In today’s episode, Dr. Schultz points out s few very important (and a little bit shocking) statistics surrounding melanoma. Melanoma is the only preventable cancer that has seen a rise in deaths. Approximately 9,000 Americans will die this year from melanoma, which Dr. Schultz accurately describes as unnecessary. Make sure to have your annual skin cancer screening! Follow the link to see this weeks DermTV episode
It's not just about wrinkles: Color & Texture
When you ask a person if they're happy with their skin, and they say no, and then you ask them why, they'll most likely respond that they don't like their lines and wrinkles. But it's not just about wrinkles! In this episode of DermTV, Dr. Schultz explains what you should look out for when you're examining your own skin and trying to figure out how to improve it.
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May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month
If you can spot a skin cancer, then you can spot a killer. The reality is, however, it's difficult for most people to identify one on themselves. This is because the transition from mole to pre-cancerous growth to cancer is very gradual (it takes many months to many years), and since you live with it, it's very hard to notice the gradual change (you remember how it looked yesterday, not the year before). The good news is, however, that your dermatologist can spot a suspicious growth. So in honor of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, see a dermatologist for a possibly life saving skin cancer screening exam. And visit AAD.org to find a FREE skin cancer screening near you.
Does waxing cause to grow finer?
We know the only safe sun is the fake sun, but what happens when the fake tan goes bad?! Learn how to fix a botched tan in this DermTV.com episode, How to Fix a Bad Fake Tan. You can also tune in this week for How to Remove Warts and Lip Balm Acne. Don’t forget to tune in to the next live episode of DermTV.com next Thursday, April 29th at 12pm EST (www.dermtv.com/live).
We all use sunscreen, but are we using enough? Find out how sunscreen you should use on your face in Dr. Schultz’s tip of the week!
Dr. Schultz’s Tip of the Week: How Much Sunscreen to Use on Your Face
As it warms up outside, but not quite enough to spend time at the beach, and thus you're still only applying sunscreen on your face and hands, how much do you need? Using too much can be uncomfortable and "goopy," and did you know that not using enough can cut the delivered SPF by the square root of the stated SPF (e.g., a 15 becomes a 4, a 50 becomes a 7)? It's simple: for traditional sunscreens use an amount equal to the size of a nickel, and for chem-free sunblocks, use an amount equal to a pea!
Catch up on last week's episodes:
• Can You Use Retin-A and Antioxidants
• Living With Acne
• What Are Warts
With summer around the corner, Dr. Schultz has the secret to achieving a great tan at home (without the streaks!). Don’t miss his tip of the week for the details! We’ve all asked the question, does the oil in perfume cause acne? Get the answer in this DermTV.com episode, Does Perfume Cause Acne. Tune in the rest of the week for How to Treat Eczema and Does Shaving Cause Hair to Grow Thicker?.
Dr. Schultz’s Tip of the Week: How to Fix a Botched Self Tan
If you use self tanners to get your tan, I applaud your good judgement (it's the only safe tan!) But if on occasion it turns out less than perfect, don't worry; it can easily be fixed. Whether it's streaky, uneven or just too dark, daily exfoliation with a chemical exfoliant (glycolic is best) will do the trick. And if you already use a chemical exfoliant daily, then for a few days either consider using it twice a day or using a stronger strength once daily. However, don't use physical exfoliants (scrubs, microdermabraision), because they are more difficult to use evenly.
Catch up on last week's episodes:
• Spa Foot Care: Razor vs. Gel Exfoliation
• Does Drinking Water Hydrate Your Skin
Here’s the latest from Dr. Schultz on DermTV.com. Acne is an extremely common skin issue, but what happens when you visit the dermatologist to treat it? Take a look at today’s DermTV.com episode, Instruments Used in Office Acne Treatments to get a behind-the-scenes look at what in-office acne treatments entail. Wonder why you can’t shake dry soles regardless of how much you moisturize? Tune in to Wednesday’s episode where Dr. Schultz reveals all. Traveling into forbidden territory, Friday’s episode is devoted to hair loss treatments for men.
Did you know that you can actually get wrinkles while you sleep? Dr. Schultz shares a little anti-aging secret to prevent pesky nighttime wrinkles.
Dr. Schultz’s Tip of the Week: Silk Pillowcases Prevent Wrinkles
As we've mentioned before, sleeping on your side can actually cause wrinkles (from your face being pushed against your pillowcase and the creasing that thus occurs, night after night). If you can't avoid sleeping on your side, then spring for some silk pillowcases that can prevent friction between your face and your pillowcases and enable your face to slide as you sleep. If, on the other hand, you sleep on your back, then consider yourself lucky!
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Here’s the latest from DermTV & Dr. Neal Schultz. There’s a lot of excitement regarding the new beauty breakthrough, Dysport. Find out today, Is Dysport the New Botox? Did you know that there’s such a thing as harmless sun damage? Catch tomorrow’s episode, Harmless vs. Dangerous Sun Damage. Don’t miss the rest of this week’s episodes: How Often to Exfoliate, Is it Dry Skin or Dandruff and A Look at In-Office Cosmetic Lasers. Do you have a skin concern that hasn’t been covered on DermTV? Tell us what’s important to you and we will make sure that it appears on an upcoming episode of DermTV.
This week Dr. Schultz tells us that the meter is always running on our skin – check out his Tip of Week!
Dr. Neal Schultz’s Tip of the Week: Your Skin Doesn’t Know the Difference
I hope that you enjoyed the sun-filled weekend! Dr. Schultz has a great lineup this week on DermTV starting with today’s episode, How Antioxidants Protect Your Skin. Check in throughout the week to find out How to Eliminate Redness in Your Face and How to Find Acne Friendly Products. Dr. Schultz didn’t forget about those of us who love big earrings. Catch the episodes, Fixing Stretched and Wrinkled Earlobes and How to Repair Torn Earlobes. Is there something that you want to see on DermTV? Just let us know and we’ll make sure that it appears in an episode!
You probably won’t believe that it’s true, but Dr. Schultz shared a quick solution for the all-too-familiar crow’s feet!
Dr. Schultz’sTip of the Week: A Short-Term Remedy for Under Eye Lines
When you need to reduce crows feet and fine under-eye lines for just an hour or two, let white petroleum jelly (i.e., Vaseline) do its magic. Put a very small amount on your finger tip and massage the crow’s feet and/or fine lines for 15 to 30 seconds. Give the pinkness that will be created five minutes to fade and check out the improvement. Then apply makeup, etc., as normal. Surprising to many, no, the white petroleum jelly isn't magical. The results come from the pressure applied to your skin while rubbing which causes a little safe swelling and puffs out the fine lines and crow’s feet. All the Vaseline does is lubricate the skin while you are rubbing so it doesn't get irritated.
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