Skin Cancer

Earlier this spring we published a post on the rising rates of lethal skin cancers. As we made clear, UV rays from the sun are the primary cause of skin cancer (along with skin aging). And other than avoiding sun exposure altogether, your best bet for lowering your risk of…

Once again, it’s that time of year when we give a special shout-out to the ladies in our lives who are mothers, grandmothers, or who play a vital role in our lives as our supporters and champions. Of course, the best present is often your presence, and as a new…

With spring upon us (mostly), are you heading outside? Spending long days taking in the sun and warmth after a miserable winter? Not to rain on your parade, but once you’re outside, what are you doing to protect your skin from your new spring sun exposure? We know that UV…

It’s usually part of the stereotypical image conjured up to create an ageist trope of an older woman: either with thin, wrinkled hands or often underarms with sagging skin resembling crepe paper, it’s a popular way to depict aging in a negative light. After all, who wants skin that looks…

In the lazy, hazy days of summer, the last thing you want is to fuss over applying skincare on your face. You want a skincare routine that’s easy to implement, doesn’t require too many products, and takes care of the essentials whether you’re on the go or just in your…

At this point in your life, you’ve likely been reminded many times. Maybe in your younger years, you would lay in the sun all day and let your body soak up the rays (and your skin turn the color of sunburn)- but you likely no longer do that. You now…