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‘Tis the season to take care of those pesky leg veins. If you’re like me, you may opt to improve the appearance of leg veins in the colder months to prepare for summer. Classification Veins may be classified according to their size and appearance. Telangiectasias–spider veins–a mild variation of varicose veins, are tiny, thin veins […]

Now that you know what a Nurse Practitioner (NP) is, and how to address her/him, here are 10 NP facts that provide important information and perspectives on the integral role of the NP in today’s healthcare system: 1. Nurse practitioners are educated using the nursing model. NP education provides theoretical and evidence-based clinical knowledge and […]

Chances are that one of your upcoming medical appointments will be with a nurse practitioner (NP) like me, rather than the doctor you’re used to. And chances are you know very little about who NPs are or what they do, and you may not even know how to address an NP like me–should you call […]

Daily mask-wearing has become the new normal worldwide as we try to mitigate coronavirus. With facial mask use on the rise, we’re also observing a widespread phenomenon of mask-induced acne, coined “maskne.”  Yes, it’s real, but it’s preventable and treatable. Maskne, Defined Maskne is an example of acne mechanica: skin irritation and acne breakouts, predominantly […]

I have wanted to cover the topic of acne since the launch of this blog, but it’s a topic with such breadth that I have been waiting for the right angle. Recently, I read an article about new acne guidelines that creates a perfect forum for discussion of this important issue. According to the American […]

The Airelle™ Skincare natural line of anti-aging products claims to improve the appearance of fine lines in less than 28 days. Its products, which focus on collagen protection and restoration, are free of artificial fragrances, sulfates and parabens. In addition, they’re all made in the USA and without animal testing. Airelle’s products utilize a proprietary formulation (called “Berrimatrix”) that combines […]

A Common Variant of Seborrheic Keratoses My prior post discusses seborrheic keratoses (SKs), and I think a subsequent post on a related condition – one that is in the SK family – is fitting. “Here is a 46-year-old man who presented for evaluation and treatment of multiple, clustered dark brown papules that he reports have been […]

If you’re in the market for natural and organic skincare products, you may know of a brand called Ava Anderson Non Toxic [AANT]. Some of its personal and skincare products include a moisturizing mask, exfoliator, sugar lip scrub, eye cream, makeup remover, and more. In addition to its popular skincare line, this company offers an array […]

About six weeks ago, I ordered a special pillowcase – one that skincare professionals, bloggers, and enthusiasts having been raving about since it hit the market in the Fall of 2013. But instead of what you might imagine, this pillowcase is not made from satin or silk; rather, its fibers consist of copper oxide. And […]

Since starting this blog several months ago, I have tried more products than I did during the nearly six years in dermatology practice. I have already posted a few reviews, but I plan to feature reviews on Skintranslations on a routine basis. In some instances, I will review a product someone recommended to me or I […]