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Know Your ABCDE's for Melanoma and Skin Cancer
By Cristal Tope, FNP-BCMay is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month! Over 5 million cases of skin cancer arediagnosed in the United States annually, making it the country’s most common form of cancer. Fortunately, skin cancer is also one of the most preventable diseases, and early diagnosis and treatment helps to save lives. Getting regular annual skin exams and knowing your ABCDE’s helps detect melanoma and skin cancer early. Be sure to know and look for the following:A – AsymmetryNormal
Simple Tips for Soft Kissable Lips
By Cristal Tope, FNP-BC When it comes to skincare, lips are often neglected. Nothing is as sensuous as smooth, soft, kissable lips. Read on for some tips on how to get amazingly luscious lips. 1. Hydration is key to preventing chapped lips. When the body is dehydrated, the lips are more prone to dryness. Aim for about six to eight glasses of water per day to stay properly hydrated. 2. Avoid licking, biting, or picking. When lips feel dry, there is a natural tendency to wet them by licking, but t
3 Ways to Overcome the 'Holiday Hangover' for Your Skin
By Cristal Tope, FNP-BC Has the season of holiday celebrations got you feeling morning-after heavy? Hangovers are caused by dehydration, vitamin and nutrient depletion from excessive alcohol consumption, and fatigue from lack of sleep. Symptoms include: Nausea Headache Upset stomach Muscle aches Dehydration If you wake up with hangover-like symptoms, try these simple tips for temporary relief instead of just waiting it out. Eat Healthily Just as you need to avoid that half bottle of wine from th
3 Skin Prep Tips for a Lasting Holiday Glow
By Cristal Tope, FNP-BC Whether you are celebrating in small company or in a large video conference, make sure you have the right skin prep essentials to give you no-filter-needed flawless skin. We have the essential, what-goes-under-your-makeup skin prep potions to make you stand out and look flawless! Wouldn’t it be nice if we could hit the “reset” button and instantly go back to a time in our younger days when we had flawless, glowing skin? How to Reset Your Skin for the New Year An at-home m
6 Winter Skincare Tips to Help You Ditch Dry Skin in the New Year
The winter months can be a trying time for your skin. In colder weather, our skin can experience a decrease in moisture and hydration. The result is often dry, rough skin. However, cold weather isn’t the only culprit for brittle and flaky skin. Dry heat indoors, decreasing humidity levels, and other winter weather characteristics can lead to dry skin and further skin flare-ups. Dry skin can also be a symptom of underlying skin issues such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis. Luckily, there are
Rehydrate, Re-Energize, and Renew with IV Vitamin Therapy
By Cristal Tope, FNP-BC Healthier skin? Check. Increased energy and hydration? Check. Boost the immune system to fight Covid and other viruses? Check. What is IV Vitamin Infusion Therapy? IV (Intravenous) Vitamin Infusion Therapy is a safe and effective way to provide your body with some of the essential vitamins and minerals it needs. The infusion of fluids, vitamins, and minerals can help support a healthy immune system, promote healthy skin, and keep you hydrated. The right balance of vitami
New Year, New You: 2021 Skin Care Treatments and Trends
The new year is here, and there’s no better time to take an inventory of your skin care regimen and make needed changes. To update and enhance your skin care habits in the new, take a look at some of the best skin care products and trends for 2021.
Tips for Keeping Your Skin Healthy This Summer
Summertime brings so many things we enjoy — warmer temperatures, sunnier days, and plenty of beach and pool time. Although summer opens the door to outdoor adventures, your skin shouldn’t suffer for them. It’s important to revisit your skincare routine to ensure that your skin is protected and cared for all season long. From preventative measures to dermatological procedures, there are myriad ways to ensure your skin’s healthy glow, no matter what time of year. Discover several key tips for main
Say Hello to Stronger Muscles with the Latest in Body Sculpting
We're constantly on the go—rushing off to the office, scrambling to pick up the kids from school and extra-curricular activities, zooming around the grocery store to find the ingredients for tonight’s dinner, or simply pausing to enjoy a moment of relaxation. It’s hard to squeeze exercise into the long list of to-dos on our plate. Even during “normal” times, going to the gym regularly ranges from mildly inconvenient to downright difficult. In the COVID-19 era, getting your workout in is even mor
Winter Skin Care: How to Maintain Your Glow During Colder Months
There’s a lot to love about winter—sweaters and scarves, snowmen and hot chocolate, cozy fireplaces—but when it comes to your dermatological health, the colder months can wreak havoc on your skin. Though this winter may be different as we endure another surge in COVID-19 cases, one thing that remains the same is the need for a special winter skin care regimen. With proper preparation and a few adjustments to your typical skincare routine, you can keep your skin glowing all winter long. Discover
We're Reopening! Here's What to Know Before Your Next Appointment
We hope you and your family have remained safe and healthy during these challenging times. Now, in the time of Covid-19, our mission is twofold: maintain the health and safety of our patients and staff, and continue to provide access to our remarkable services. We created a comprehensive reopening plan for our office that builds upon that mission. As we move to reopen our office, we want to share with you some new protocols we’re putting in place to keep you and our team safe for when you arr
5 Helpful Tips for Transitioning Your Skincare Routine from Summer to Fall
Fall is in the air! With the change in seasons comes the need to update your daily skincare regimen as you shake off the summer grime and adjust to lower temperatures and humidity. Transitioning your skincare routine from summer to fall doesn’t have to be a complicated process. With a few minor tweaks, you’ll have your fall skincare routine ready for sweater season in no time. Find out which fall skincare treatments are right for you. 1. Denser Products When the humidity goes down, the need for
