From the common cherry tree, Prunus avium, it is native to the temperate areas of eastern Europe and western Asia. The fruit from the cherry tree has been cultivated since as far back as 300 B.C. with a lineage that goes back even farther. Packed with flavor and a multitude of vitamins and minerals, the cherry is not only good for you internally but externally as well. From protecting your skin from free radicals to helping with discoloration, this fruit when utilized can be extremely beneficial in taking care of your skin. Read More

Did you know that mint can be used to treat blackheads? Mix three mint leave with one cup of boiling water to create an astringent or toner to swipe over your face. This will soothe inflammation and help to shrink the pores, making blackheads slowly fade over time. For an added punch, add a bit ... Read More

A summer vacation often means fun in the sun and water, but it can also mean an increase in the chances of developing a dangerous mole. Most kids are born without moles, called "nevi" by dermatologists, but a recent Colorado study of 681 white children found that every beach vacation leads to a five percent increase in small moles on children's skin. "The development of new moles is of concern, because the higher the number, and the more irregular moles, the greater the risk for developing melanoma, the most dangerous of the skin cancers," says Dr. Josh Fox, founder and director of New York and New Jersey-based Advanced Dermatology P.C. Read More

The month of November has been officially designated as National Healthy Skin Month; therefore Dr. Michael Gold offers tips on how to keep skin fresh, hydrated and healthy all year round. Face washing should be part of everyone's daily skin care regimen, Gold points out the correct way to ensure that your skin gets the proper cleansing it needs: Read More

Many people think that ethnic skin poses the greatest challenge when it comes to skin treatment. In my practice, I advise clients on how to address their most common skin care issues, which include variations in the following categories: Pigmentation, pore size, skin thickness, oil production and hydration level. To better understand these variations, we must understand the biology of the "how" and "why" of ethnic skin care in order to responsibly counteract skin weaknesses and bolster skin strengths. Read More