As summer swings into full gear, it’s time to soak up the sun, enjoy outdoor activities, and, of course, savor refreshing drinks under the warm rays. But did you know that your summer cocktails can occasionally leave an unwanted mark
Back to School Skin SOS: Tackling Common Skin Infections in Young Athletes
With the start of a new school year it is important to maintain healthy skin, especially for our young athletes who are always on the go. Whether your childs involved in football, cheer, basketball, wrestling, or any other activity, it’s
Snowflakes or Skin flakes?
Have you ever looked at yourself in the mirror and found powdery flakes all over your shoulders? If so, you likely have a common skin condition called seborrheic dermatitis. Seborrheic dermatitis presents with patches of greasy skin covered in flaky
A Better Bikini Line
Summer is right around the corner; so what’s on everybody’s mind right now? How about a super smooth bikini line that leaves you feeling confident no matter what you wear! A frequent complaint I hear from patients is that their
Swimmer’s Itch and Hot Tub Folliculitis
Summer fun is all about swimming in a lake or hitting some water slides making happy family memories. However, there are two common itchy skin rashes which can develop after these activities we should be familiar with. Swimmer’s itch, also
Spring and Summer Rashes: Common Characteristics of the Most Common Seasonal Rashes
As the warmer weather comes, many of us will want to enjoy it to make up the most of our sun exposure and warmer months in the Chicagoland area. Here are some common characteristics of the most common seasonal rashes.
Winter Skin – Itchy, Dry and Associated Rashes, Winter 2015 Newsletter
In the winter there are many rashes that occur, in addition to just getting itchy from being overly dry. It is important in general to moisturize your body and face more often and with richer creams than we do in