6 Types of Hair Loss & How to Treat Them
For most of us, our hair is our crown and glory. That’s why hair loss can be a sensitive subject for many. Each year, men and women are plagued with bald spots and receding hairlines. By the age of 50, at least 40% of women will be affected by hair loss, according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information. This number can nearly double for men. Some embrace their new looks, but others struggle to find a solution. Treating hair loss can be difficult, but it’s not impossible. As you age
Top 6 Skin Rejuvenation Treatments That Have All the Spring Vibes
Spring is here, and you know what that means— time for Spring cleaning! It’s not only a great season to tidy up your home, but it’s also the perfect time to clear out the unwanted blemishes, dead skin cells and other debris that clutter your skin. With warmer temperatures on the horizon, you’ll be reaching for short sleeves and sandals before you know it, and the SoCo Derm team is here to help you put your best skin forward! Read on to find out more about six skin rejuvenation treatments that ha
Skin Pigmentation Disorders and How to Treat Them
In a perfect world, your skin would be flawlessly pigmented with no uneven tones or discolorations. However, due to a range of factors, including genetics, inflammation and sun exposure, there’s a very good chance that at some point in your life, you have noticed an area of discoloration on the surface of your skin. Whether lighter or darker than the surrounding skin cells, pigmentation disorders often involve too much melanin (hyperpigmentation) or too little melanin (hypopigmentation). Discove
Aesthetician Services Are Back!
Summer is fast approaching so let us help you get your skin and body back in shape. With new protocols now in place at our office to protect the health and safety of you and our staff, we are reopening some of our aesthetician services. Our licensed medical aesthetician, Sandra Peculic, is ready to welcome you back with rejuvenating treatments that will help diminish the key signs of aging, stress, acne, and much more. The following services are now available for booking with Sandra: HydraFacia
3 Types of Skin Cancer + Symptoms to Know + Best Treatment Options
Cancer— it’s a word no one ever wants to hear or be associated with. Unfortunately, each year the United States averages over 5 million incidences of non-melanoma skin cancer (among more than 3 million Americans) and an additional 100,000 cases of melanoma. With the odds of developing skin cancer of some kind so high, it’s essential to know the steps you can take now to prevent, monitor, and address skin abnormalities whenever a risk arises. Read on to learn more about the three skin cancer type
Is Your Rash a Food Sensitivity or a Food Allergy?
Our skin is our body’s natural armor. But sometimes, our armor gets cracked. When this happens, our bodies can develop skin irritations like rashes or eczema. While some skin conditions may be genetic or due to medicines or other issues, some can also be caused by a food sensitivity or food allergy. What is a Food Sensitivity? A food sensitivity, also known as a food intolerance, is an incapability of the body to digest a specific food or food group. This means one of two things; the body’s dige
Worth the Hype? Check Out the Hottest Skin Care Trends on TikTok
TikTok, the video-focused social media platform, is currently taking the world by storm with a never-ending stream of memes, funny moments, product reviews, life hacks, tutorials and more. While TikTok users often come up with innovative hacks to improve life in some way, should you really trust them when it comes to something as important as your skincare? Here are a few of the most popular TikTok skincare trends, starting with four beneficial, dermatologist-approved trends, followed by four Ti
Eating Your Way to Healthy Skin in 2022
The new year is here, and our attention now turns to 2022 and all of the potential and promise it has in store. Now is the perfect time to start planning your resolutions so you will already be off to a great start before January is over. When it comes to your dermatologic health, one new year’s resolution we can stand behind is adopting a skin health diet in 2022. Did you know that the foods and drinks you put into your body play a direct role in your skin health? That’s right— nutrition and sk
Top 5 Skincare Routine and Treatment Tips for Men
Skin care is essential for everyone, yes, even for —and especially for— men. For starters, men tend to sweat more, have more body hair and may spend less time, in general, prioritizing their skin health. These factors combine to show why skincare for men is essential. Read on to learn more about a few of the crucial skincare routine steps, as well as treatments that help men reach their full potential when it comes to great skin. Cleanse, But Don’t Overdo It Any good skin care regimen includes a
Have Fun in the Sun while Taking these Skin Cancer Prevention Steps
As summer approaches (for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere), it’s important to consider how more direct sunlight can affect your skin. While sunburns are the short-term consequences you have to deal with after too much time in the summer sun, the long-term effects can be much more detrimental to your skin health. According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD), skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with 1 in 5 Americans estimated to develop skin can
How to Identify, Locate, and Remove Warts
Are you experiencing small, grainy bumps that appear fleshlike on the skin? Are the bumps rough and hard? If you look closely, do the bumps have black pinpoints at the center? If your answer is yes to the above questions, you may have warts. A warts diagnosis might prompt cause for concern. However, many forms of warts are more common than one may think, especially among children and teenagers. Although warts may disappear on their own, it’s essential to understand what they are, the different t