
FLDSCC’s Guide for Hormonal Acne: What It Is & How to Treat It
Acne isn’t just something that happens during adolescence. In fact, many adults, especially women, develop acne well into their 20s, 30s and beyond. Hormones often play a key role in the development of acne. If your breakouts seem unpredictable, don’t respond well to over-the-counter products, or only happen around certain

Does Hair Really Protect You From the Sun? What Men and Women Need to Know
When we think about sun protection, we usually picture areas of our bodies visible to the sun like our face, arms, and legs. But what about the skin hiding under your hair? For men, whether it’s on your scalp, face, or other areas of your body; and for women, on

Sensitive Skin vs. Reactive Skin: How to Tell the Difference & What to Do About It
At Florida Dermatology and Skin Cancer Centers, we often hear our patients complain about having sensitive skin. While having sensitive skin can be highly frustrating, the term “sensitive” can turn into a catch-all for skin that easily reacts to certain triggers. What most patients describe as having sensitive skin is

Winter Sun Protection in Florida: Why Sun Safety Still Matters
As dermatologists, one of the most surprising things we hear from our patients is that they don’t think they need sunscreen during the winter. We get it – winter can be cold (even in Florida), the sun doesn’t feel as strong, and many of us associate sun protection with warm

Thinking About Your Thyroid: How Your Skin, Hair, and Nails Tell a Story
January is Thyroid Awareness Month, and it’s a perfect time to stop and consider how your skin, hair, and nails might be silently signaling something deeper. While the thyroid gland sits in the middle of the lower part of your neck, its influence reaches much farther, affecting many aspects of

Skin Cancer Prevention & Resolutions for a New Year
As we begin another new year, many of us are thinking about resolutions. Whether you’ve already made them as a way to kick off 2026, or you’re still thinking about what to consider, one of the most impactful health goals you can set for yourself this year is making sun