Can I Wear Makeup at my Skin Check?

Can I Wear Makeup at my Skin Check?

For some people, makeup is simply a part of day to day life. We can wear it in almost every situation. But how about for a skin check appointment? Does having makeup on any body part disrupt the process in any way? Michigan dermatologist Dr Arjun Dupati gives us an...
How to Check Your Own Skin

How to Check Your Own Skin

Skin cancer can pop up at any time of the year, not just summer. So in-between skin checks and following big sun burns (because, let’s be honest, we’ve all had them) how can we become experts in checking our own skin for signs of change? The Cancer Council...
Full Body Skin Checks VS Mole-mapping

Full Body Skin Checks VS Mole-mapping

A full body skin check and mole-mapping (also known as body-mapping) are the same thing right? Wrong! While they both have the purpose of detecting skin cancer on your body, they are two different processes. So how do you know which one to use? Continue reading to...
What is UV?

What is UV?

UV – we hear about it all the time. From sunscreen, to tanning beds, to skin checks, even at the nail salon. So what is this mysterious ultraviolet light that everyone is talking about? Let’s find out! What is it? Ultraviolet radiation is a type of sun produced...
Are UV Lamps Worth the Risk?

Are UV Lamps Worth the Risk?

Who doesn’t love a manicure? Treating yourself to a nice relaxing spa day is always lovely. And regardless of who you are, everybody loves being pampered. But have you ever considered the effects of using a UV nail lamp, whether at salons or at home? UV is...