How Alcohol Affects The Skin

Alcohol can cause a number of serious conditions in the body. While it’s well known that alcohol negatively affects the liver and brain, it’s not so well known how it affects the skin. Alcohol can increase the risk of several skin conditions and can also worsen pre-existing issues as well. Let’s take a look at […]

Sun Protection: SPF vs. UPF

With summer being hotter than ever, sun protection for your skin could not be more important. But the world of sun protection can be hard to understand when there are industry terms like SPF, UPF, UVB, and UVA. What do they actually mean? Let’s take a look at what SPF and UPF are and how […]

How Sleep Affects The Skin

You can almost immediately tell when someone hasn’t gotten enough sleep. It usually shows in their face and skin. You may notice hanging or puffy eyelids, darker under eye circles, dryness, dullness, a gray undertone, or reduced glow. This isn’t a coincidence. Poor sleep has been shown in multiple studies to be linked to poor […]

What Diets Help Clear Skin?

There are fascinating connections between our digestion and our overall health, both in terms of energy level, gut health, and yes, even the look of your skin. If you want to go beyond the surface and think holistically about your skin health, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jessica Krant can help you get the glowing, clear skin […]

The Best Skin Procedures for Winter

As people across the country bundle up and show off less of their skin under coats, sweaters, and scarves, those interested in looking their best in every season turn to board-certified dermatologists like Dr. Jessica Krant to ensure they endure and make the most of the dry, cold months that switch up many people’s skin […]

How to Manage Dry Skin This Winter

With strong winds, minimal daylight, and below-freezing temperatures, long winter days turn into cold dark nights. During these lengthy winter months, it’s common for your skin to be dry and itchy. Our winter skin can be more prone to bleeding and cracking, which can be painful and even lead to infection, if not handled properly. […]

Taking Care of Your Skin While Traveling

You’ve booked your flights, planned an itinerary, and you’re ready to start packing your suitcase for your next adventure. It’s time to travel! Whether you’re flying abroad for work, driving somewhere warm to escape the winter, or heading a few states away to visit friends or family, any trip involves packing the essentials. If you’re […]

5 Skin Care Myths Debunked

Giving advice to your friends and family can help them out of sticky situations, but are you sure the advice you’re giving is accurate? Thanks to the internet, word-of-mouth, and old wives’ tales, misinformation can spread like wildfire, especially when it comes to skin-related topics. While there’s plenty of accurate information about skin care and […]

Find Your Perfect Facial Peel – The ...

Chemical peels are a great way to rejuvenate your skin during the dry, winter months. If you’re unfamiliar with facial peels, the concept might be quite daunting, but the effects of chemical peels can be great, ranging from treatment of mild skin discoloration to reduction of wrinkles. Peels can range from superficial to deep penetration, and […]

Skincare on a Budget

Here are some practical tips for maintaining healthy skin that won’t break the bank. Keep It Clean Don’t let a 12-hour period go by without washing your skin with a cleanser. Skipping out on cleansing your skin can result in acne which will be even more expensive to take care of. Prevention is the best […]