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How to Prevent Summer Rashes
July 27, 2021
As much as we all love summer, the lovely season can bring with it some not-so-lovely skin conditions. If you suffer from summer rashes, keep reading on ways to prevent them! Folliculitis Folliculitis occurs when some of your hair follicles become inflamed and infected. It can lead to itchy, tender acne-like bumps anywhere on the […]
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Perfecting Your Nightly Skincare Routine
June 14, 2019
We get it. The last thing you want to do when you’re ready to fall asleep is to tack on additional time perfecting your nightly skincare routine. But if you want to combat the tolls of aging, it’s a necessity, even if it’s the bare minimum. Remove makeup You know that you need to remove […]
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Sunscreen for Your Skin Type
May 31, 2019
We can’t stress the importance of applying sunscreen daily. Make sure that you choose protection that shields against both UVA and UVB rays. These products are labeled “broad spectrum” and will adequately protect against sun damage when applied correctly. The minimum protection you should look for is 30+. Ingredients to look for include ecamsule, avobenzone, […]
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All About Melasma
May 17, 2019
Do you suffer from melasma? It pops up for some of us in the sunnier months and we at Charleston Dermatology can help you get a hold of any discoloration before it becomes more of an issue. What is Melasma? Melasma is a type of skin discoloration that causes brown or grayish patches on patients’ […]
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#CheckDetectProtect
May 1, 2019
This month, we’ll be sharing all of the resources, tools and tips that you need to know for National Skin Cancer Awareness Month. By using the hashtag #CheckDetectProtect on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, you can learn how to protect yourself and loved ones! We also encourage you to use #CheckDetectProtect to contribute your own best practices […]
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Update Your Summer Skincare Routine
April 5, 2019
As the days become longer and we spend more time at the beach, we must prepare our skin for the fun time we plan to spend in the sun. It’s important to enjoy life, especially when you’re in Charleston, but it’s also just as important to take care of your skin to prevent aging and […]
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Five Fun Facts About Sunscreen
August 15, 2018
Sure, we use it — or we should use it — every day, but do we really know everything there is to know about our sunscreen? Most of us know that sunscreen is a product that can help provide protection against UV rays, sunburns and even help prevent pre-mature wrinkles or age spots. But can […]
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How to Repair Sun Damage
September 11, 2017
If you spent your Labor Day weekend soaking up the final days of summer — both figuratively and literally — then chances are you may have gotten some sun damage. Whether it was a full-body sunburn or just an extra freckle here and there, it’s still considered sun damage. And it’s not great for your […]
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Vitamin D and Your Skin
July 18, 2017
You’ve heard it time and time again: Vitamin D is good for your skin! But where does Vitamin D come from? And how much of it do you really need? Vitamin D provides a lot of benefits to your overall health, especially your skin. It has been shown to help rejuvenate skin, facilitate normal immune […]
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Sunscreen 101: Which is right for you?
July 6, 2017
There are few things more stressful than finding the right sunscreen for summer. Everywhere you look there’s a new product or a new commercial claiming to have the best sunscreen in the world for every skin type. But the truth is, when it comes to sunscreen, it’s not a one-size-fits-all kind of deal. In order […]
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Dealing with Summer Heat Rash
June 20, 2017
Heat rash, sweat rash, prickly heat, it’s all the same condition. And it can really put a damper on your summer fun if its not treated properly. But before we dive right into treatment options, let’s take a step back and talk about the cause of heat rash and how to prevent it. What is […]
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Four Tips for Better Summer Skin
June 6, 2017
School is (mostly) out for summer, which means sports like swimming, baseball, soccer and tennis are in full swing. It also means, if you’re a parent or athlete, you are probably going to be spending a lot more time outdoors than you did when school was in session. So how do you keep your skin […]