When you are spending your valuable time and money on skincare products, it is important to use them correctly to maximize your value and get the results you expect to see. With multiple products in your skincare arsenal it may be difficult to know the time of day and the order in which to apply…
DetailsAs we age, our hands develop telltale signs, age spots, wrinkled skin, and loss of volume. If you are bothered by these changes you may be pleased to learn there are dermatological treatments available that can safely reduce these signs of aging with minimal (or no) interruption in your normal routine. Hands Don't Keep Secrets We…
DetailsWashing your face is such a basic activity, you've done it since you were a child. But there really is a "best way" to wash your face to be sure it is cleansed properly and prepared to receive any creams, lotions, and other products in your skin care routine. Some Face Washing Tips Your face is…
DetailsWhen you look into the mirror does the reflection smiling back at you seem to have lost some of its sparkle? Do you see freckles, fine lines, wrinkles, and rough texture that weren't there just last year? All of these are signs of photoaging, the cumulative result of hours spent in sunlight. We don't become…
DetailsAs winter in Chicago approaches you may be dreading "winter skin", dry, itchy, and so uncomfortable. Central heating pulls the moisture out of the air inside, adding to the rigors outside, harsh cold and more dry air and wind. Together, these factors combine to strip your skin of its moisture and promote inflammation that makes…
DetailsHand sanitizers were created in the 1990s by medical professionals looking for a quick way to sanitize their hands between patients, especially when soap and water were not available. In order to kill bacteria, the sanitizers needed to contain at least 60% alcohol. The sanitizers worked well as an antibacterial topical, but the drying effects…
DetailsDoes your child suffer from itchy, dry skin? Do they have warts or moles on their fingers or other areas of their body? Are their skin conditions causing them discomfort or pain? If so, it's time to bring them to Derick Dermatology for a consultation and diagnosis. Although your pediatrician can be knowledgeable about some…
DetailsMoisturizers and hydrators both help to make sure your skin gets all the water it needs to prevent dryness and dehydration and help your skin to appear more youthful and supple. But they work differently to contribute to skin health. Dehydrated vs. Dry Skin Your skin cells require water to be healthy. Skin that is well…
DetailsArlington Heights , IL, August 8, 2019, The playground equipment at Ringwood School Primary Center now has built-in sun protection for children thanks to a newly installed, permanent shade structure. Made possible by a generous donation from Derick Dermatology in collaboration with the American Academy of Dermatology's "Adopt-a-Shade" program, the shade structure will protect more…
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7 Tips to Finding a Dermatologist Right for You Dermatologists are medical doctors that specialize in treatment of the skin. You may not consider a dermatologist to be a necessary member of your medical team, but you might want to reconsider. The many years of education and training in our specialty prepare us to diagnose…
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