The Less Obvious Signs & Spots of Skin Cancer

We all know the main purpose of a skin cancer screening is to screen for… you guessed it… skin cancer. But sometimes, skin cancer doesn’t make itself very obvious, and it can hide behind other seemingly benign issues. Here are certain things your dermatologist knows to look for that you might have misdiagnosed yourself.
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Common Myths About Sunscreen

There are a lot of myths out there that we have debunked in the past, from the dangers of “base tans” to thinking you don’t need to reapply higher SPFs as often. But there are lots of myths out there that can have an adverse impact on your skin, so here are several more that we’re here to debunk!
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Top 6 Procedures Doctors Recommend to Patients in Their 60s

The decade of your sixties is a unique time for your skin. Even those of us who are genetically blessed with youth genes will start to not only notice the signs of aging, but actually want to do something about it. And if you’ve been good about pre-juvenation procedures (more about that here), you might not need to do very much to be pleased with your skin's health. But even the most diligent...
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3 Photos That Will Make You Start Wearing Sunscreen

If you think UV damage isn't happening to your skin every time you step outside, here are a few photos of the silent damage the sun can do over time that will convince you to grab the nearest bottle of sunscreen.
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How To Choose A Sunscreen

We all know that sunscreen is the best defense we have against developing skin cancer, and it is also happens to be one of the best anti-aging products possible for preventing premature aging. When picking out a sunscreen, many of us primarily focus on SPF. And while this is certainly an important thing to consider, it's not the only thing. Read on to learn the full list of everything you should...
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The Rules of Sunscreen

With the growing number of sun protection solutions on the market today, there's no shortage of ways for us to keep our skin safe in the sun. However, with skin cancer rates on the rise it is important to follow a few simple rules of sunscreen application to ensure we see a drop in cases.
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How Often Should I Get a Skin Cancer Screening?

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Over a million people are diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma every year. Roughly 62,000 people are diagnosed with melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer, each year.
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