Monthly Archives: December 2009
Nail Anatomy 101
Did you know that fingernails grow about 2-3mm per month while toenails lag behind at 1mm per month? Did you know that complete replacement of a fingernail requires 6 months while a toenail requires 18 months? Does the nail still mystify you? Read this article to learn more about this elusive skin appendage. Continue reading
La Roche-Posay Anthelios SX Daily Moisturizing Cream SPF 15 with Mexoryl SX
This moisturizing cream is ideal for daily use – it goes on smooth, is lightweight on your face, effectively hydrates your skin, and defends against photodamage with three synergistic sun-protective powerhouses! Continue reading
Basal Cell Carcinoma–Treatment Options Explained
What do you do after receiving a diagnosis of basal cell carcinoma? This is a question faced by more than one million people in the United States each year. Read on to learn about the different treatment options available for the most common skin cancer. Continue reading
Management of Squamous Cell Carcinoma
There are various ways to treat squamous cell carcinoma. Learn how the second most common type of skin cancer is managed. Continue reading
The Many Faces of Basal Cell Carcinoma
You may know that basal cell carcinoma is the most common malignancy in humans, but did you know that there are different types? The diagnosis of basal cell carcinoma goes beyond the term itself, and this is an important distinction in terms of treatment options. Continue reading
Skin Cancer Diagnosis
Blacks and Hispanics are less likely than whites to develop melanoma, but when they learn they have it, the skin cancer is often at an advanced stage, a new study of cases in Florida has found. Continue reading
Neutrogena Ultrasheer Dry-Touch Sunblock
Check out this fast-absorbing, lightweight, oil-free sunblock. You’ll use it everyday! Continue reading
Telogen
the resting phase of the hair cycle; hair is shed at the end
Catagen
the degenerative phase of the hair cycle
Anagen
the growth phase of hair, when cells are rapidly dividing; can range from months to years depending on location and individual characteristics