Sunscreen regulations are changing!
About Sunscreen Let’s talk sunscreen and SPF. SPF stands for “sun protection factor.” Sunscreen labels have an SPF number. The higher the number, the better the protection, but not in a linear fashion, so that from SPF 15-30 there is a substantial increase in UV protection, but increases rather slowly from 30 to say, 50. […]
Propecia: Persistent Sexual Side Effects- Could They Be Permanent?
Contents1 About Propecia2 Side effects of Propecia include:3 Recent Studies On Propecia4 Next Steps About Propecia Propecia (generic name: finasteride) has now been used for over a decade to treat men who want to fight male-pattern hair loss. Propecia works by blocking the conversion of testosterone into DHT, and in many men, this process puts […]
Long-Term Scars, How To Get Rid Of Those Old Scars For Good
Long-term scars or old scars could be the result of anything. What is perhaps worse than a stupid accident is the scar that lingers far longer than the pain of the injury itself! It is like a daily reminder of what happened and can be so upsetting to anyone. There are many options to treat […]
The Joys Of Being A Female Dermatologist
A Female Dermatologist Walks Into The Mall As a female dermatologist, Dr Kormeili is girly girl. She is into make up, shoe, and collecting perfumes. This weekend, Dr. Kormeili walked into her favorite department store to smell and collect a few more perfumes for her collection. She was suddenly attacked by the ladies of the […]
How to Get Rid of Mottled Skin!
What Is Mottled Skin? Mottled skin has a blotchy appearance with red or purple spots. A little bit of red, brown, white and other various shades in between creating an uneven aged appearance to our skin. It’s really not ideal! What Causes Mottled Skin? Various factors such as the sun, hormones, genetic factors can cause mottled […]
How to Get Rid of Built Up Dirt On Skin
Contents1 Why We Have Dirt On Skin After Showering2 How To Get Rid Of Dirt On Skin3 How To Shower Properly3.1 Hot Showers3.2 Soapy Residue3.3 Harsh Towel Drying4 When At-Home Care Isn’t Enough: How Chemical Peels Can Help Don’t you hate that dirt on skin that doesn’t wash away? Chances are you have wondered at […]
How to Get Rid of Blotchy Skin
n Blotchy skin makes us seen so old and worn out! Everyone wants clear skin – but how to have clear skin and keep it that way is an art! Here are some suggestions to help! Why We Get Blotchy Skin Blotchy skin is also known as melasma. It is caused by too much sun or […]
Cures for Leathery Skin, How To Improve Skin Texture
Are you looking to fix your leathery skin? “How do I fix my skin so it doesn’t looks like leather?” Have you ever wondered that too? Leathery skin is a common problem and luckily there are solutions. Here are some helpful hints we hope you enjoy! If you have ever visited a leather factory then you […]
Skincare Advice For 30 Year Old and Above
Are you looking for skincare advice for 30 year olds? In this article, Dr. Kormeili provides tips for how to care for your skin when your 30 something and above. As we get older our skin changes – yes it ages! Dr. Kormeili’s patients always say, “I hate growing old!” However, consider this: Dying young is […]
How to Cure Bad Skin
n Tips on how to cure bad skin are provided by Dr. Kormeili, board-certified dermatologist in Santa Monica, CA. What is bad skin? As a dermatologist, Dr. Kormeili defines bad skin as skin that is unhealthy. Bad skin or unhealthy skin has diseases such as acne, skin cancer, or a lot of sun damage. […]