Skin Joy Dermatology Blog
Holistic Dermatology – Tips and Tricks While Stuck Indoors
As a result of the current COVID-19 pandemic, understanding the things you can accomplish at home to help your skin is more important now than ever before. We’ll teach you about holistic dermatology and what exactly you can do to curb breakouts and get started keeping...
Keeping Your Skin Healthy Even During Tough Times
Everyone strives for clear and healthy skin but achieving your skincare goals is not always easy. As COVID-19 continues to disrupt our daily lives, we must adjust our normal routines so we can still accomplish objectives while staying safe. Just because you are...
Five Tips to Keep Your Skin Hydrated This Winter
Five Tips to Keep Your Skin Hydrated This Winter By Dr. Saya Obayan Dry, cold weather outside in combination with indoor heating can completely change the texture and dryness of your skin. You may notice your skin getting dry and itchy, your hands getting rough...
Acne: Let’s Talk About It
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, about 40 to 50 million Americans have acne. Although most people think teenagers or young adults are who get acne, it can actually occur at any age, regardless of gender. Acne may not be life-threatening, but for some...
Acne Scarring and Treatment
Everything You Should Know About Acne Scarring and Treatment Image Source: American Academy of Dermatology In continuation of this month’s topic on acne and acne scarring, we’re diving into treatments for both. Get ready to take notes! Acne treatments It is...
Psoriasis: More Common Than You Think
It’s August which means it’s Psoriasis Awareness Month! Starting with this blog, this next series will provide general information about psoriasis, as well as its comorbidities, diagnoses and treatments. Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition...
Psoriasis: Diagnosis and Treatments
In continuing our series of blog posts on psoriasis, we’re diving into the diagnosis and treatments. See our previous blog posts with general information about psoriasis, its comorbidities and chronic conditions associated with psoriasis. A dermatologist or doctor...
Headed for Some “Fun in the Sun?” Don’t Forget the Sunscreen!
July is the time for some “fun in the sun.” However, before you engage in summer outdoor frivolity, don’t forget to lather on the sunscreen. Why is sunscreen so important? It prevents sunburns, which can result in long-lasting damage to the skin and more importantly,...
Want a Glowing Complexion? Kick These Common Bad Skin Habits NOW!
Are you in the habit of touching your face, going to bed without removing your makeup or neglecting to put on sunscreen? These bad habits and a host of others can contribute to problem skin. If you want your complexion to glow, kick these common bad habits to the curb...
Removing Keloids
What are Keloids? As part of the healing process, it’s common for scars to form following an injury, such as a cut or burn or even severe acne. However, for some people, the scar becomes larger than the original wound and forms what is known as a keloid. Keloids are...