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| National Healthy Skin Month |
Your skin is your body's largest organ, so it's important to take good care of it. The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) has instituted November as Healthy Skin month to raise awareness of the importance of keeping skin fresh, hydrated and healthy throughout the entire year. During the entire month of November everyone is encouraged to learn about the functions of skin and how to keep it healthy. This is especially appropriate as November is the beginning of winter and the winter weather can be detrimental to the skin.
National Skin Month in November also provides knowledge on serious skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancer. It is recommended that everyone visit the dermatologist yearly for skin exams to check for suspicious moles and lesions that could lead to skin problems. Visit our website to learn what you should be looking for between your office visits.
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As Autumn and Winter bring cold air, they're also to blame for dry, itchy skin. Some people may suffer from dry skin all year and some may flare up in the cold months. Here are some things that can cause your dry, itchy skin to flare.
Winter -
When the air outside is cold and dry, the water in your skin evaporates more quickly. This makes your skin feel dry and tight, and makes it look flaky.
Age -
The loss of oil glands as we age may also worsen dry skin. As we get older, our skin starts to lose its natural ability to stay hydrated.
Hot Shower -
You might think that standing in a steamy shower would help hydrate
your
skin. But long showers, particularly in hot water, can actually have the opposite effect. Hot water mixed with cold, dry air can strip the skin of its natural protective barrier.
Harsh Soaps - Most soaps and body washes remove the oils that keep skin soft and naturally moisturized. Removing that oil makes your skin dryer.
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ips For Keeping Your Skin Hydrated
Apply body lotion, immediately after you shower or bath, to damp skin. Gently pat the skin dry with a cotton towel and immediately apply moisturizer. The lotion will effectively seal in all the water your skin has absorbed during the shower or bath.
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Avoid harsh soaps/washes and try using soaps that say "hydrating" and "for sensitive skin". For mild to moderately dry skin, VaniCream and CeraVe have cleansers for hydrating dry, sensitive skin.
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For extremely dry skin, cleanse with an oil or lotion based washes. Remember to "bath smart", meaning don't use abrasive products like a loofa, which can irritate the skin and trap and spread bacteria.
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Use a humidifier. Every little bit helps. Keeping the air around you humidified will keep your skin healthy, happy and hydrated.
Wear skin-friendly clothing. Cotton is gentle and lets the skin breath, where as wool can be itchy and irritating to the skin. Use laundry detergent that says "free and clear" this will help if you have a sensitivity to common chemicals found in laundry detergent.
Wear sunscreen and wide brimmed hats year-round.
Eat a Healthy Diet: Rich in Omega 3's, whole grains, B vitamins and proteins.
Don't' forget your lips: Carry a lip balm with SPF year-round summer & winter.
Keep your cool: Stress increases acne and wrinkles. Relax.
If you suffer from skin chronic conditions such as psoriasis, eczema or atopic dermatitis, talk to your provider, they may want to modify or add prescription medications to these recommendations.
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Cold Sores/Fever Blisters
Cold sores are red, fluid-filled blisters that form near the mouth or on other areas of the face. In rare cases, cold sores may appear on the fingers, nose, or inside the mouth. They are usually clumped together in patches. Cold sores may persist for two weeks or longer.
A common virus called herpes simplex causes cold sores. They can spread from person to person through close contact, such as kissing. The sores are contagious even when they aren't visible.
There's no cure for cold sores, and they may return without warning. Certain medications can be used to treat cold sores and prevent them from coming back.
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Freeze Stubborn Fat
The CoolSculpting fat-freezing procedure is the only FDA-cleared, non-surgical fat-reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat that resists all efforts through diet and exercise.
The results are proven, noticeable, and lasting-so you'll look great from every angle this holiday season.
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Latisse is an FDA-approved, prescription treatment that helps grow longer, thicker, darker eyelashes.
Like the hair on your head, eyelashes sprout, grow for a while and eventually fall out. Latisse both extends the growth phase and increases the number of hairs that sprout.
