What will a detox do for my skin?

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“New year, new you,” promise the hottest new detoxes. And claimed benefits are appealing. Who doesn’t want to purge away those holiday overindulgences? Who doesn’t want to feel and even look better? Glowing, blemish-free skin? Increased energy? Weight loss? Count me in. But, before you’re compelled to hand over your CC, you should understand that…

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Really, how bad is holiday alcohol for skin?

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We make our list and check it twice. In-town friends? Cocktails. College buddies? Craft beer. Family dinners? Spiked eggnog. And of course, bubbly to ring in the New Year. We punctuate our holidays with alcohol, but one thing doesn’t celebrate. Our skin. Yes, you’ve heard it before: alcohol isn’t good for your complexion. But just…

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Sugar Sag: The Bitter Truth About Sugar

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Sure, no one likes the crash after a sugar high. And is that extra portion of pecan pie really worth an expanded waistline? Although we all know that too much sugar can lead to internal health issues from increased blood pressure to diabetes to weight gain, we now know that excess sugar can also lead…

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Bacteria: Not all bad

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The word bacteria never conjures a warm fuzzy feeling. Indeed, bacteria is responsible for soured milk, strep throat and even deadly internal infections. But, when it comes to our skin, research has shown that bacteria plays an increasingly important role in protection. Normally, there are millions of micro-organisms growing on the skin, and just the…

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Your Skin Cancer IQ

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Who doesn’t love our sun, surf and sand? Southern California wouldn’t be what it is without its perfect climate. But, too much sun exposure can increase our risk for skin cancer. Skin cancer is now the most common type of cancer, more common than all other cancers combined. At least 1 in 5 people will…

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Mohs surgery and Skin Cancer Q&A with Dr. Jennifer Herrmann

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Mohs micrographic surgery is a highly precise method for removing skin cancer. It was named after Dr. Frederic Mohs in the 1930s and has been modernized over time. Mohs Skin Cancer surgery offers three unbeatable benefits: the highest cure rates, significantly minimized scarring, and quicker recovery. Through direct microscopic examination and specialized marking techniques, the…

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