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Here’s How Salt (Sodium) Affects Skin Health & Appearance

West Lake Dermatology

Diet plays a significant role in skin health. What we eat not only fuels our bodies but also influences the way our skin looks and feels. While certain nutrients, like vitamins and antioxidants, support a radiant complexion, other elements, like excess salt (sodium), can have a detrimental effect on skin health.

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Common Winter Skin Issues and When to See a Dermatologist

US Dermatologt Partners

As cold weather sets in, many people notice changes in their skins health and appearance. Joseph and Chillicothe, MO , Winters combination of chilly temperatures, low humidity, and indoor heating creates the perfect storm for skin issues like dryness and itchiness as well as flareups in chronic conditions like eczema and rosacea.

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Rosacea: Understanding Causes and Solutions with Dermatologist Expertise

US Dermatologt Partners

Immune system response an overactive immune system might also play a role, leading to chronic inflammation and heightened skin sensitivity that triggers flareups in rosacea symptoms. It may also be an immune system response to overgrowth of a particular mite that occurs naturally in the skin called demodex.

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Using CO2 Laser + Other Modalities to Treat Skin Pigmentation

Lipgloss and Aftershave

Facial Machines and Microneedling Devices like radiofrequency and microneedling machines enhance skin rejuvenation by stimulating collagen production, which helps with overall skin health and can indirectly support pigmentation treatments.

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Vital Recovery Concentrate

Skin For Life

Vital Recovery ingredients, formulated with growth peptides to accelerate skin repair when skin is under stress. For example, when skin is sensitive from daily challenges, the botanical lipid ingredients sooth, calm and restore balance to skin health.

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Understanding Damaged Skin Barrier: Signs & Solutions

US Dermatologt Partners

Dermatology Partners in Tyler, Texas, “Skin is the body’s largest organ. Keeping this skin barrier healthy improves general skin health and overall health.” In this blog, Dr. Holman discusses what the skin barrier is, its role in keeping the skin and the whole body healthy, and how to keep the skin barrier strong.

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The Best Treatments For Each Type Of Acne Scar

West Lake Dermatology

Acne scars can be a lasting reminder of past breakouts, impacting not only skin health but also self-esteem. Each scar type is unique, and addressing them with the right interventions can lead to significant improvements in skin texture and appearance. Exposure to UV rays, which can darken the spots further.