Skin Care Myths: Adding Sunscreens Adds SPF

Try this little derm math quiz:

If you apply a facial moisturizer with an SPF of 15 then add a facial sunscreen with an SPF of 30 and then apply a makeup with an SPF 15 what is the total SPF protection you are getting? Continue reading Skin Care Myths: Adding Sunscreens Adds SPF

Eight Steps for a Self Skin Check

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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. Continue reading Eight Steps for a Self Skin Check

Bigger Moles are Not Better

The ABCDE method to screen for melanoma simply means that a mole that meets any of these criteria should be examined by a physician:
Continue reading Bigger Moles are Not Better

Is the Tanning Industry the New Big Tobacco?

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The $5 billion tanning industry has taken a bold step this week in a media campaign promoting the benefits and downplaying the risks of tanning. Continue reading Is the Tanning Industry the New Big Tobacco?

Anderson Cooper Reported to Have Skin Cancer

According to the Associated Press, CNN anchor Anderson Cooper was treated for a small skin cancer under his left eye. Cooper mentioned it in his blog last Wednesday saying: Continue reading Anderson Cooper Reported to Have Skin Cancer

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