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Lose Your Turkey Neck Without Surgery
For many of us, developing a "turkey neck" is especially frustrating because it's very difficult, if not impossible to lose through diet or exercise. All that sagging neck skin can add years to a person's appearance.
In the past, a turkey wattle could only be treated with plastic surgery. We now have the ability to tighten the skin under your neck without surgery. New technologies have created numerous opportunities to deliver more refined, youthful necks and jawlines.
Before deciding upon any given procedure, patients should carefully consider all their options by talking to one of specially trained providers. To help you make the most informed decision, we've outlined a few of the more popular treatments.
Kybella - A non-surgical injectable for reducing moderate to severe fat below the chin, the area commonly known as a "double chin." The injection contains a naturally occurring substance in the body, deoxycholic acid, which helps the body absorb fat cells. When properly injected, Kybella destroys fat cells.
CoolSculpting
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fat-freezing procedure is the only FDA-cleared, non-surgical fat-reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat that resists all efforts through diet and exercise. The results are proven, noticeable, and lasting-so you'll look great from every angle.
Nectifirm - Revision Skincare Nectifirm ADVANCED uses cutting-edge technology to target and treat visible signs of aging on the neck and décolletage. An exclusive blend of peptides and proteins helps stimulate healthy collagen production, and Smart Antioxidant Technology, featuring lingonberry extract, works to strengthen skin against future signs of aging.
Revision Skincare Nectifirm ADVANCED also includes an extract of red microalgae to soothe, tighten and lift sagging skin.
- A deeply nourishing and hydrating treatment
- Excellent for all skin types
- Uses cutting-edge technology to smooth and lift sagging skin
- Provides powerful antioxidant protection
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Clean-AC
Avene
This kit includes 4 richly hydrating formulas to combat dryness and irritation caused by loss of moisture in the skin, whether from the general environment or intense acne treatments.
Avène Thermal Spring Water in all the formulas helps to soothe and soften skin.
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UV Clear
EltaMD
Oil-free EltaMD UV Clear helps calm and protect sensitive skin types prone to breakouts, rosacea and discoloration. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends this product as an effective broad spectrum sunscreen.
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Enriched Firming Mask
Epionce
This intensely hydrating mask is designed to rapidly repair, strengthen and fortify the skin barrier, increasing elasticity and firmness. The mask also reduces inflammation and irritation, leaving your complexion refreshed, hydrated and youthful.
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ELASTIderm Eye Cream
Obagi
A firming formula that strengthens skin by encouraging the production of collagen and elastin. It helps restore a youthful glow and healthy appearance to the entire eye area.
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Latisse 5ml
Allergan
Grow your eyelashes and eyebrows with this prescription serum that is FDA-approved to increase the length, fullness, and darkness of your lashes.
Must have prescription to purchase.
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A-OXitive
Aveve
Enriched with a stable form of vitamin E and C, this fast absorbing cream works to alleviate fine lines, free radical damage and dehydrated skin.
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Cancellation Policy
The providers at Vail | Aspen | Breckenridge Dermatology strive to see all our patients in the most timely and convenient manner possible. As a courtesy, we attempt to contact every patient at least 24 to 48 hours prior to their scheduled appointment to remind them of the date and time. However, it is the responsibility of the patient to arrive for their appointment on time. If you are unable to keep your appointment, we ask that you call our office at least 24 hours in advance so that we may offer this time to another patient in need of care. We currently have a lengthy waiting list for both new and established patients.
For patients that do not contact us prior to missing their cosmetic appointment (at least 24 hours in advance) will be regarded as "no show" and a charge of $75 will be assessed. For appointments less than $75, patients will be charged the full treatment price.
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Vail Dermatology
1140 Edwards Village Blvd. Suite B-200 Edwards, CO 81632 | (970) 926-9226
Aspen Dermatology at Willits
261 Robinson St. Suite C-100 Basalt, CO 81621 | (970) 927-2800
Aspen Dermatology on Spring St.
300 S. Spring St. Suite 103 Aspen, CO 81611 | (970) 927-2800
Breckenridge Dermatology
984 N. Ten Mile Dr. Suite 103 Frisco, CO 80443 | (970) 668-0998
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