Scalp micropigmentation (for the hairline) and microblading (for the brows) are similar processes, but each one has their own nuance and purpose. We asked our resident staff expert and certified scalp micropigmentation and microblading artist, Terry Sotelo, to give us the down low on what to expect as well as what she loves about the… Read More »
As anyone who has a thinning hairline can attest, the way your hair frames your face can be one of the biggest defining factors in the way you look. A sparse hairline can cause a lot of stress, and the worst thing you can do is stress about the hair loss. If you feel like… Read More »
To combat hair loss and promote new hair growth, use a heat protectant and consider investing in a hair-plumping product system like ReGenesis. NDDA also recommends a professional-strength hair vitamin called Viviscal. Ask your doctor which combination will give you the best result! The ReGenesis shampoo and conditioner work together to stimulate new hair growth… Read More »
Healthcare is all about exams, right? Not so much. Even in the most basic realms of doctors, there are small variances that need to be noticed. For example, the care that is obtained for a child may revolve around prevention. Older adults may have different needs based on age-related changes or certain medications they are… Read More »
Much like the best exercise regimens and New Year’s diets, good skin care intentions get thrown out the window at the first sign of a stressful workweek, a late night out, or one too many poolside margaritas – leaving us with vanities full of products and some seriously under-served skin. But choosing the right habits,… Read More »
Acne isn’t just a teenage rite of passage, it’s something you can diagnose, treat, and be done with. Watch ABC News 8 health and fitness reporter, Sonia Azad, interview NDDA’s Dr. Corinne Erickson about the best ways to banish teen acne . . .
If you’re not using a retinoid as your multi-purpose anti-aging product, you probably should be (unless you’re pregnant or breastfeeding). The chemical compound that’s related to Vitamin A has been a staple in the skincare world since doctors noticed that patients treated with the stuff were looking younger longer. Dermatologists recommend retinoids as a go-to… Read More »
Your skin doesn’t produce vitamin C on its own, so topical vitamin C serums are an important part of daily skincare. Choose one with maximum vitamin C concentration to address fine lines, boost your skin’s ability to generate new collagen and help protect it against UV exposure. Our favorite product this month is the SkinCeuticals… Read More »
Google “double chin” or “neck fat” and you’ll find yourself staring at dozens of home remedy videos promising easy exercises to tone up a bulky neck. If a turkey-neck is sending you running for a turtleneck or scarf read on…. In fact, neck fat, what dermatologists call submental fullness, is one of the most common… Read More »
Read enough beauty blogs and you’ll quickly accumulate a mountain of (sometimes conflicting) expert advice on how, when and with what to wash your face. While only your dermatologist can craft a truly tailored skin care regime, there are a few standby rules everyone should follow . . . Always take off your makeup first.… Read More »