How To Get Rid of Stretch Marks
Stretch marks are common, and anyone can get them. They appear whenever a person has a sudden weight gain or growth spurt that causes their skin to stretch more than normal …
Learn About Skin Care
Learn more about skincare by reading some of our related articles below. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Derick Dermatology or schedule a consultation at one of our world-class dermatology locations.
Contact Dermatitis
The most common type of inflammatory dermatological condition, contact dermatitis (CD) can occur when the skin touches an irritant. Sensitivity to soaps and bleaches, chemicals and solvents, plants and some food, cosmetics, and medications may cause contact dermatitis.
What to Expect at Your First Visit to the Dermatologist
It may help you to know that almost everyone feels the same way about going to see a doctor. However, you can relax about it because almost nothing happens on your first visit. Thus, you can see how things work and not worry about the next visit.
Summer Skincare
The luxurious feeling of body lotion after a shower or bath brings enjoyment to a daily activity and makes it special. While a few ingredients can make lotions harmful, most provide a beneficial effect on personal well-being. Hydration and moisturizing enhance the skin with nutrients that make the skin soft and supple, guarding against signs of aging.
Is Lotion Good for You?
The luxurious feeling of body lotion after a shower or bath brings enjoyment to a daily activity and makes it special. While a few ingredients can make lotions harmful, most provide a beneficial effect on personal well-being. Hydration and moisturizing enhance the skin with nutrients that make the skin soft and supple, guarding against signs of aging.
Preparing Your Skin for Spring
Spring’s arrival gives you a perfect time to refresh your skincare routine. After a winter of protecting against the dry, harsh weather, you can lighten up for spring. Your skin’s healthy, glowing look reflects a shift to milder spring days with seasonal skincare. A change in seasons lets you adapt your routine to suit your needs. These seven steps can make the switch between seasons easy.
About Skin Tags and How to Treat Them
While advertisements for over-the-counter or home remedies abound and make removal look easy, the fact remains that a skin tag may contain nerve cells and blood vessels. Therefore, a DIY procedure that produces pain and bleeding may not provide the outcome that one may desire. The Harvard Health blog affirms that they do not need removal. However, confirming their identity with a dermatologist can provide peace of mind.
Protecting the Skin from Chicago’s Cold Winds
Protecting the skin from Chicago’s elements in the winter requires about the same level of effort as doing so in the summer. The sun and wind create an ever-present demand for protection in all seasons. Nonetheless, winter produces additional needs for enhancing skincare. Some commonsense tips for keeping skin healthy in Chicago’s freezing winters require less effort than one may think. Each small step takes little effort but can make a huge difference.
Healthier Skin with the Help of Your Dermatologist
Healthier Skin with the Help of Your Dermatologist Acne seems like a rite of passage for almost every teenager. For most, it’s simply a part of growing up and sometimes clears up on its own. For others, acne can be more severe and lead to low confidence and self-esteem. The same can be said for…
The Benefits of Laser Skin Resurfacing
The Benefits of Laser Skin Resurfacing As a person ages, they invariably experience skin issues. These issues can range from acne and wrinkles to scars and blotches. Even though these skin problems can develop for any number of reasons, you don’t need to use a different treatment for each problem. Laser skin resurfacing is a…