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There is something almost instinctive about wanting to be outside when the weather is beautiful. A walk in the fresh air, a bike ride through the neighborhood, spending time gardening, or simply sitting beneath a canopy of trees can instantly lift your mood after a stressful day indoors. For many people, spending time outside feels […]

For many men, sunscreen can be treated as an afterthought. It gets tossed in a beach bag for vacation, borrowed during a family trip, or forgotten entirely during long days outside. Annual skin checks? These are often pushed to the bottom of the priority list. And conversations about skin care or sun protection are frequently

Here in Central Florida, sunshine is part of our everyday life. Whether you’re heading to the beach, spending the afternoon on the boat, cheering on your kids at weekend sports, or simply running errands, sun exposure is constant. That’s why Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month in May is the perfect time to revisit one

Melanoma & Skin Cancer Awareness Month is the perfect time to refocus on one of the most important aspects of your overall health: your skin. Living in Central Florida means enjoying sunshine year-round, but it also means increased exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, one of the leading causes of skin cancer. As dermatology professionals, we

It’s no secret that sun protection is extremely important. But how often are you scheduling a regular skin exam? Do you wait until a problem is already visible, or are you diligent about keeping your skin a priority? As dermatologists, one of the most impactful conversations we have with patients is about the value of

If you grew up in the 1970s, 1980s, or even the early 1990s, you probably remember the era of baby oil and aluminum foil reflectors. A perfect tan was often seen as the ultimate summer accessory. People would head to the beach slathered in baby oil, sometimes mixed with iodine, intentionally baking in the sun

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 times of the month, you

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 your scalp – hair does

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 actually reactive skin. While the

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 weather, beaches, and summer fun.