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Acne is linked with a significantly increased risk of depression, says a new study. Anyone who’s ever had a skin issue knows that it’s more than skin deep — serious skin conditions and acne alike can have both mental and emotional effects. “There is an emotional connection to things you see on your skin,” Doris Day, a board-certified dermatologist in New York […]
New sun protection guidelines hope to bust tanning myths and promote ‘healthy behaviour in the sun’ If you think slathering yourself in sunscreen before a day at the beach is the key to low-risk sunbathing there’s bad news. According to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) there is “no safe or healthy […]
1. Protect Yourself By allowing these products to work long hours in the dark, you maximize the benefits you can see by morning. But that doesn’t come for free: some nighttime skincare products can lead to slight skin sensitivity during daylight hours, so it’s important to extend a good skincare routine into the day ahead. […]
Our very own dermatologist Dr. Benjamin Barankin was recently asked to answer common questions regarding cystic acne for the Acne & Rosacea Society of Canada. Toronto Dermatology Centre is one of the largest and busiest acne treatment centres in Canada. Click here for the full article.
Just because it’s not summer doesn’t mean you’re safe from sun-related skin damage. “The highest level of concern is usually during the summer months, but sun damage can occur year-round, even on cloudy or rainy days,” said dermatologist Dr. Sarah Taylor, an assistant professor at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. “In fact, […]
“Patients with psoriasis covering more than 10% of their body surface area (BSA) were at significantly greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2DM) over approximately 4 years compared with those without psoriasis, according to a large, prospective, population-based cohort study.” To learn more click here. Credit: medpagetoday.com
“The medical community and organizations like The Skin Cancer Foundation have been warning people for years to stop tanning. Hundreds of former tanners who became skin cancer patients have shared their stories online and cautioned people not to make the same mistakes. So why do some people continue to tan? New research confirms that for some, quitting […]
“Given the massive popularity of fidget spinners last year, the Pop It Pal is certainly an interesting, if not a little gross, next-gen solution for people with idle hands.” Check it out!
According to New York Times, “people with acne are at substantially higher risk for depression in the first years after the condition appears, a new study reports”. To learn why click here.
