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In a previous blog post we talked all about hormonal acne and some of the challenges associated with it. As a review, acne is due to stimulation of androgen hormones which increases sebum (oil) production. Sebum leads to a buildup of dead skin in our pores creating...
Summer Skin & Hair Tips The start of summer introduces hotter temperatures, longer days, and lots of activities outside! Although this is a wonderful time of year filled with lots of enjoyment, it is also a time to be more aware of your skin and hair to prevent...
Raise your hand if you’ve ever had your day ruined by a new pimple that sprouted up over night. If you can’t relate to that feeling, consider yourself lucky! I will never forget waking with a huge pimple on my chin the morning of my wedding. Most people consider acne...
Is the winter season and cold weather causing you to have a dry, itchy, flakey scalp? Seborrheic Dermatitis is a very common chronic inflammatory scalp condition, which also affects the skin. This occurs in infants, adolescents and adults. It can occur off and on...
If you have read any of our past blog posts, you know that at Beacon Skin & Surgeries we are passionate about preventing skin cancer. Sun protection is just one piece of the equation to skin cancer prevention. Many of us can relate to being irresponsible when it...
DRY SKIN TIPS Cold winter weather in Michigan means that your skin is at risk of becoming more sensitive and dry than usual. Dry skin can lead to flaking, rough patches, redness, itching, and pain. Why does dry skin become more common during the winter? The answer is...
Currently, there is a 2022 outbreak of the Monkeypox virus. Monkeypox is a disease caused by an infection of the monkeypox virus, which is a member of the same family of viruses like smallpox. Before the current global outbreak, there were cases reported in central...
How to Soothe a Sunburn First and foremost, prevention of a sunburn is key with the adequate use of sunscreen to protect the skin! However, in the circumstances that an individual gets too much sun exposure without sunscreen or clothing, there is a chance of burning....
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that is estimated to affect over 16 million Americans. Rosacea can present in various ways but is most commonly associated with flushing and redness of the central face, typically beginning around age 30 years old....
I’ve never met anyone who loved their acne. It’s not fun for anyone: often persistent, causing frustration, and even social anxiety. Acne isn’t just a teenage problem either, it can occur at any age. Unfortunately, many over zealous and well-intentioned in the fight...