How Do Hair Removal Lasers Work?

Summertime is nearly here and the lines are forming for last minute laser hair removal. Lasers are an effective way to permanently remove hair from underarms, legs, back, arms, chest, bikini area, and even faces. But how do they work? Read more

May 20, 2008 | Filed Under Cosmetics, Health and Beauty, Mini Med School: Basic Science | 1 Comment

Eight Steps for a Self Skin Check

Jennifer Garner has teamed up with Neutrogena® and Self® magazine to encourage women to examine their skin once a month. It’s a great campaign — if you find a melanoma, a simple skin check could save your life. Read more

May 16, 2008 | Filed Under Melanoma, Women's Skin Care | 4 Comments

Got Milk? Got Acne?

MILK CAUSES ACNE!

It makes for a great blog headline. But is it true?

May 13, 2008 | Filed Under Acne, Dermatology News | 14 Comments

Do Alcohol Hand Sanitizers Really Work?

Waterless or alcohol hand sanitizers are ubiquitous, but do they actually kill germs like MRSA? Read more

May 9, 2008 | Filed Under Health and Beauty | 3 Comments

How to Avoid Razor Bumps (for Men and Women)

In the world of shaving, it would seem that bigger is better — the latest razors have 5 blades at last count. But do the extra blades make a difference?