06 Dec 2017
December 6, 2017

Winter Skincare: Fighting the Winter Itch

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Winter is an exciting time of the year, especially with all the holidays and outdoor, winter sports. However, it’s also the time  when many of us experience itchy, dry skin. This issue can easily be managed by taking a couple minutes each day to incorporate aggressive dry skin care into your daily regimen. The best.. read more →

16 May 2017
May 16, 2017

Dermatologist Recommended Sunscreen 2017: EltaMD UV Elements SPF 44

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  Check out our dermatologist recommended sunscreen for 2017 – EltaMD UV Elements SPF 44. It has quickly become one of the best and favorite sunscreens to many of our patients and staff.    Sunscreen name: EltaMD UV Elements SPF 44 Overview:  Tinted Water resistant Facial sunscreen Oil-free All skin types Post procedure Main Ingredients: Zinc.. read more →

12 May 2017
May 12, 2017

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month

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Happy May and congratulations on surviving the rainiest Seattle winter on record. While we are all sun-starved and looking forward to warmer weather, it is important to recognize Skin Cancer Awareness month and review strategies for prevention of skin damage or skin cancer. Skin cancer is incredibly common. At current rates, 1 in 5 Americans.. read more →

21 Dec 2016
December 21, 2016

An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure

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This could not be more true as it applies to having healthy, beautiful skin.  Much of my day in clinic is spent helping educate my patients in ways they can improve the look of their skin.  What I think can help patients most is prevention measures.  Sun protection with an appropriate SPF not only significantly.. read more →

24 Jun 2016
June 24, 2016

Safe Summer Treatments

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Summer laser restrictions don’t have to keep you from your beauty goals during the season.  Check out the many great summer safe treatments that are okay when the sun is out. Laser hair removal of the underarm or bikini area. Typically the underarms and bikini are shaded from sun making them safe areas to treat.. read more →

10 May 2016
May 10, 2016

Summer Skin Care Resolution

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Ask yourself: What did I learn about my sunscreen habits in past summers? Do you have a no sunburn success story or sore, painful, blistered epic fail? What did you vow to change in summer 2016? Maybe it’s not so simple, maybe you or a family member was diagnosed with skin cancer and it’s got.. read more →

04 May 2016
May 4, 2016

The Don’t on Laser Treatments in the Summer

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  Intense Pulsed Light, better know as IPL, is a device we use to treat lentignes (sun spots), and telangiectasia (broken capillaries). It may take several treatments, spaced about a month apart to achieve desired results, leaving the skin with an  improved overall tone of the skin.  It can be used on the face, neck,.. read more →

12 Apr 2016
April 12, 2016

Basic Guidelines and Tips for Sunscreen Use

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With the warmer days ahead, and the sun finally making an appearance, we are all excited to head outdoors for our weekend adventures. Whether it is a day of hiking, playing at the beach, or just doing some outdoor gardening –  don’t forget to apply, and then reapply your sunscreen! Here are some basic guidelines.. read more →

30 Sep 2015
September 30, 2015

Skincare Products & Beauty Tips

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With all the new make up trends, serums, primers  BB & CC creams do you feel a bit frustrated about what goes where? Here are some of our favorite skincare products and basic beauty tips: When starting your morning beauty regimen always start with a clean,  fresh face. Keep in mind that makeup is meant.. read more →

25 Jun 2015
June 25, 2015

Sun Protection

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Ahhhh…Summer.  I remember long road trips to Lake Tahoe with my four siblings in the back of the station wagon.  Yes…Chevy Chase style.  The windows rolled down, radio playing “Take it to the Limit” by The Eagles. I remember my mom dipping a towel in the ice chest and wringing it just outside the window.. read more →

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