinas interact with incoming light to produce vision. Ultraviolet B light from the sun strikes our skin and causes 7-dehydrocholesterol to be converted to Vitamin D3. Plants use light energy from...
Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition that is said to be triggered by various factors, such as genetics, sun exposure, alcohol, spicy food, and stress. Although it is not life-threatening, it can be very annoying and can have negative effects on a person's...
Skin tags are small, fleshy growths that can pop up anywhere on the body. While they are mostly harmless, they can be a source of discomfort or embarrassment, particularly if they are in a visible area. In this blog post, we’ll explore the causes of skin tags and...
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time to increase public knowledge about the dangers of UV radiation and the importance of protecting our skin from the sun's harmful rays. One of the best ways to prevent skin cancers and to protect your skin from sun damage that...
Acne is a skin condition that causes the development of whiteheads, blackheads, or pimples on the skin’s surface. Our skin has very tiny holes called pores and when these pores are blocked by oil (sebum), dirt, dead skin cells, and bacteria, one may develop acne. The...
By Dr. David Powell Psoriasis is a common condition in the US with nearly 3 million cases annually. If you are wondering if you may be one of those, the first sign would be a rash on the skin. That rash can grow larger and develop scaly dry skin on top, especially...
By David Powell, MD New patients are often surprised when I let them know that annual skin screenings are actually a thing, and more importantly that they should be participating – ANNUALLY. Skin cancer has been on the rise and is the 5th most common type of cancer,...
