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Dr. Michele Green takes a closer look at various dermatology treatments. For instance, you can find out how Thermage works, details about laser skin treatments such as Fraxel, or info on what CoolSculpting is, all via our blog and get information from one of the best dermatologists in New York City.
Does Sweat Cause Acne?
Summer provides opportunities for beach days, barbecues, and relaxing in the sun, but when the sun is out and heat and humidity are high, it can be difficult to keep sweat from building up, and along with it, you may start to notice sweat acne breakouts. Characterized by red or pink bumps, sweat acne breakouts…
Does birth control help acne?
Acne – pimples, blemishes, spots, breakouts – the skin condition that tends to start during puberty and can, unfortunately, continue to plague you well beyond your teenage years. These blemishes, characterized by red spots that appear most frequently on your forehead, chin, upper back, chest, and arms, can make you feel self-conscious, even though the…
Sunscreen for Acne Prone Skin
Everyone understands the importance of applying sunscreen daily to prevent skin cancer and protect against the premature signs of aging. However, when you have oily, acne-prone skin, the idea of slathering a thick, greasy sunscreen on your face might make you cringe. Don’t panic! Applying facial sunscreen to oily skin doesn’t have to end in…
Punch Excision for Acne Scars
Acne is one of the most prevalent skin conditions around the world. There are a myriad of treatment options available when it comes to tackling acne breakouts. However, once the breakout is resolved, the resulting acne scars become another issue. Unfortunately, inflammation associated with acne can damage skin tissue, causing acne scarring. Oftentimes, treating acne…
Do Tanning Beds Help Acne?
Since acne breakouts are one of the most universal skin conditions for all of our patients, we often find that patients have developed creative solutions to clear up acne. One common discovery that people from high school through adulthood find is the effect that sun exposure can have on the skin. Particularly in our current…
Taking Care of Acne in the Summer
width=”520″ height=”293″ frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen=”allowfullscreen”> Whether for a vacation or just for all the outdoor events that take place as soon as the weather warms up and the sun comes out, the summer is a time of year when appearance can matter a little bit more to an individual. Unfortunately, for those who are prone to…
Cosmetic Dermatology Treatments Proven to Have Less Effect on Smokers
width=”520″ height=”293″ frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen=”allowfullscreen”> While I am sure you have heard how smoking is bad for your health and increases the risk of various types of cancer and heart disease, it also is a danger to your skin. Smoking causes premature aging and increases the risk of developing skin cancer. The combination of sun exposure…