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Personalized Photoprotection Based on Patient Factors

Dermatology Times

An expert discusses how dermatologists guide patients in selecting sunscreens based on skin type (fair skin, skin of color, sensitive skin), coexisting conditions, and environmental exposure (blue light, heavy sun).

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Tech Neck: Expert-Approved Ways to Get Rid of Pesky Neck Lines

Renee Rouleau

” In this post, I’m sharing all things tech neck along with additional input from Dr. Kavita Mariwalla of Mariwalla Dermatology. I can assure you that this application technique simply isn’t providing enough sun protection. I wanted to hear her thoughts on this topic as a medical skincare expert.

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Fitzpatrick Scale Skin Type 6 Warm

US Dermatologt Partners

Your Fitzpatrick Skin Type is: Skin Type 6 Although your skin does not burn, you are still at risk for skin cancers. Seek shade between 10 AM – 4 PM, when the sun is strongest. Cover up with a hat, sun-protective clothing, and sunglasses. Dermatology Partners.

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Using CO2 Laser + Other Modalities to Treat Skin Pigmentation

Lipgloss and Aftershave

Krystal Briglia, L+A Medical + Wellness Editor Dr. Krystal Briglia of Triada Integrative Medicine + Wellness is a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in aesthetic dermatology, integrative medicine, and wellness. Research suggests they are safer for darker skin tones when used with careful consideration of settings (Lee et al.,

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Fitzpatrick Scale Skin Type 3 Warm

US Dermatologt Partners

Your Fitzpatrick Skin Type is: Skin Type 3 Your skin sometimes burns and sometimes tans in the sun. You are susceptible to skin damage as well as cancers like basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. You are also at risk for melanoma (the deadliest type of skin cancer).

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Fitzpatrick Scale Skin Type 4 Cool

US Dermatologt Partners

Your Fitzpatrick Skin Type is: Skin Type 4 Your skin tends to tan easily and is less likely to burn. But you are still at risk of skin cancers, including basal cell carcinoma , squamous cell carcinoma , and melanoma (the deadliest type of skin cancer). Dermatology Partners.

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Fitzpatrick Scale Skin Type 4 Neutral

US Dermatologt Partners

Your Fitzpatrick Skin Type is: Skin Type 4 Your skin tends to tan easily and is less likely to burn. But you are still at risk of skin cancers, including basal cell carcinoma , squamous cell carcinoma , and melanoma (the deadliest type of skin cancer). Dermatology Partners.