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Whether you realize it or not, at some point in your life, you have experienced an inflammatory response. And although inflammation may bring about many unwanted side effects, it is actually an essential process that occurs in your body. When your body recognizes a foreign intruder – like infectious microorganisms or cancer cells – your […]

Although we live in Florida, we aren’t exactly out of the woods yet when it comes to dry, wintertime weather. During the winter months, yes, even in the Sunshine State, humidity levels are lower, homes are being heated, and your epidermis (the outermost layer of your skin) tends to dry out to match the level

Winter weather can be harsh. Even though we don’t deal with the snow in Florida, we still have a drier climate in the winter months. That in itself can cause problems for our skin. From dry hands and feet to chapped lips and everything in between, you’ll want to take preventative measures to keep your

When it comes to information surrounding skin cancer, especially melanoma, it can be hard to determine fact from fiction. Luckily, many organizations like the American Academy of Dermatology and the Skin Cancer Foundation regularly disseminate helpful learning materials to debunk myths and uncover truths about sun exposure and protection, as well as skin cancer awareness.

When it comes to scars, there is no such thing as “one size fits all.” Have you ever noticed that two or more scars can look different from one another? That’s because every person’s skin has a different way of healing that is influenced by a number of factors. Scars can vary in size, shape,

It’s no secret that smoking has severe repercussions for your overall health, affecting everything from your lungs and heart to your immune system. However, one of the more visible effects is the toll it takes on your skin. While most people are aware that smoking can age your appearance, the depth and variety of damage

In scientific terms, the human eye is an organ that detects light and send signals along the optic nerve to the brain. In everyday life, your eyes are the major interpreters of the world around you. As one of the most complex organs with a multitude of individual parts that all work together, healthy eyes

Most of us have noticed it – when someone is pregnant, they seemingly have a glow about them. Believe it or not, the “pregnancy glow” is actually a real skin condition! While the body is nurturing and growing a baby, it produces nearly 50% more blood volume to support new life. This results in increased

In our last blog, we discussed the warning signs your skin might give you when your internal health may need attention. We reviewed dry and itchy skin; unusual hair growth; thinning hair, hair loss, and dry scalp; yellow and red bumps; hives; as well as hyperpigmentation and dark patches. In part two of our series,