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You read that right… your skin is not only an organ, it’s the biggest organ in your body. Face it… your skin is everywhere! Regardless of your shape or size, your skin is huge. In fact, at this very moment, you’ve got about 19 million skin cells… per square inch … which equals about 20 feet of skin! And all those varied areas of skin all over your body can make it tough to care for, especially considering the fact that the skin in different areas of your body gets different types of exposures. That means that each area’s skin requires different types of care. Think about it. The skin on your face is vastly different from, say, the skin on your feet, isn’t it? Just one reason is because the skin on your face is constantly exposed to the world, whereas the skin on your feet isn’t. Another reason is because the skin on your feet gets a whole different kind of beating compared to that of your face. So what do you do to care for the various areas of skin located all over your body? Here are some tips from dermatologists about how to care for the many different types of skin your body contains.
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Category: Dermatologist
How to Prevent Sun Damage in Winter
Everyone loves the magic and allure of a winter wonderland, with its Christmas sparkle and rich, crystal beauty. But nobody loves what winter’s harsh winds and dry air can do to their skin. First, there are those harmful UV rays. Did you know they can age you faster than just about everything else? This is a fact, which is why you not only need sunscreen on those days you head out for a sunny day at the beach; you also need it through the winter to minimize the sun’s effects, especially for skin cancer prevention. Then there’s the cold. Those frosty winds whipping around your face and other skin surfaces can dry out your skin, leaving it rough and scaly. And, finally, because of all those frigid temps, you’re likely turning up the heat inside your home, which is like adding insult to injury on your poor skin cells. And there you have it… the perfect combination for turning soft, supple skin into a veritable alligator bag. Following are some tips from dermatologists in New Jersey on how to prevent sun damage to skin in winter.
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Fun Facts about Skin
Skin is a funny thing. We see it all day every day, but most of us probably don’t give our skin much thought most of the time (over and above those little signs of aging, that is). You see it every time you look in the mirror. You see it right in front of you all day long. In fact, your skin is probably one of the first things you see when you wake up in the morning.
But just how much do you really know about your skin? For instance, did you know that, like your heart, your liver, and your lungs, your skin is actually an organ? It’s true, but to be more precise, your skin just happens to be the largest organ in your body. And, besides being the human body’s largest organ, the skin has loads of other cool things going on, as it’s definitely one of the most fascinating organs in the body. Here are more fun facts about skin from top dermatologists in New Jersey that might just make you, well, jump out of your skin!
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Summer Skincare Tips
In the summer months, your skin is more likely to dry out and become unhealthy. It is also more susceptible to harmful UV rays that can cause skin cancer. There are a few measures that you can take for skin cancer prevention, such as using a proper SPF protectant. It is suggested that when you will be in direct sunlight for a prolonged period of time that you should use an SPF 30 product or higher, this includes in makeup and lip gloss products as well. Continue reading “Summer Skincare Tips”
Tips For Women
There are some basic skin care routines that every woman should exercise regularly to keep her skin looking young and beautiful. Every woman has a different skin type so there are some things that you may need to contact a doctor in Livingston about, but using these simple daily tips will keep your skin looking refreshed.
Wash Your Face
The first and most basic of tips is to keep your face clean. You can do this by washing your face in both the morning and at night. It is important to wash your face in the morning because you can pick up lots of dander and dead skin off of your pillow as well as dust and dirt. It is also important to wash your face at night to rid your skin off all the toxins that accumulated on your skin throughout the course of your day. During the day, it is also important to touch your face less and to keep your hands clean for when you do touch your face. When you do touch your face, be sure to not scratch and pick at your skin which could lead to scarring on your face. Continue reading “Tips For Women”
Tips for Men
No matter what the fairy tales said while you were growing up, people are going to judge you based on how you look. You must do everything you can to pull off an appearance as much as you play the part. Looking your best for those around you will give you more opportunities in life. So, skip all stops and do everything you can to present yourself to the world with rich sexy skin, clothes that look casual anywhere and an attitude ready to take over the world. Continue reading “Tips for Men”
Tips For Preventing Dry Skin
There are many things that can cause skin to become dry and cracked especially throughout the cold, winter months. With some quick and easy daily routines you will be well on your way to keeping the dry and cracked skin at bay. Your dermatologist in Millburn will also be able to help you with tips specific to your skin type.
Staying Hydrated
Drinking at least eight glasses of water per day is not only good for your overall health but it also keeps your skin hydrated. If you are an extremely active person, you should drink even more to replenish the fluids that you are losing in your workouts. Refraining from drinking certain liquids is also a good idea when you are considering keeping yourself hydrated. Caffeine and alcohol also quickly dehydrate you leaving your skin without the proper hydration. Drinking soda and alcohol causes your body to pull extra fluids from wherever it can to make up for what it uses to process the soda and alcohol. Continue reading “Tips For Preventing Dry Skin”
What is Skin Resurfacing?
When an individual talks to their Florham Park cosmetic surgeon about the types of cosmetic procedures available to them, skin resurfacing may be suggested. This cosmetic procedure can help reverse the wrinkling effects of aging, heredity and various lifestyle habits such as smoking, sun exposure, poor nutrition or alcohol consumption. Sometimes pigmentation can change and produce brown spots or blotchiness. This can occur simply because of age, or it can be the result of taking birth control pills or becoming pregnant. There may also be other genetic factors which cause the skin’s pigment to change. It may be that the skin’s surface has become uneven as a result of acne. Any of these types of skin conditions can be improved by undergoing skin resurfacing. This cosmetic procedure basically causes a controlled injury to the skin which causes the skin to heal which replaces the old or bad skin with new skin tissue. Continue reading “What is Skin Resurfacing?”
How to Prevent Sun Spots
The skin can suffer greatly from over exposure to the sun. Getting a sunburn is of minimal concern when one considers the long lasting effects of getting too much sun. When the skin is exposed to excessive sun it can result in patches of skin which become discolored. A dermatologist would call these darkened patches solar lentigines, but they are commonly known as sun spots. Many times they are brown but in some skin types they appear more grayish in color. They may also be accompanied by other signs of damage caused by the sun’s harmful rays such as dry or thinning skin or wrinkles.
Who is likely to get sun spots?
Sun spots can be various sizes, shapes and even colors. They are typically seen on the areas of skin which receive the most direct sunlight such as the face and hands. It is more likely that people who have fairer skin will get sun spots than those who have darker pigmented skin. Statistically, about 90 percent of people over 60 who are considered to be light skinned or fair skinned have some sun related sun spots. This does not mean that individuals who have darker skin are immune to scarring by the sun. Deeper skin tones display damage as gray spots or ashy areas on the skin. These unsightly spots are typically seen after years of overexposure to the harmful rays of the sun, but young people who do a lot of tanning even in tanning beds or booths can also have premature sun spots. There are some ways to prevent these sun spots from ever occurring in the first place. Continue reading “How to Prevent Sun Spots”
How to Treat Sun Spots
There is nothing quite as enjoyable as a warm New Jersey summer afternoon where the sun invites everyone to come out and enjoy it. It feels warm, and most people enjoy having a beautiful tan. Even though these temporary results are pleasant, any dermatologist can explain the long term dangers of over exposure to the sun’s damaging rays. Too much time in the sun can cause skin damage which show in the form of skin laxity, wrinkles, skin cancers or discolorations. Sun spots are very common among those who spend too much time soaking in the sun’s warm rays. Continue reading “How to Treat Sun Spots”