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Prevent Scarring Before It Starts

Before a dark spot can become your worst enemy, here are 3 stages to preventing acne scars: 1.

Drink Up Ladies for that H2Glow!

It’s not exactly new information that water is good for you. We’re told to drink at least eight glasses a day for clear skin,

Tanning Salons are Found to Give False Information

California’s landmark 2011 legislation that bans minors from using indoor tanning salons appears to be working to restrict access,

The NOTICEABLE difference between corrective makeup and camouflage makeup

Acne scars, pigmentation, melasma – if you have these, you struggle to cover them up. But instead of hiding them,

What’s in your makeup? There’s an app for that!

Are you worried about possible harmful ingredients in your cosmetics? Download this app on your phone!

10 Great Foods to Help you Get your Protein Intake

Whether you’re a vegetarian , or not there are lots of tasty meat-free sources of protein that also pack additional health benefits.

Stop Over Washing Your Hair: Work a Dry Shampoo into Your Routine!

If you don’t like the feeling of going more than a day without washing your hair or you’re sick of spending all morning underneath the blow dryer,

Study finds that women lose soft facial tissue faster than men…

A recent article found that “women experience a sharp loss in facial-tissue volume at the age of 30 to 60 before the rate levels off,...

Is your diet giving you a rash?

October 2013 – Skin and Allergy News...

First Genetic Study of Stretch Marks

23andMe, the leading personal genetics company, has conducted the first genetic study of striae distensae (stretch marks).

Cleaning Pacifiers with Spit Reduces Later Risk of Eczema

Did you know that cleaning your child’s pacifier with your own saliva may reduce the likelihood that they’ll develop eczema and allergies later on?

Attention Tylenol Users!

Acetaminophen, brand name Tylenol (amongst others), is a common household drug used to relieve aches, pains and fevers.

Wet Wipes Linked to Contact Dermatitis

Most of us have reached for a wet wipe at least once to help clean the inevitable daily messes.

Sun Protection: Fact or Fiction

Check out this article about Sun Protection from ABC News here

The Dangers of Aviators

Many people associate sunglasses with eye care, style, and most importantly protection. However, regarding the popular aviator sunglasses,

Freeze Your Fat Away!

If you could naturally and permanently eliminate stubborn fat from your body in as little as 60 minutes…

CoolSculpt Event TONIGHT 4-7 PM

Stop by tonight during any of the three sessions 4:00 PM 5:00 PM 6:00 PM for a FREE CoolSculpt consult and receive $100 OFF any package purchased tonight!

Melanoma Monday: May is Melanoma Awareness Month

Drivers are failing to use their sunscreen. Utilizing sun protection measures while driving is just as important as wearing your sunscreen at the beach.

Man’s Best Friend Gets a Much Deserved Face Lift

Friendly pet sees for the first time! Click here to read the ABC News article.

” I Have Sensitive Skin! ” But Do You Really?

A: The term “sensitive skin” is a marketing expression that really has no medical definition. With over 60% of the population claiming they fall victim to so-called “sensitive skin,” it…

Introducing Lizette!

Get Always Perfect Eyebrows in an Instant! Introducing, Lizette, our new line of under eye concealers,

Before You Get Your Next Mani Pedi…

Manicure and pedicure safety is extremely important if you get your nails professionally done on a weekly basis.

Baby Contracts Melanoma While Still in the Womb

Read this article from ABC News about the risks of Melanoma. http://abcnews.go.com/Health/arizona-baby-melanoma-mothers-womb-alive/story?id=18922718

Spring = Skin Check Season

Before the summer sun cooks your skin and you start to look like your leather handbag,

Is Your Birth Control Breaking You Out?

Are you breaking out and have no clue as to why? It could be your birth control…

The Epidemic of Over-Washing

“My skin is dry AND oily!” Do you find yourself constantly frustrated with the condition of your skin?

Rethink the Ink

Within the past ten years the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) constructed a survey of five hundred individuals between the ages of 18-50,

Tools to Tame your Locks

We have come a long way from hot rollers and velcro-based curlers. In todays hair care isles you will find items that sound like they were NASA’s brainchild.

Is Your Bowel Linked to Your Skin?

Ever wonder if your skin rash or pimples could be related to your diet? More specifically could the gluten in your diet be triggering your symptoms?

Spring Cleaning Edition: Is Your Medicine Cabinet Up to Code?

The name “medicine cabinet” is unfit for what should be held in this very important space of your home.

Seven Daily Habits that are Aging Your Skin

The quest for ageless skin can be tedious and quite frankly, expensive.  Here are seven everyday (bad) habits to avoid doing to achieve the look of younger skin.

Food Industry Marketing

Did you know that every year the average American eats: Thirty three pounds of cheese, triple that amount that was consumed in 1979 Seventy pounds of sugar,

The Puzzling Relationship Between Diet and Acne

The relationship between acne and diet has been an ongoing debate. There are no meta-analyses, randomized controlled clinical studies,

All Soy is NOT Created Equal

When many of us think of soy products we instantly think natural and healthy. Many consumers overlook soybean oil within a list of ingredients,

Folic Acid Linked to Lower Autism Risk

Including the right amount of folic acid in your diet will leave your skin looking naturally smooth and beautiful,

A Hint of Mint: Spring’s Must Have Hue

Pistachio, Seafoam, Mint – it doesn’t matter what you call it, IT’S HOT! With spring rapidly approaching,

You may have acne, but do you know which TYPE?

Whether you suffer from troublesome blackheads or embarrassing pimples, we all know the uncomfortable feeling acne can cause.

Gleam by Melanie Mills

If you’re looking for that perfect velvet, bronzed glow then look no further.  McLean Dermatology and Skincare Center is happy to announce we now carry Gleam Body Radiance created by…

Under Eye Concealer vs. Blemish Concealer

Conceal (kuh n – seel): to hide or remove from observation; cover from sight; keep secret.

Mythbusters Edition: Q & A with Dr. Lily

Q: Do goosebumps cause hair growth? A: No, goosebumps occur when the muscles around the hair follicle contracts causing the base of the follicle to push up and sit higher…

Cut the C.R.A.P. for 2013

If you are looking to create a healthier version of you in 2013, C-caffeine, R-refined sugar,

Steps to Insure a Smooth Shave

Shaving can be rough on your skin particularly in the winter months. Shaving bumps can best be avoided with the following technique: Before you shave,

The Dangers of Search Engine Diagnosis

On the first onset of a cold, many of us turn to various Internet search engines for symptoms of the current bug that has decided to creep up on us.

Men Get Wrinkles Too!

More and more men are turning to Botox to erase early signs of aging. Often thought to be a cosmetic procedure for women,

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Eyebrow Transplants – What Women are Turning to for Fuller Brows

Over the years people have noticed that the persistent plucking and weekly waxing have led to thinner eyebrows.  

Dr. Lily Warns: Counterfeit Botox

Federal regulators have warned more than 350 medical practices that Botox they may have received from a Canadian supplier is unapproved and could be counterfeit or unsafe.

Culture-Conscious Lip Enhancement

Lip enhancement is a commonly performed aesthetic procedure in the United States. However, in the literature,

End of the Year Product Clean Out!

Out with the old, in with the new! We all have those products that we love and cling onto for years because it’s that perfect shade of red,

Arms and Legs Looking Drab this Season?

The tanning bed is NOT the answer to getting that summer glow in the harsh winter months.