Apr 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
As the warm rays of the sun beckon us outdoors, it’s crucial to remember one vital accessory: sunscreen. While some may think that sunscreen is only necessary for fair-skinned individuals, the truth is that everyone, regardless of their skin tone or level of...
Feb 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
UV light is something we are all told to be wary of. We wear sunscreen year round, along with hats, sunglasses, long sleeves, and we find shade to avoid the harm these ultra violet rays can do. But have you heard about UV being used in a medical setting? If so, how do...
Jan 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
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...
Dec 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
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...
Nov 30, 2023 | Uncategorized
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...
Nov 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
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...
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