The holiday season is a common time for many individuals to head to the nail salon to get a fresh manicure and pedicure. While a majority of nail salons are...

November is National Healthy Skin month, making it a great time to reconsider how you handle your skin care routine. When you combine the cold winter weather with the food...

Most people think of sensitive skin as skin that is easily irritated. You may find that certain products or environmental factors cause you to get red, itchy, or even break...

If you're reading this, you're probably in the tattoo regret phase, or maybe you just want to fade your tattoo for a cover up. Laser therapy has become the "gold...

When it comes to your child’s skin, you can depend on one thing: at some point in the first year of life, it’s bound to end up a little red,...

With fall comes the harvest of many delicious fruits and vegetables. While they all offer nutrients our bodies need to stay healthy and strong, we often don’t think of them...

September is Alopecia Awareness Month. There are a lot of individuals out there who may have never heard of Alopecia. To those affected by Alopecia it’s a great time for...

Summer is slowly wrapping up and schools are starting to get back in session. The transition from summer fun to school stress can have a toll on your skin, hair...

August is Psoriasis Awareness Month - a public health and awareness campaign sponsored by the National Psoriasis Foundation for educating the public, raising awareness and dispelling myths about the disease....

One of America's most popular pastimes has the potential to be quite hard on our bodies -- gardening. According to Dr. Kent Walker, board-certified dermatologist with Forefront Dermatology, “all that...

Skin can be frustrating to deal with – too oily, too dry, flaking, acne. If there is one technique that will provide instant gratification, it is exfoliation. Most people don’t...

If you're reading this you must have missed our previous blog about how to properly apply sunscreen! That’s okay; I think we have all been there – lesson learned, right?...

Sunscreen is a vital tool in the fight against skin cancer and premature skin aging. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, daily sunscreen use – when used correctly –...

Reading a sunscreen label shouldn’t feel like you are deciphering The Da Vinci Code. We understand that people care now, more than ever before, what they are putting on their...

Don’t let skin issues put a halt on your summer fun. Dr. Todd Rickett, board-certified dermatologist with Forefront Dermatology, lists the top five most common summer skin problems and tips...

When “tips” get repeated enough times people start to believe they are the truth. In reality, it can be some of the worst advice you are living by. When it...

While many health care providers offer dermatologic care and cosmetic procedures, they do not specialize in treating conditions of the skin, hair and nails like a dermatologist does. What is...

The urge to have the summer glow year-round is prominent among many Americans. We have heard all the reasons: “I look thinner when I have a tan.” “I feel prettier...

Find it. Treat it. Beat it. May is Melanoma Awareness Month and with summer right around the corner, now is a great time to become informed about the top skin...

Learning that you have been diagnosed with melanoma - the most serious type of skin cancer – is a life-changing moment. After all, skin cancer is cancer. You may have...

It is estimated that melanoma kills, on average, over 10,000 people in the United States ever year. Understanding what melanoma is and the warning signs, risks, and types will help...

Did you recently visit your dermatologist, have a tissue sample taken and later were billed for pathology lab services? You may have questioned what pathology is, why you got billed...

With every season comes change, and that change should include your skincare routine. The care your skin needs in winter differs from the care it requires in summer. Gone are...

Yes, stress can be the reason you are seeing a decline in your overall skin health. Mild forms of stress have little impact on the body, but when you experience...

Have you heard someone mention they recently got Botox, but have no clue what it is? You’ve landed at the right spot if you want to learn more: What is...

While drinking more water is no magic bullet, increasing your water intake will have a positive impact on your overall skin health – after all your skin contains 64 percent...

Are you willing to gamble with your skin health? If you are currently skipping the monthly self-skin check and avoiding your yearly skin cancer screening then you are officially a...

Yes, cigarettes are making you age faster. When it comes to convincing smokers to quit, warning of health dangers is commonplace... but one effect that is not commonly discussed is...

Have you heard someone mention they recently got a chemical peels, but have no clue what it is? A chemical peel is a technique used to improve the appearance of...

While the world is tuned into the fresh powder and frozen ice at the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics, we may find ourselves asking questions about these athletes. How do can...

Keeping your skin healthy may seem like a simple task, but in truth it’s actually an art that can require help, or at minimum, advice from a skin care expert....

Winter weather, and all that comes with it, can be extremely stressing for newborns and toddlers’ skin. It does not mean you need to keep your kids indoors. Let them...

From winter getaways to spring break or traveling for work, often getting from point A to point B requires traveling by air. While flying is one of the fastest ways...

True or False: It’s healthy to get a base tan before heading out on your winter vacation. If you haven’t heard the term “base tan” before, let me explain. Many...

While weight gain is the number one complaint heard post-holidays, your skin can also take a hit during the holiday season. You may have strayed drastically from your diet, skipped...

The New Year is a symbolization of a fresh start and endless possibilities. It is also the time of the year when many of us make resolutions. Setting skin care...

While it is common knowledge now that smoking is harmful to your overall health, did you know that smoking can also damage the health and appearance of your skin? Each...

For many people the holiday season means get-togethers with friends and family, and of course, good food. Whether at home or at work, you can expect to have holiday treats...

As discussed in our Signs of Aging Skin post, facial aging is a natural and expected part of life that for many starts in their late 20’s. Is there a...

You do not need to break the bank in order to keep your skin healthy and looking its best. Here are 5 practical tips to maintaining healthy skin while on...