Everyone has days when we look in the mirror and see things that make it harder to appreciate our skin. One of the more unique skin concerns for the estimated 16 million plus people that have rosacea, is the emotional and physical impact that comes with dealing with chronic redness. Rosacea has been noted throughout […]
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How to Do a Skin Exam for Your Valentine
More than three million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer each year – it’s the most common form of cancer in this country. Wearing sunscreen every day is one important step you can take to protect your skin from the dangers of the sun’s harsh rays. Another important step is to conduct regular self-exams of […]
Two Vanguard Skin Specialists Physicians Named 2018 Colorado Springs’ “Top Docs”
Each year, Colorado Springs Style magazine and El Paso Medical Society conduct a confidential, peer to peer survey asking local doctors who they would recommend to their family and friends should the need for a referral arise. The results of that survey are published in the September/October issue of Colorado Springs Style magazine in their […]
What Can I Expect from a Skin Exam
At an average of 8 pounds and 22 square feet, your skin is the largest organ in your body. You probably don’t think of your skin as a waterproof covering, but it is. Skin guards our bodies against extreme temperatures, sunlight and even some chemicals. No wonder the skin is an extremely important organ, which […]
Acne: When is it time to see a Dermatologist?
Acne is synonymous with hormonal teenagers; but in reality, it affects 60 million Americans – with 20% of those sufferers being adults. Acne is not necessarily a “phase” one grows out of. In fact, sometimes it pops up without warning in adulthood. Have you exhausted both time and money on over-the-counter or drugstore treatments, creams, […]
Top 5 Questions to Ask During Your Dermatology Appointment
By Rachel Frederickson, PA-C Preparing a few key questions for your next dermatology appointment can maximize your time and provide you with some useful education and skin care tips. Here are the top 5 questions to ask your dermatology provider: What do you think of this changing mole? Your dermatologist wants to know if you […]
Do I Still Need to Protect My Skin in the Winter
It doesn’t take an expert to tell you that colder winter weather can be brutal on your skin. You can feel the effects for yourself when the air loses moisture and the lack of humidity causes evaporation of the water in your skin. Winter’s the time when skin conditions like eczema, rosacea and psoriasis tend […]